Football 8/28/2025 10:45:00 AM Rodney Kirschner Deputy Athletics Director | Director of Strategic Communications | Sports Information Director

Know Before You Go, Saturday Gameday Information 9.6.25

2025 Southern University Football Know Before You Go Saturday September 6, 2025
Game Day Traffic, Parking, RV/Tailgate, Clear Bag Policy, Stadium Rules, Tickets and Ticket Hours

Southern University Athletics is excited to welcome you to A.W. Mumford Stadium and Pete Richardson Field for the 2025 Southern University Football Season. We are committed to ensuring your game day experience at Southern University is seamless and welcoming.

Southern University Police urges fans to arrive early before kick-off for all Southern University home football games at A.W. Mumford Stadium to help with the ease of traffic flow.
We encourage fans to please download your tickets to your wallet prior to coming to campus, on your mobile devices. Please note the clear bag policy is in place and strongly enforced.

Drivers who park in the paid/reserve lots must have their hang tags visible on the vehicles at all times or risk being towed and/or ticketed. Contraflow may begin earlier than designated if need be. Call the SU ticket office at 225-771-3171 for details.

There are a limited number of game day RV and tailgating spots available, call 225-771-3171 for more info. Individual vehicles will not be allowed to park in RV lots. All motor homes and fifth-wheelers must park in the areas designated for motor homes. If you will be towing a vehicle, you must purchase a parking permit for the vehicle and park it in the designated lot that corresponds to the permit.

DESIGNATED LIMITED MOBILITY PARKING AREAS
Designated limited mobility parking areas will be available on a first come basis. Shuttles will be available in certain areas to bring fans to the stadium. Please see the Limited Mobility/Reserved Lot manifest below and complete list of lots and available shuttle locations:
Across From Bradford Hall
Lot Adjacent to SU Police Department

SOUTHERN UNIVERSITY LIMITED GENERAL ADMISSION GOING DIGITAL & CASHLESS

LIMITED GENERAL ADMISSION PARKING AREAS
Limited General Admission parking is advised to enter through Mills Avenue. Parking is $20 per car.

Traffic onto Harding Boulevard.
- Bradford Hall Parking Lot
- Human Resources Parking Lot
- Parking lot on the Scott's Bluff
- Archives Parking Lot
- Museum Parking Lot
- Law Center Parking Lot
- Mayberry Dining Hall Parking Lot
- Army/Navy ROTC Parking Lot
Traffic onto Swan Avenue.
- The grass area east of Isabel Herson Street.
- The grass area north of the Southern Laboratory practice field.
- The grass area north of Isabel Herson Street.

Traffic onto B. A. Little Dr. from Mills Avenue.
    The grass area to the south of Mills Ave. and west of B. A. Little Drive.
    The grass area to the south of Mills Ave. and east of B. A. Little Drive.
    The parking lot area at the Ashford O. Williams Hall (Agriculture Building)

SOUTHERN UNIVERSITY GAMEDAY EMERGENCIES CONTACT
SUPD: 225-771-2770

SU Ticket Office: 225-771-3171

Fans are encouraged to download the Jag Safe app with anonymous photo and video submissions, mass text and email notifications, real time indoor positioning, and emergency weather alerts, students, faculty and staff can stay informed, protected, and in control of suspicious activity on campus. To Download Jag Safe App, click here

TRAFFIC ON CAMPUS DURING NORMAL TRAFFIC FLOW

HARDING BOULEVARD ENTRANCE
Traffic onto campus by way of Harding Boulevard.
Limited General Admission Parking

The Right Lane of Harding Boulevard is for Decal Reserved Parking Lots:
Lot A - Tony Clayton Plaza (Front Field House)
Lot B - East Side Parking Lot
Lot C - West Side Parking Lot
Lot D - Mini Dome
Lot D-RV - Mini Dome RV Parking
Lot J - Jaguar Park Side Road / Dog Leg (Tailgating)

Limited General Admission Parking Left Lane
The Left Lane of Harding Boulevard is for Decal Reserved Parking Lots:
Lot E - Seymour Gym
Lot O - Media (Behind Stewart Hall)
Lot V - Bethune
Lot U - Union

*Any decal entering the Mini Dome may be allowed to pass through the Mini Dome parking area if it is not Lot D to get their designated decal parking area.

