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ADA accommodations
- Animals: Certified service animals or service animals in training for guests with disabilities are welcome at Mike A. Myers Stadium. All service animals must remain on a leash or in a harness at all times. No other animals are allowed in the facility.
- Concessions: Mike A. Myers Stadium has modified condiment tables for easy access by disabled guests.
- Parking: Disabled parking is available in Manor Garage. Based on availability, charges may apply.
- Restrooms: Disabled accessible stalls are located in the men's and women's restrooms under the east side grandstands of Mike A. Myers Stadium.
- Seating: Ramps on the east side of Mike A. Myers Stadium lead to public seating. For any questions concerning availability, call the UT Athletics Ticket Office at 512-471-3333.
Alcohol
Alcoholic beverages are prohibited inside Mike A. Myers Stadium.
Ange's Alley
Come check out what Ange's Alley has to offer at Texas Soccer. Select matches feature different activities including inflatables, soccer skills, and more (for children 8th grade and under). Stick around after the match to get autographs from your favorite Texas Soccer players!
Autographs
Autographs are available after home matches in Ange's Alley, located on the north side of Mike A. Myers Stadium (weather permitting). For all other autographed item requests, please refer to the UT Athletics autograph policy.
Automotive assistance
Before, during and after the game, contact the UT Police Department at (512) 471-4441 for dead battery and locked car assistance.
Bag searches
Only small personal bags (purses, baby or diaper bags, etc.) will be permitted inside Mike A. Myers Stadium and are subject to search at all entrances. Please leave all unnecessary items in your vehicle or at home. Prohibited items must be returned to your vehicle or discarded. Staff may not store or hold items for you until post match. Patrons who refuse to allow visual inspections of contents of bags or purses will be denied entry into the facility.
Ball Kids (see Texas Soccer Experience Packages)
Banners
Banners are not allowed in the facility.
Binoculars
Binoculars and their cases are permitted in the facility, subject to inspection at all entrances.
Box office (see Tickets)
Broadcasts
- Television: Information on television broadcasts of Texas Soccer matches can be found at TexasSports.com or the UT Athletics television schedule.
- Internet Audio: Listen to select Texas Soccer matches online via TexasSports.com (audio subscription required).
- Longhorn Network offers live coverage of home events. Contact your cable or satellite provider regarding Longhorn Network. Authenticated subscribers to LHN may view coverage on LonghornNetwork.com.
- Due to Big 12 Conference television contracts, video of Texas sporting events broadcast exclusively by Big 12 television partners (ABC, ESPN, FOX platforms) cannot be streamed on the Internet at the same time. There are additional telecast window exclusivity provisions in these contracts that may prevent Texas sporting events from telecast at the same time as another event.
Cameras/Video cameras
Cameras, other than professional cameras with detachable lenses, are allowed in the facility. No flash photography is allowed. Video cameras are allowed inside Mike A. Myers Stadium.
Camps
For more information on Texas Soccer camps, visit the Texas Longhorns Sports Camps information page, updated each spring.
Child ticketing policy
Children under 2 may be admitted without a ticket.
Code of conduct (see also Alcohol, Smoking policy, Standing room only, Prohibited items and Weapons)
The NCAA and The University of Texas promote good sportsmanship by student-athletes, coaches and spectators. We request your cooperation by supporting the participants and officials in a positive manner. Spectators are reminded that they are prohibited from entering the playing area. Negative comments directed at officials, student-athletes, coaches or team representatives are grounds for removal. The NCAA, the Big 12 Conference and The University of Texas thank you for your cooperation.
Concessions
Concessions are located under the eastside grandstands at Mike A. Myers Stadium and next to the UT Athletics table by the flagpoles on the north side of the field. Cash only accepted.
Contests and promotions (see IMG College/Longhorn Sports Marketing)
Credit cards
Major credit cards are accepted at the Official Texas Longhorns Team Shop retail booth in the facility. For credit card transactions, Longhorns Banking credit and debit cards from Bank of America are the preferred methods of payment. Concessions are cash only.
