Facility Entrance
The main entrance for baseball games at Patriots Point is located next to the box office near the main parking area and the Mount Pleasant Recreation soccer fields. The main entrance is handicap accessible and all seating areas are accessible from this location
Gates for baseball will open one hour prior to first pitch.
Autographs
Fans should not ask student-athletes to sign items other than promotional items created by College of Charleston Athletics such as posters, schedules, programs, etc. Asking a student-athlete to sign a non-CofC produced item could potentially cause an NCAA eligibility for that student-athlete. Thank you for helping us protect the eligibility of our College of Charleston student-athletes!
Clear Bag Policy
LINK TO CLEAR BAG POLICY
The Clear Bag Policy will be in effect for all events at Patriots Point. Additional information on approved bags & prohibited items can be found below.
Approved Bags
•Clear plastic, vinyl or PVC bags that do not exceed 12" x 6" x 12" – A logo no larger than 4.5" x 3.4" can be displayed on one side of a permissible clear bag.
•One-gallon clear plastic freezer bag (Ziploc bag or similar)
•Small clutch bags no larger than 4.5" x 6.5" – approximately the size of a hand, with or without a handle or strap
•Medically necessary items (after proper inspection)
Prohibited bags include, but are not limited to:
•Briefcases
•Backpacks
•Binocular Cases
•Camera Bags
•Computer Bags
•Diaper Bags
•Fanny Packs
•Cinch/Drawstring Bags
•Luggage of any kind
•Non-approved seat cushions, which include large, traditional seat cushions that have pockets, zippers,compartments or covers
•Purses larger than a clutch bag
Prohibited Items
Guests may not bring any of the following items into games at the College of Charleston:
•Aerosol and spray cans
•Alcoholic beverages
•Animals (except service animals)
•Bicycles, skates, scooters or skateboards
•Coolers, thermoses, cups, bottles, cans, flasks
•Containers of any kind
•Drones
•Firearms/Concealed Weapons including Fireworks/explosives
•Flags and flagpoles, unauthorized banners, posters, props, pom poms, etc.
•Food or Drink of any kind
•Inflatables (beach balls, etc.)
•Illegal drugs
•Irritants such as artificial noisemakers
•Laser lights, strobe lights and pointers
•Mace/pepper spray
•Open umbrellas
•Personal seatbacks with armrests
•Strollers or portable chairs (unless ADA compliant)
•Unauthorized masks of any kind
•Video cameras, tripods, recording
Concourse
Normal concourse operations will resume for the 2023 Baseball season. Fans are asked to not congregate on the concourse – each person entering the facility must sit in their designated ticket location.
Facility Entry & Exit
•The main gate to Patriots Point will open 1.5 hour prior to first pitch. (subject to change)
•All tickets will be mobile. Fans should download tickets to their mobile devices prior to arriving on campus.
•Clear Bag Policy will be in effect
Fans Code of Conduct
The College of Charleston is committed to creating a safe, comfortable, and enjoyable experience for fans of all ages (including and especially children), student-athletes, coaches, and officials both at Patriots Point and on our campus. We want all fans attending our games to enjoy the experience in a responsible fashion. Event patrons are responsible for their own conduct as well as the conduct of their guests and/or persons using their tickets. Fans are subject to ejection and ticket holders risk losing their ticket account and/or parking privileges as a result of the following inappropriate and disruptive behavior:
•Excessive consumption of alcohol
•Obscene, profane or abusive language
•Dangerous, obscene, profane or abusive behavior
•Interfering with other fans' ability to see the game
•Smoking at Patriots Point in any location
•Scalping or other improper resale of tickets
•Interfering with security procedures
•Interfering with the process of the game or going onto the field
•Throwing any objects onto the field or within the facility
•Any action warranting ejection and/or confiscation of game tickets by police or Patriots Point security
Field Access
There will be no access to the field at Patriots Point at any time.
Flash Photography
Camera bags and cases are not permitted in all CofC Athletic facilities. Nor is flash photography that could disrupt play. Only credentialed media may enter Patriots Point with such devices and are allowed in the photography areas permitted by athletics department staff. Small cameras, with the appropriate lens size, that do not obstruct the view of other patrons are permitted.
Food and Beverage
•Aramark staff will conduct operations for food service on game days out of the main concession stand underneath the seating area, as well as additional points of sale through portable sales locations
•Concessions point-of-sale locations will take credit card & cash
•Grab and go food/beverage options will be available as well as some hot food items
•Touchless services – Google Pay & Apple Pay options are newly available at all concession stands.Paying with Google Pay or Apple Pay allows for a much faster and more expedited concessions experience while at Patriots Point! Download your credit card information before you arrive for an expedited experience!
