This page contains resources for Cougar fans visiting Charleston to attend College of Charleston home soccer events.
College of Charleston Community Standards
Public health and safety are our first priority, and our ability to conduct athletic events depends on the willingness of our campus community and visitors to come together in support of our collective health and safety. We are all in this together, and we believe that together we can face the challenges presented by COVID-19 with resilience, grit, determination and great support by and for our community.
All entrants to Patriots Point could be subject to local health official restrictions and guidance, including a health screening and temperature check, before entering Patriots Point.
COVID-19 Self-Screening Checklist
All attendees to athletic events on our campus will be asked to review the following screening checklist before attending campus:
• Do you have new muscle aches not related to another medical condition or another specific activity (e.g. due to physical exercise)? • Do you feel like you may have a temperature of greater than 100.0°F?
• Do you have a sore throat, runny nose and/or congestion not related to another medical condition (e.g. allergies)?
• Do you have a new or worsening cough that is not related to another medical condition?
• Do you have shortness of breath that is not attributable to another medical condition?
• Do you have recent (within the last five days) loss of smell and taste?
• Do you have new onset of vomiting or diarrhea not related to another medical condition?
• Have you had recent close contact with someone who has tested positive for COVID-19?
If you answered yes to any of the questions above, immediately self-isolate and contact your medical provider. Please do not attend any campus facility, program, activity or event.
Attendance Policy at Patriots Point
Patriots Point Athletics Complex will begin the year with 100% capacity. (subject to change)
Facility Entrance
The main entrance for soccer matches at Patriots Point is located next to the Southwest Ticket booth, located near the surface parking lots adjacent to the Mount Pleasant Recreation Soccer Fields The main entrance is handicap accessible and all seating areas are accessible from this location.
Gates for soccer will open one hour prior to kickoff. (subject to change)
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
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.
Full Clear Bag Policy available
here.
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 matches 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 devices
Concourse
Hand sanitizer stations will be available in multiple locations throughout the concourse. Restrooms are also available for fans underneath the press box on the East side of the facility.
Event Staff Training & Staff Related Measures
Staff will wear masks and other Community Protective Equipment (CPE) as appropriate. Cleaning staff have been retrained on cleaning high-traffic, high-touch areas and additional staff has been added to help clean these areas on a regular basis. Additional protocols have been adjusted to align with broader COVID-19 mitigation standards.
Face Covering Requirements
Face coverings will not be required during home soccer matches at Patriots Point unless mandated by public health authorities. Each person attending a home match should make an informed decision about wearing a mask and physical distancing in keeping with guidance from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention.
Facility Entry & Exit
The main entrance for soccer will be the Southwest gate location closest to the surface parking lots. Additional facility entry & exit details are below:
    • The main gate for soccer entry to Patriots Point will open 1 hour prior to kickoff. (subject to change)
    • Clear Bag Policy is still in effect
    • Prohibited Items Policy remains in effect
Facility & Seating Areas
Tickets will not be sold to home soccer matches at Patriots Point for the 2021 fall season. Seats during soccer matches are available on a first-come, first-served basis.
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 referees 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 inside at Patriots Point
• 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 in 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 soccer game 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 is permitted.
Food and Beverage
• All concessions operations are overseen by Aramark
• Concessions points of purchase and availability will follow all best practices for the food service industry
• 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!
Gate Opening Times
Gates to Patriots Point for home soccer matches will open 1 hour prior to kickoff. (subject to change)
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. Relevant documentation and appropriate signage is encouraged at all times the animal is in and around Patriots Point.
Handicap Seating
Handicap accessible seating is available in various locations throughout Patriots Point. For questions regarding handicap seating, please visit CofCSports.com/tickets or calling 843-953-COFC (2632) Monday-Friday 8:00 AM – 4:00 PM.
During home CofC events, guests should make any event staff member aware of their need for an accessible seat and the event staff member will then assist the guest with accommodating their accessible seating needs.
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 after the weather threat has cleared. 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 soccer programs, fans attending a Cougar soccer match should plan accordingly to ensure you do not miss any of the action:
• Limited number of paved parking spaces are available near the main entrance to the facility and near the tennis facility.
• Additional parking spaces are available in the grassy area behind the west soccer grandstands.
• All parking locations are free-of-charge and are filled on a first-come, first-served basis.
• Disability parking is available in the surface lot nearest the Ticket Booth at no charge.
• 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.
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 near the Press Box for your convenience.
For assistance during your visit to Patriots Point, please contact the nearest usher or staff member.
Seating
The College of Charleston Athletics Department expects to open the fall competition schedule at 100% capacity. (subject to change) However, due to the COVID-19 pandemic, occupancy inside Patriots Point could be limited in accordance with state, local and campus guidelines. All seating will be General Admission and secured on a first-come, first-served basis.
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 match. In the unfortunate event that threatening or illegal behavior is observed, guess may contact uniformed security or EPI security 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 now 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
For the fall, no tickets will be sold for home Men’s or Women’s Soccer matches. All available fan seating is General Admission and is available on a first-come, first-served basis. For questions, please or contact the Ticket Office via telephone at 843-953-COFC (2632).
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