Donation requests
Requests for autographed items for nonprofit/charitable purposes must be submitted to the Texas Longhorns Official Team Shop (formerly Longhorns, Ltd.). For more information, refer to the UT Athletics donation/autograph policy.
E-newsletters
UT Athletics offers fans several choices to receive official updates and other timely news. Visit the sign-up page at TexasSports.com.
Emergency
For any emergency at Mike A. Myers Stadium, including medical emergencies, notify the nearest usher or police officer.
Evacuation
In the event of an emergency, staff will utilize the public address system to inform patrons of the situation and any instructions as applicable. All exits and emergency exits in the facility are clearly marked.
Facebook (see Social media)
First aid/EMS
Emergency Medical Services from UT EMS are stationed behind the team's benches. If you are in need of medical attention, please visit the EMS team, or notify the nearest usher or police officer. Ushers are trained to call for immediate response and assistance in emergency situations.
Gates open
For the general public, gates open 60 minutes prior to the match time.
Goal Patrol (see Texas Soccer Experience Packages)
Google+ (see Social media)
High school coach entrance
All high school coaches must contact the Texas Soccer office (512) 471-7568 for match entry. Photo IDs are required. Will Call for high school coaches tickets is located at Gate 1.
Hotels
Information about Austin hotel accommodations can be found at the Austin Convention & Visitors Bureau website.
IMG College/Longhorn Sports Marketing
IMG College is UT Athletics' multimedia rights vendor, which does business in Austin as the Longhorn Sports Marketing (LSM). LSM produces and delivers conventional over-the-air radio, with Austin's Clear Channel Communications affiliate KVET-AM/FM serving as flagship station. LSM also represents all corporate sponsorship sales for UT Athletics and Mike A. Myers Stadium, including those elements appearing in signage, match day publications, consumer and retail promotions, and video. For more information about advertising, sponsorships or promotions, contact IMG College/LSM at (512) 478-1833.
Internet streaming
- Internet Audio: Listen to select Texas Soccer matches online via TexasSports.com (audio subscription required).
- Internet Video: Authenticated subscribers to Longhorn Network may view coverage on LonghornNetwork.com.
- Due to Big 12 Conference television contracts, video of Texas sporting events broadcast exclusively by Big 12 television partners (ABC, ESPN, FOX platforms) cannot be streamed on the Internet at the same time. There are additional telecast window exclusivity provisions in these contracts that may prevent Texas sporting events from telecast at the same time as another event.
Longhorn All-Sports Package (LASP)
The LASP is a unique package available for The University of Texas students, faculty and staff where, for one low price, tickets for all home regular season events can be obtained. Visit the ticket Web page for more LASP information.
Longhorns Kids Club
The Time Warner Cable Longhorns Kids Club is for children in 8th grade and under. Members receive great benefits including FREE admission to select regular season 100 UT Athletics home events, invitations to special parties, and now with two packages tailored to the ages and interests of members they can even get a FREE Texas Football jersey. Visit LonghornsKidsClub.com for more information about becoming a member and getting hooked on the Longhorns.
Longhorns Soccer Nation
Become a member of Longhorns Soccer Nation and be the voice of the fan base. If you are interested in joining the official Texas Soccer fan club, email LonghornsSoccerNation@utexas.edu to sign up today!
Lost and found
During the match, lost items should be reported to an usher. After the match, call UTPD at 512-471-4441 or email lostandfound@athletics.utexas.edu.
Lost children
Lost children should be reported to the nearest usher.
Mascot (Read more about Bevo and other UT traditions.)
- Bevo, the Longhorn steer
- Hook 'Em, the costumed mascot of the Longhorns
Match dates and times
Texas Soccer match dates and times are subject to change. In the event a match date or time change should occur, the information will be immediately posted on TexasSports.com, found on the automated phone system at 512-471-4602, and will be communicated through the local media.
