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Alcohol Policy- Washington State University is committed to creating a positive experience for all fans in the general seating area at the Lower Soccer Field and will serve beer and wine in a safe and responsible manner beginning with the 2025 season. As part of that commitment, all applicable state laws will be followed, and the following regulatory features will be implemented:
- Beer and wine sales will begin one hour before the announced kickoff time and last until the 70th minute, at which time sales will discontinue.
- In order to ensure only those 21 and over are allowed to purchase and consume alcoholic beverages, all patrons will be required to show ID or be wrist-banded.
- A guest may only purchase or be in possession of a maximum of two alcoholic beverages at any one time. If an individual is already in possession of one beverage, they will only be permitted to purchase one additional beverage
- Signage meeting the requirements dictated by applicable local and state regulations will be posted and will include the stated legal age for the purchase of alcoholic beverages and identification policies of the venue, drink limit, and cut-off time.
- Alcohol compliance teams will be stationed throughout the stadium to encourage responsible consumption, oversee policy adherence throughout the venue, and monitor behavior.
- Beer and wine will not be allowed in the student section (grass hill behind the east goal)
- Alcohol is not permitted to leave the Lower Soccer Field. Guests are not permitted to leave the venue and return on the same ticket.
- Beer and wine options will be available. All beer will be sold in cans not to exceed 16-ounce cans and opened at the time of purchase. Wine will be served in a 9-ounce clear plastic cup.
Animals
- Service animals or those in training for guests with disabilities are allowed in the facility. All other animals are prohibited. Please see the link below for further information: Support Animal Guidelines
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Banners and Signs- Hand held banners are permitted if they are in good taste, contain no profanity or derogatory statements, and do not block the view of other patrons.
- Glass, metal beverage containers and thermoses are prohibited. This rule does not apply to empty plastic water bottles that are 1.5 liters less in size. Beverage containers (especially glass and metal) can: hide and store alcohol, shatter or break (which can result in sharp edges and/or pieces), or become dangerous projectiles, threatening the safety of spectators, participants and officials.
- In 1927, Governor Roland Hartley presented a cougar cub to the students of Washington State. This first cougar mascot was named Butch in honor of Herbert "Butch" Meeker of Spokane, who was WSU's gridiron football star at the time.
- Governor Clarence D. Martin presented Butch II to the student body in 1938. Butch III and IV were twin cubs presented by Governor Arthur B. Langlie in January 1942. Governor Langlie also presented Butch V in 1955. Butch VI, the last live mascot on campus, died in the summer of 1978.
- Mascot Purpose: Washington State University mascot, Butch, is a widely recognized symbol of the university. Appearances by Butch, not only at athletic events but also at other functions related to the university and its constituent groups, are a source of pride for members of the cougar family and a means of promoting the university.
- If you would like to have Butch appear at your event, email butch.events@wsu.edu For more information please visit Get To Know Butch
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Camcorders- Videotaping equipment is not allowed in the facility without written permission from the WSU Athletic Department. To obtain permission, patrons should call the Athletic Department 509-335-4304.
- Hand held photography cameras for personal use are allowed at all WSU athletic facilities
Clear Bag Policy
- This policy limits the type and size of bags permitted in the venue. However, guests are still allowed to bring personal items, but they must either be carried or fit into a permissible sized bag. Approved bags include clear plastic, vinyl or PVC bags that do not exceed 14” by 8” by 14”; one-gallon clear re-sealable plastic storage bags; small clutch purses no larger than 4.5” by 6.5” with or without a handle or strap.
- For more information regarding our clear bag policy, please visit wsucougars.com/ClearBagPolicy
Code of Conduct
- It is the goal of the WSU Public Safety Department and Athletics Event Management to provide a safe, enjoyable, and positive environment for all participants and fans. Safety and security policies have been established to benefit everyone entering our venues. Please help us maintain a FUN and SAFE environment for athletes, students, families, and all patrons by complying with all stadium policies. WSU, along with the NCAA and Pac-12 Conference, has assigned a high priority to assuring athletic events are conducted in a safe and enjoyable atmosphere that promotes good sportsmanship by student-athletes, coaches, and spectators. We request your cooperation by supporting the participants and officials in a positive manner. Profanity, discriminatory statements *on the basis of race, sex, gender, sexual orientation, gender identification, age, national origin, religion, military status, disability status, or any other characteristic,* or other abusive comments or actions directed at officials, student-athletes, coaches, team representatives, or other patrons will not be tolerated and are grounds for removal from the site of competition.
