USM Announces Spring Sports Spectator Policy

The University of Southern Maine and the USM Athletic Department have announced an updated spectator policy that will be effective on Tuesday, April 27^th.  This policy is designed to keep all of our student-athletes, coaches and staff safe during the Covid-19 pandemic.

We recognize that families and friends are eager to watch our contests in person and that limits on attendance may not accommodate everyone's interest.  However, we remain committed to having a  livestream for our home events and making access available.  Please visit our website at (southernmainehuskies.com) to connect to our streaming opportunities.

Effective Tuesday, April 27^th, participating student-athletes will be allowed to invite a maximum of two parents/family members to attend the remaining home games.  Invited guests must be placed on a pass list and have identification available.  Passes are non – transferable if not used.

The following guidelines will be in effect and are expectations of all spectators:

• Spectators should not come to campus or attend any event if they are experiencing Covid-19 symptoms
• All spectators will be asked to respond to USM's Covid-19 screening process prior to entry
• Six-foot social distancing must be maintained by all guests while in the facilities, including those who live in the same household; seats and available spaces will be marked and must be maintained
• Masks will be required for all guests at all times while inside the facility
• Food and drinks may not be brought in or consumed by spectators inside the venues
• A portable restroom facility will be made available and specifically designated for spectators
• To better protect all of our student-athletes and staff, spectators should not interact with team members or other guests between games or at the conclusion of the day's games/events
• Members of the general public and visiting team spectators will not be allowed access to our facilities at this time.
• Spectators who do not follow protocol will be asked to leave the facilities

Hannaford Field

Spectators must check in at the main entry point at Hannaford Field and have Covid-19 symptom checks conducted.  Spectators must bring their own lawn chairs or be willing to sit on the ground or stand in designated areas.  All other guidelines listed above are to be followed.

Flaherty Field

Spectators must check in at the gate located on the first base side of the of the baseball field and have Covid-19 symptom checks conducted.  All other guidelines listed above are to be followed. 

Softball Stadium   

Spectators must check in at the gate located directly behind the softball press box and have Covid-19 symptom checks conducted.  All other guidelines listed above are to be followed.

These spectator policies are subject to change without notice and may be adjusted as necessary based upon new information and compliance.