Match programs
Match programs are free and available at the UT Athletics table located by the flagpoles north of the field.
Merchandise (see the Texas Longhorns Official Team Shop)
Noisemakers
Big 12 Conference and NCAA rules prohibit artificial noisemakers from being brought inside the facility. This includes, but is not limited to, all horns (including air horns), cow bells and whistles. Prohibited items will be confiscated.
Parking
- Public parking
- 2012 Soccer parking map
- Surface parking lots
- A cashier station is located at the entrance of Lot 70 (off Dedman Dr. on the South end of Myers Stadium) and opens three hours prior to each match and remains open until one hour after the match. Fans may purchase a parking pass on the day of the match from the cashier to park in this lot for $3 per vehicle.
- A cashier station is located at the entrance of Lot 38 (off Red River St. North of Myers Stadium) and opens three hours prior to each match and remains open until on hour after the match. Fans may purchase a parking pass on the day of the match from the cashier to park in this lot. Rates will vary per game depending on other campus activities.
- Garage parking
- Fan may take advantage of covered parking in the Manor Garage on the West side of Myers Stadium. There are two entrances to this garage (off Clyde Littlefield and Dedman Dr.). Fans may pay the cashier at each entrance to park in the garage. Rates will vary per game depending on other campus activities.
- Click and Park (order parking passes online)
Photographs
Photographs of Texas Soccer match action, as well as other sports, may be purchased online at TexasPhotoStore.com.
Pinterest (see Social media)
Prohibited items
- Alcoholic beverages
- Backpacks
- Bags larger than 12 x 18 inches
- Banners
- Beverage containers
- Coolers
- Equipment cases
- Food
- Flag poles
- Tripods
Publications
- Match programs: Match programs are free and available at the UT Athletics table inside Gate 1 (limited quantity available).
- Chant guides: Learn how to cheer along with the rest of the crowd with a free chant guide from the UT Athletics table inside Gate 1 (limited quantity available).
- Longhorn Scoreboard: Free e-newsletter of UT Athletics. Receive special articles, insights and promotions from UT Athletics. Subscribe today to Longhorn Scoreboard.
- Longhorns Links: Free e-newsletter of UT Athletics. A Monday-Friday morning email report that brings you the day's top headlines from UT Athletics. Subscribe today to Longhorns Links.
- SOBs Bulletin: The official student e-newsletter of UT Athletics. Receive upcoming events and promotions geared for the UT Student. Subscribe today to SOBs Bulletin.
Radios
Hand-held and pocket-sized portable radios are allowed in the facility. Please be considerate of other patrons and use an earpiece or headphones to listen to your radio.
Rankings
Visit the Texas Soccer Rankings & Standings page for the most recent collegiate soccer polls.
Re-entry policy
Patrons must have a hand stamp and a match ticket stub to re-enter the facility. Hand stamps are available at all stadium exits throughout the match.
Restrooms
Restrooms are located under the eastside grandstands and port-a-cans are located on the west side grandstands in Mike A. Myers Stadium.
Scalpers and ticket brokers
Per University of Texas Regents' Rules (Chapter VI, Section 6): The resale of athletics tickets, for any amount of money, on a University of Texas property, constitutes solicitation and is strictly prohibited unless permitted as defined by the Regents' Rules and Regulations. Subjects found soliciting on University of Texas property can receive a criminal trespass warning and will be required to leave University of Texas property immediately or be subject to arrest for criminal trespass.
Seating
Mike A. Myers Stadium has an official seating capacity of 20,000. All seats are general admission for regular season home soccer matches.
Security (also see Prohibited items)
- Suspicious activity, disruptive patrons and guest-related problems should be reported to an usher or police officer immediately. Uncooperative patrons showing disregard for other patrons, the facility or the teams may be ejected from the building. Intoxicated fans will not be allowed into the facility. An ejected patron will not be allowed to return for the remainder of the game. Re-entry by an ejected patron is grounds for arrest.
