Holy Cross Athletics has announced multiple updates regarding the football game day experience entering the 2024 season.
SIDELINE CHANGE
Beginning in 2024, the Holy Cross sideline — and subsequently, the "home" fan section — will be relocated to the north side of the stadium, the opposite of what it has been in previous years.
The same seating types will be maintained behind the new Holy Cross bench, including reserved cushion, reserved bleacher, and general admission. Season ticket members will continue to have first priority during the seat selection process.
This decision to adjust the home sideline was made in conjunction with members of the Holy Cross coaching, facilities, equipment, external relations and sports medicine staff, in addition to fan focus groups and alumni.
Among the many benefits to this change that this group identified:
- Increased accessibility for fans entering Gate D from Freshman Field parking – the path to this side of the stadium prevents walking uphill – in addition to ramp access
- Guests utilizing the handicap accessible platform will have the opportunity to be a part of the action on the home sideline
- Proximity to home locker room — particularly, in the event of injury, student-athletes will be closer to their respective locker rooms and sports medicine areas
GAME TIMES AND PROMOTIONS
Holy Cross will play all five of its home games at Fitton Field this fall. For game times and promotions, please see below:
Sept. 7 vs. New Hampshire | 2 p.m. | Education Appreciation Day
Sept. 21 vs. Yale | 2 p.m. | Family Weekend
Oct. 12 vs. Fordham* | 1 p.m. | Homecoming / 508 Community Day / First Responders Day
Nov. 9 vs. Lehigh* | 12 p.m. | Spirit Day / Healthcare Heroes Day
Nov. 16 vs. Bucknell* | 12 p.m. | Senior Day / Military and Veterans Appreciation Day
*Patriot League contest
BEVERAGE SALES
All beverage sales at Holy Cross contests will now be operated by Holy Cross Dining Services as part of an enhanced on-campus partnership. In coordination with Holy Cross Dining, Holy Cross Athletics is focused on increased efficiency and improved service at games based on feedback received from fans. More info regarding beverage selections, including alcohol sales, will be provided in the coming months.
Holy Cross season tickets will go on sale at 10 a.m. on Thursday, April 11. For more information, fans can call or text 1-844-GO-CROSS.
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