ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. — Due to the recent events in France and with the increased security threats to stadiums and arenas, UNM athletics will be implementing additional security measures to help protect our fans and the game day experience. We at UNM appreciate the cooperation of our fans.
The University of New Mexico will be using extra security at UNM’s home football game on Saturday vs. Colorado State. All fans entering the game will be searched using a metal detecting wand and all bags will be searched. Gates open at 2 p.m. and we are urging all fans to arrive early into the stadium.
“This is a direct result of what’s going on in the world right now,” said Assistant A.D. Mike Haggerty. “We are wanting all our fans to not wait until the last minute to enter the stadium to avoid long lines.”
In order to make entry into the stadium go as quickly and smoothly as possible, we encourage fans to not bring into the stadium the following items:
*Backpacks
*Purses
*Bags
Any of the above items will be searched by security at the entrance gates.
“We are working with UNMPD, The Department of Homeland Security and all agencies that assist us on game day to provide a safe environment for our fans,” said Haggerty. “We realize that this will be an inconvenience but our priority is to ensure the safety of our fans and all of those that are a part of the game day experience.”
Extra Security Measures in Place for Saturday’s Football Game