- You and your belongings may be searched upon entry into the facility. By tendering your ticket and entering the facility, you consent to such searches and waive any related claims that you might have against The University of Texas. If you elect not to consent to a search, you will not be allowed into the facility.
- To report an incident in your seating area, please notify the nearest usher, security guard or UT police officer at the entrance nearest to your seat. After the game, please email questions@athletics.utexas.edu with all game-day related questions or concerns.
Smoking policy
In accordance with University policy, tobacco products are not permitted anywhere on the UT campus.
Social media
Solicitation
The University of Texas does not permit unauthorized soliciting or collecting of contributions, vending, distribution of fliers or other promotional/advertising materials on University of Texas property.
Souvenirs (see Texas Longhorns Official Team Shop and Photographs)
Special announcements
Special announcements on the public address system and scoreboard are limited to medical and police emergencies. Mike A. Myers Stadium does not announce or display birthday, anniversary or other personal messages on the public address system or scoreboard.
Stadium clean-up
Non-profit organizations can raise money by participating in the stadium clean-up process for Mike A. Myers Stadium after UT home games. Stadium clean-up requires each group to sweep and bag all trash located in a designated area of the stadium. Each area requires at least 20 people to complete the cleaning in a timely manner. Each group is required to submit a tax ID number and letter of non-profit organization status. Payment is sent directly to your organization. If your organization is interested in earning extra funds, please email Devon Hendricks at Devon.Hendricks@athletics.utexas.edu. State your interest to participate in this fundraising opportunity. Include the name of your organization, a contact person and their e-mail address and phone number.
Student Orange Bloods
Student Orange Bloods (SOBs) is the longtime, hardcore UT Athletics student fan base. Visit StudentOrangeBloods.com for up-to-date information relevant to all SOBs.
Tailgating
Tailgating is permitted in parking areas surrounding Mike A. Myers Stadium. Please note that open flames are not permitted in the parking garages.
Telephone numbers
- Tickets: (800) 982-BEVO [2386] or (512) 471-3333
- Emergency/UT Police Dept.: (512) 471-4441
- Lost and Found: (512) 471-6230 or email lostandfound@athletics.utexas.edu
- Longhorn Foundation: (512) 471-4439
- Texas Longhorns Official Team Shop: (512 )476-3535
- UT Athletics: (512) 471-4602
Texas Longhorns Official Team Shop (formerly Longhorns, Ltd.)
The Team Shop is the official apparel store of the Texas Longhorns. Shop online at Shop.TexasSports.com or at one of these stadium locations:
- Bellmont Hall (west side): On San Jacinto Dr. directly across from the Etter-Harbin Alumni Center
- Reese M. Rowling Hall (east side): On Robert Dedman Dr. next to the entrance to The University of Texas Club
- Gamedays: Myers Stadium concourse inside Gate 4
- Major credit cards are accepted at the Texas Longhorns Official Team Shop locations. For credit card transactions, Longhorns Banking credit and debit cards from Bank of America are the preferred methods of payment.
Television
- Television: Information on television broadcasts of Texas Soccer can be found at TexasSports.com or the UT Athletics television schedule.
- Longhorn Network offers live coverage of home events. Contact your cable or satellite provider regarding Longhorn Network. Authenticated subscribers to LHN may view coverage on LonghornNetwork.com.
- Due to Big 12 Conference television contracts, video of Texas sporting events broadcast exclusively by Big 12 television partners (ABC, ESPN, FOX platforms) cannot be streamed on the Internet at the same time. There are additional telecast window exclusivity provisions in these contracts that may prevent Texas sporting events from telecast at the same time as another event.
Texas Soccer Experience Packages
For a Texas Soccer Group Experience, call (512) 232-3865 today. A minimum of 30 group tickets is required to participate. All spots are filled on a first-come, first-served basis.
- Scrimmage Package: Your team can scrimmage at halftime of a Texas Soccer match.
- Players must be between the ages of 6-13.