SWAN AVENUE ENTRANCE
Traffic onto campus by way of Swan Avenue will be able to get to reserved lots. * Must show decals upon entering checkpoint:

Limited General Admission Parking Behind Southern Lab School will turn right onto Isabel Herson Drive, near the Southern University Laboratory School, will be available for GA parking

Lot A - Tony Clayton Plaza (Front of Fieldhouse)
Lot B - East Side Parking Lot
Lot Ballentine Plaza - Reserved RV Lot
Lot C - West Side Parking Lot
Lot Corporate Plaza - Pressbox Side Grass
Lot F - Fischer Hall
Lot G - Behind Nursing School
Lot N - Front Nursing
Lot S - Southern Lab

B.A. LITTLE DR. FROM MILLS AVENUE ENTRANCE
Traffic onto campus by way of B. A. Little Dr. from Mills Avenue will be able to get to Lots:
Lot A - Tony Clayton Plaza (Fornt of Fieldhouse)
Lot B - East Side Parking Lot
Lot C - West Side Parking Lot
Lot F - Fischer Hall
Lot G - Behind Nursing School
Lot H - E.C. Harrison (Tailgate)
Lot I - E.C. Harrison / Courtyard (Tailgate)
Lot S - Southern Lab

BUS PARKING
Game day bus parking should enter on Harding and proceed to E.C. Harrison Drive. Parking is $250 for all non-SU Alumni/Booster Clubs.
Traffic on Campus during Contra-flow Traffic

Harding Blvd. Contra-flow Traffic
- All lanes will be inbound.
- Contra-flow traffic will start three hours prior to kickoff or earlier if necessary. For example, for a 6:00 p.m. kickoff contra-flow traffic will start at 3 p.m.

RV / Tailgating Rules
RV / Tailgating on the Baton Rouge Campus begins at 6 a.m. on Gameday until start of the game. Fans and Patron's are strongly urged to adhere to the policies listed below regarding Gameday tailgating policies and procedures.

There is no re-entry once fans (reserved or general admission) enter the SUBR campus after 6:00 a.m. on Saturday. Once the tabs on the parking tags are punched, fans are prohibited from leaving the campus or access any area for drop off.

These policies are intended to ensure the safety of all who enter the Southern University campus. All of the following policies are strictly enforced and tailgating and/or parking privileges are subject to revocation should fans violate these rules and policies.

If anyone violates the below policies they are subject to have there credentials revoked and can possibly face further penalties.

RV / General Tailgating Policies
Parking Pass
All parking tags / decals must be visible at all times, to ensure that the vehicle/tailgate is in the correct space.

Bands & Music
Live musical bands / Disc Jockeys (DJ's) or other live performances are NOT allowed at tailgating sites or on campus without prior approval from Southern University Athletics.

Music (Amplified)
Music must be confined to your tailgate area and speakers must be directed into your tailgate party. All music must be turned off by midnight the night before games and by 2 a.m. after games. Tailgaters are encouraged to contact SUPD at (225) 771-2770 when music from another tailgate party becomes a nuisance.

Caterers
Caterers must have proper parking permits to be admitted to private tailgate areas in reserved lots. Dropping off tailgate orders or supplies without a permit will not be allowed.

Cookers
Cookers on trailers are not allowed in reserved lots, and no cooker at any location on campus may be larger than a 55-gallon drum (23" in diameter x 35" long). Cookers may not be placed in travel lanes or in parking spaces. Cookers may not be placed inside buildings.

Cooking Sites
Policy: Cooking is not permitted under building entrances, patios, covered walks or on any exposed aggregate, ornamental concrete, brick pavers, etc., where grease drippings can stain surfaces. Cooking is not permitted on any of the SU playing surfaces..

Fencing & Flooring
Fans may not erect or remove fencing or barricades of any type (permanent or temporary) on the SUBR campus. Fan may also not setup any temporary flooring anywhere on the SUBR campus or other areas deemed to be sensitive or prone to damage.

