WKU implementing clear bag policy for football season

WKU has become the latest school to implement a clear bag policy for home football games, as the school announced Tuesday that it would implement the safety measure in Houchens-Smith Stadium for the upcoming season. 

The new policy will limit baggage items allowed into the stadium. On the approved list are clear tote bags that aren’t larger than 12″ x 6″ x 12″, plastic zip-top bags no larger than one gallon, clutch purses no larger than 4.5 inches-by-6.5 inches, and seat cushions without pockets no larger than 16 inches. 

Here are the prohibited items on the revised policy:

BriefcasesCamera bagsBackpacksDrawstring bagsFanny packsMesh bagsDuffel bagsOversized totesTinted or textured bagsPursesDiaper bagsPrinted pattern plastic bagsReusable grocery tote bags 

The Hilltopper football program isn’t the first to implement this policy. The SEC made the move last year to implement a clear bag policy across the conference, and the NFL also has a clear policy for all of its stadiums. 

WKU is providing free, WKU-approved clear tote bags to fans. They can be picked up from the Hilltopper Athletic Foundation, or at the WKU Ticket Office in Diddle Arena on weekdays from 8 a.m. to 4:30 p.m (while supplies last). 

Additional information can be found on the policy infographic from WKU athletics below. 

Sports Editor Jeremy Chisenhall can be reached at 270-745-6291 and jeremy.chisenhall921@topper.wku.edu. Follow him on Twitter at @JSChisenhall.