- Get a behind-the-scenes facility tour
- Exclusive pre-match chalk talk from Coach Kelly
- Special seating during the match
- Goal Patrol Package: UT Athletics now allows groups to serve as Goal Patrol.
- Youth soccer players 8-13 can line the field to shag balls during the match (minimum of 12 youth required)
- Join the team on the field for pre-match introductions as Kid Captains
- Each group serves as Goal Patrol for one half of play
- Special seating for Goal Patrol, parents and guests
Text alerts
Stay connected to the Longhorns by signing up to receive breaking news, special offers and exclusive content delivered straight to your wireless phone. Text HORNS to 51234 or visit the Text Alerts page on TexasSports.com. (Message and data rates may apply. Text HELP for help. Text STOP to cancel.)
Tickets
- Online: TexasSports.com
- Call the UT Athletics Ticket Office at 800-982-BEVO (2386) or 512-471-3333 (Monday-Friday, 9 a.m.-6 p.m.; Saturday, 10 a.m.-4 p.m.).
- Visit any Texas Box Office ticket location, including the UT Athletics Ticket Office located in the first-floor lobby of Bellmont Hall, 2100 San Jacinto Blvd. (Mon.-Fri., 9 a.m.-4 p.m.), or the Erwin Center box office located at 1701 Red River (Mon.-Fri., 10 a.m.-6 p.m.).
- Mike A. Myers Stadium (match days, 60 minutes prior to match start time)
- Group tickets: Online at Texas Soccer group tickets order form or call (512) 232-3865.
- Print-at-home: Avoid the lines on gameday by buying your tickets online at TexasSports.com
- Lost tickets should be reported to (800) 982-2386.
Twitter (see Social media)
Video cameras
Video cameras are permitted in the facility.
Video/DVDs
Fans may purchase a variety of products supplied by the IMG College/Longhorn Sports Marketing, including special DVDs. To purchase, visit the University of Texas Athletics Online Multimedia Store.
Water fountains
Water fountains are located adjacent to the concession stands under the eastside grandstands.
Weapons
No weapons of any kind are permitted in Mike A. Myers Stadium or any designated UT venue. This policy includes weapons used by off-duty law enforcement officers. Firearms must be secured at either the UT Police Department (corner of Dedman and Littlefield drives) or within an individual's vehicle.
Weather Delays
In accordance with NCAA rules, weather is closely monitored at all Texas facilities using weather radar. While an eight mile distance for lightning is acceptable per NCAA rules, Texas suspends play when lightning is detected within ten miles of a facility during play. Fans are asked to leave the facility during periods of suspended play. They may take shelter in their cars, the parking garage adjacent to Myers Stadium, or Darrell K Royal-Texas Memorial Stadium. Play is resumed only when there is a consecutive 30-minute period in which there is no lightning. Because of the state-of-the-art drainage system at Mike A. Myers Stadium and Soccer Field, play is not typically suspended due to rain.
Website
TexasSports.com is the official website of University of Texas Athletics.
Will Call
Tickets purchased through the Texas Box Office charge-by-phone line (512-471-3333) or online at TexasBoxOffice.com and designated for Will Call may be picked up at the UT Athletics Ticket Office located in Bellmont Hall (Mon.-Fri., 9 a.m.-4 p.m.) or the Frank Erwin Center Red River entrance (Mon.-Fri., 10 a.m.-6 p.m.) from the time of purchase until noon the day of the event.
On match day, Will Call is located at the Mike A. Myers Stadium box office at Gate 4. Will Call opens one hour prior to match start time. To pick up tickets in Will Call, the person picking up the tickets must bring the credit card used to purchase the tickets along with a driver's license. In addition, the name on the credit card must be the same as the person picking up the tickets.
Youth clinics
After matches on Aug. 26 and Oct. 14, Texas Soccer will hold FREE youth clinics on the field at Myers Stadium for all children in attendance 8th grade and under.
Youth scrimmages (see Texas Soccer Experience Packages)
YouTube (see Social media)
