After Fan Complaints, IU Announces New Water Policies to Combat Heat

Last Saturday’s home opener was a scorcher and saw dozens of people taken to the hospital for heat-related issues. After fans complained about the lack of accessible water stations and steep prices for water bottles, Indiana Athletics has issued a new “game-specific” policy for water for Saturday’s game against Howard. The game is scheduled to kickoff at Noon ET.

This also comes in light of a University of Iowa band member passing away due to a heat-related illness earlier this week.

IU Athletics Release

BLOOMINGTON, Ind. – Indiana University Athletics has implemented a series of game-specific policies for fans attending Saturday’s Noon IU Football matchup against Howard at Merchants Bank Field at Memorial Stadium.

• Sealed Water Bottles: Fans are permitted to bring one sealed, clear, non-glass water bottle into the stadium. The safety seal must be unbroken upon entry.
• Refillable Containers: Spectators may bring one empty, refillable non-glass water container. IU Athletics has doubled the number of free, multi-unit water stations compared to Week 1, with multiple stations now located on both the east and west concourses.
• Cooling Stations: Misting stations will be positioned throughout the Memorial Stadium concourse to help fans stay cool.
• Concession Options: Bottled water remains available for purchase at stadium concession locations.
• First Aid and Assistance: First-aid stations are located on the east and west concourses. Fans requiring assistance can contact 812-369-MYIU (6948) or dial 911 in the event of an emergency.

Attendees are strongly encouraged to drink plenty of water before, during, and after the game. Game-day weather is forecasted to be partly cloudy and warm, reaching a high of 85 degrees.