- Any comments that, pose a genuine threat, can be deemed harassment, or violates the law, is prohibited and may be grounds for removal from the event. WSU reserves the right to regulate behavior to ensure that it does not disrupt athletic events or other regular activities of the University. Entering the field/court of play during the course of event will subject a guest to immediate ejection from the venue. Guests are responsible for complying with all applicable University, state, and federal rules, polices and laws. Failure to do so may result in seat relocation, ejection, loss of games tickets, and/or criminal consequences.
- Comments, Questions, and/or Concerns
- Athletics General Line/Tickets - 1-800 GO COUGS
- Event Management - (509) 335-4304
- A concession stand is located to the east of the bleachers next to the entrance and sells a variety of food and drink items.
- The Lower Soccer Field is the exclusive home to WSU women’s soccer. The 2,500 seat facility features a natural grass playing surface.
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Disabled Guest- There is ADA seating that can be access off of Cougar Way on top row of the bleachers.
Driving Directions
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Emergencies and Evacuation Policies- Evacuation routes will be determined by Public Safety Personnel (Police, Fire, and Event Management). Please remain calm and follow the directions of the Public Address Announcer and the nearest Event Management personnel.
- For any emergency occurring on campus, dial 911 for ambulance, police or fire service. If you are calling from a non-campus phone, dial 509-335-0911.
- Management must rely on communication with and cooperation of the spectator. A visual inspection will be made at the gate. This is a voluntary search. Patrons will be asked to open bags, purses, etc. If a patron does not volunteer for a search and there is reasonable suspicion that they possess banned items, they may be denied entry.
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Fight Song First Aid- Please contact the nearest Event Staff member for assistance.
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Gates- Gates will open one (1) hour prior to the match.
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Lost and Found- Lost and Found may be turned in or claimed at the Marketing area. Please call 509-335-0392 to claim or check for items after the completion of the match.
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Noisemakers- Artificial noisemaking devices are prohibited. In addition to confiscation, violators may be subject to university disciplinary action (if applicable) and to removal from the event site
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Parking and Transportation- Weekday games before 5 PM (Mon–Fri): Fans should purchase hourly parking through aimsmobilepay.com or the AMP Park app.
- Weekday games after 5 PM or weekend games: Fans may park in designated Evening & Weekend parking areas across campus
- General parking is available close by in the library garage for an hourly fee.
- View the WSU Evening & Weekend Parking Map for available locations.
- For Pullman Transit information, please visit Pullman Transit's Website.
- Additional Parking Information
- The Cougar Soccer Field has a natural grass playing surface made up of a mix of Kentucky Bluegrass and Perennial Ryegrass.
- Free roster cards are provided at each game. Visit the marketing area to pick up your complimentary copy.
- The following policies have been developed with spectator and participant safety in mind. Failure to abide by the following policies may result in ejection and/or legal proceedings.
Prohibited Items: - Non-service animals
- Alcohol
- Bicycles
- Glass, metal containers and thermoses This rule does not apply to empty plastic water bottles, which are one liter in size or less.
- Laser Pointers
- Hard sided bags, suitcases, coolers, or other similar devices
- Large bags (all soft sided and CLEAR bags must be able to fit under your seat and be no larger than 14”x 8” x 14”)
- Artificial noisemakers (horns, whistles, etc.)
- Tobacco products. Smoking is not allowed on campus
- Fireworks/weapons/explosive devices
- Camcorders without written permission from WSU Athletics (to obtain permission please call 509-335-5109)
- Drones
- Umbrellas
- Food and beverage unless purchase inside the venue
- Extension items used to hold cellular telephones or cameras in place (e.g. “selfie sticks”)
- Flag poles, or any items that act as an extension of an arm and have a flag or sign affixed
Safety Policies:
Our staff will proactively intervene to support an environment where guests can enjoy the Cougar Football experience free from unacceptable behavior, including the following:
- No Smoking in Lower Soccer Stadium
- No Throwing of Objects
- No unruly or disruptive behavior
- No Foul/abusive language or obscene gestures
- Intoxication or other signs of impairment related to alcohol consumption
Any guest not adhering to the above code or behaving in an unruly manner will be removed from Lower Soccer Stadium. Crowd management staff reserves the right to determine what unruly or unacceptable behavior is.
If anyone is interfering with your enjoyment of our event, please contact the nearest usher or ticket taker for assistance.
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Schedule Smoking Policy- Smoking is prohibited on the Washington State University campus. WSU became a tobacco and nicotine free campus in 2016.
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Tickets- For information on soccer tickets please visit: Cougar Tickets
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Weather
Contact Us
Please contact us with any questions or concerns
Athletics General Line/Tickets
1-800-GO-COUGS
Event Management
509-335-4304