Guest Conduct Response
Patriots Point strives to provide its guests with a safe, comfortable, and enjoyable atmosphere. Therefore, the following guidelines have been established:
•Guests using foul or abusive language, or inappropriate or unacceptable gestures may be ejected from Patriots Point
•Guests interfering with other guests' ability to enjoy the event may be subject to ejection
•Guests appearing impaired may be ejected and turned over to the authorities
•All bags will be checked by EPI staff upon entry to Patriots Point. Please plan accordingly. All guests are subject to a search at any time. Security personnel have the right to check bags, purses, blankets,coats, pockets, etc. Alcohol and other non-permissible items will be prevented from being carried into the facility. Fans will be asked to either take prohibited items back to their car or dispose of them properly. There are no provisions to check items at the gates.
Guide Dogs/Service Animals
Trained guide dogs and service dogs are permitted/allowed to assist guests inside Patriots Point. All other animals are prohibited. If you need assistance while at Patriots Point, please contact the nearest usher or staff member.
Handicap Seating
Handicap accessible seating is available in various locations throughout Patriots Point. Handicap seating is available to the patron with the disability and one guest. Handicap seating is sold on a first-come, first served basis by visiting CofCSports.com/tickets or calling 843-953-COFC (2632) Monday-Friday 8:00 AM – 4:00 PM.
Inclement Weather
In the event that inclement weather approaches Patriots Point, public address announcements will be made to update fans on the situation. Should a lightning strike occur within 8 miles of the venue, play will be stopped immediately. Play will resume 30 minutes after the last strike occurs within the 8-mile threat radius. Fans are encouraged to exit the venue and seek shelter in their vehicles during weather
delays. Patrons will be allowed to re-enter the facility once the weather threat clears the area. Updates may be communicated via cofcsports.com, College of Charleston Athletics Twitter pages as well as Facebook.com/cofcsports & Instagram.com/cofcsports.
Lost and Found
Any items that have been lost or found should be reported to the nearest staff member or usher. Guests may call (843) 953-5609 during normal business hours to inquire about lost and found items.
Parking
With a high level of interest and excitement surrounding the College of Charleston’s baseball program, fans attending a Cougar baseball game should plan accordingly to ensure you do not miss any of the action:
•Limited number of paved parking spaces are available near the front entrance and tennis facilities.
•Additional parking spaces are available in the grassy area behind the soccer grandstands.
•All parking locations are free-of-charge and are filled on a first-come, first-served basis (subject tochange)
•Please do not park on the side of Patriots Point Road. This could result in your car getting towed. The College of Charleston is not responsible for any cars that get towed due to being illegally parked.
Press Box Access
Press Box access for Patriots Point is limited to official game personnel and home/visiting team media. Fans and parents are not permitted in this area at any time.
Political Material & Solicitation
Distribution of political materials, brochures, promotional items or other solicitations is strictly forbidden on properties that are owned or being leased by the College of Charleston, including Patriots Point.
Recycling/Trash
The College of Charleston conveniently places receptacles for the disposal of trash and recyclables throughout Patriots Point. Please help keep our facilities clean and enjoyable by disposing all bagged trash into these receptacles. Fans are encouraged to utilize recycling containers with appropriate items.
Restrooms
Restrooms are located on the ground level at Patriots Point for your convenience. There is also one family restroom on the ground floor as well. For assistance during your visit to Patriots Point, please contact the nearest usher or staff member.
Seating
All fans attending a College of Charleston baseball game should have a ticket for entry. Fans are asked to please only sit in your assigned seat. Aisles should be kept clear at all times. Emergency situations
require that stairways also be kept clear. Guests are prohibited from sitting or standing in the aisles or walkways. Fans should be considerate of others and be aware of their surroundings and the safety of others.
Security
The College of Charleston makes every attempt to ensure that all fans are able to enjoy attending the game. In the unfortunate event that threatening or illegal behavior is observed, guess may contact uniformed security or EPI staff located throughout Patriots Point. Officers from various law enforcement agencies are stationed throughout the facility. Please do not hesitate to report suspicious behavior or unruly fans. Game day law enforcement personnel are coordinated by the College of Charleston Public Safety office at (843) 953-5609.
Smoking/Tobacco Policy
The College of Charleston is a healthy, tobacco-free environment. No use of tobacco is allowed on any campus property. This policy covers all forms of tobacco, including smokeless (chew or dip) and e-cigarettes of any form or vaping device. This policy covers all areas of campus, including Patriots Point.
Ticket Information
LINK TO TICKET PAGE
To offer greater convenience and safety, mobile-only ticketing will be utilized for entry into TD Arena. For more information, please visit the Ticket Office at THIS LINK
or contact the Ticket Office via telephone at 843-953-COFC (2632).
