Going to College GameDay at the UA?

By Johnny Cruz, University Communications November 19, 2009

The popular ESPN program College GameDay will broadcast live from the UA this Saturday, Nov. 21 from 8 to 10 a.m.

The popular ESPN program College GameDay will broadcast live from the University of Arizona this Saturday, Nov. 21 from 8 to 10 a.m.

The designated space for fans, the "Pit," will be located on the UA Mall just east of Old Main, and the Mall will open to the public at 5 a.m. There will be no public access prior to 5 a.m.

All attendees will be screened by security prior to entrance to the Pit.

At 7 a.m., a live segment from the College GameDay set will air on ESPN's SportsCenter.

Arizona fans are encouraged to come to the Mall, wear red and support the Wildcats during the nationally-televised program.

Guidelines for GameDay Attendees

No alcoholic beverages are permitted.
Visitors are encouraged to park in the Main Gate and Park Avenue Garages.
During the event, the Mall will be open only to pedestrians. No bicycles, carts or skateboards will be permitted.
Posters and placards cannot be attached to sticks.
Signs with inappropriate language may be confiscated by security.
Limited food and beverage offerings will be available at the Student Union Memorial Center.
No bags, backpacks or bottles will be permitted in the Pit.

Tailgating Procedures

Tailgate grounds east of Cherry Avenue will open for parking at 6 a.m. All typical tailgate policies and procedures including access to park will be identical to previous games this season.

Tailgate pass holders will receive a parking pass upon arrival.
The tailgating area will still open five hours prior to kickoff (1 p.m.).
Tailgate policies, including consumption of alcohol prior to 1 p.m. will be enforced.
All tailgate areas must be cleared within one hour after the conclusion of the game.

Alcohol Policies in Tailgating Area:

No sale of alcohol
No open alcohol containers is permitted on public streets, sidewalks or thoroughfares. Only beer and wine are permitted.
No common sources of alcohol
No alcohol in Arizona Stadium
No public intoxication or disorderly conduct
Use of glass containers are strongly discouraged.
Alcohol may be consumed only during the five-hour period prior to kickoff.
All tailgate areas must be cleared within one hour of the conclusion of the game.
People who supply alcohol to underage drinkers may incur criminal and civil charges.