Food sales/food vendors
Policy: No food sales or vendors are allowed on campus without approval of Southern University Athletics.

Food Distribution
Companies and individuals may not issue samples or products without being properly licensed by the University and approved by Southern University Athletics. Food, drink, and other items may neither be sold nor given to the general public.

Generators
Portable electrical generators are permitted, but are discouraged. For temporary electrical needs, Southern University recommends the use of battery operated inverters that convert the battery current to house current. These recommended devices do not generate hazardous carbon monoxide emissions, do not require gasoline cans and resultant hazards, and do not create noise that is potentially damaging to hearing and a nuisance to fellow tailgaters. The operation of portable electrical generators that create excessive noise, emission hazards or other safety concerns will not be permitted.

Glass Containers
Policy: Glass containers are not allowed for use during tailgating activities.
Reason: Broken glass can cause a safety hazard, not only for tailgaters, but also for students on campus during the week. This is a particular concern on the Parade Ground and other areas that are used for student recreational activities.

Motorized Vehicles (Go Carts, Etc.)
Policy: Four-wheelers, ATV's, Mopeds, Scooters, Side-by-Side ATV's, Go Carts, Hover Boards and other custom motorized gas vehicles are not permitted on the Southern University campus unless authorized by SU Athletics.

Golf Carts
Golf Carts are allowed on campus during tailgating and gameday activities but must be operated by a license driver.

Political Activity
Policy: Political activity is subject to the same rules that apply to all signage, banners, solicitation, distribution of literature and other non-SUBR activities on the SUBR campus. Distribution of fliers, stickers, buttons, signs, or promotional items is prohibited without approval by SUBR Administration. Contact the SUBR Office of Finance & Administration at (225) 578-3386 prior to game day for information on the approval process. Subject to reasonable restrictions to protect safety and pedestrian access, you may display political signs measuring not more than 2 feet in any dimension within your immediate tailgating area, if you are present at the location at all times and the signs do not block any walkway or other path.

Port-O-Lets
Policy: Individuals may not arrange to bring portable restrooms onto campus. SUBR provides port-o-lets and restrooms in many buildings throughout campus for the convenience of fans. Fans are not allowed to put locks on port-o-lets provided by SUBR Athletics.

Remote-Controlled Aircraft & Drones
Policy: The use and/or operation of remote controlled equipment/cameras/toys/aircraft (including all drones and unmanned aircraft systems) is strictly prohibited on all areas of the SUBR Campus – including Gamedays and during gameday related activities (i.e. Friday game preparations). All grounds and parking lots are considered part of the SUBR Campus.

Sidewalks & Bike Paths
All tailgating activities in this section are not permitted on sidewalks, bike paths and landscaped areas.

Signage and Banners
Policy: Banners and signage recognizing businesses, may not be displayed, nor may promotional/commercial materials be distributed without prior approval by Southern Administration. For non-commercial messages (that is, non-profit or political messages), and subject to reasonable restrictions to protect safety and pedestrian access, small signs, measuring not more than 2 feet in any dimension, may be placed within your immediate tailgating areas, if you are present at the location at all times and the signs do not block any walkway or other path. (also see political activity).

A.W. Mumford Stadium Policies
-No Alcoholic beverages from outside will be allowed inside A.W. Mumford Stadium
-Southern University reserves the right to refuse the sale of alcoholic beverages
-Fans Cannot Store Prohibited Bags & Items Near Stadium Entrances
-All Unattended Items will be Removed & Discarded
-Full details listed at www.gojagsports.com
-All Persons & Items Entering are Subject to Inspection
-No Re-entry – Anyone Leaving the Stadium Must Have a New, Unused Ticket to Re-enter
-Tickets May Not be Re-sold on Stadium Premises & Surrounding Grounds (Including Parking Lots)
-All Persons Must Have a Ticket for Admission – Regardless of Age (children under 2 years old do not need a ticket)
-Smoking & Use of All Tobacco Products (Cigarettes, E-Cigarettes, Cigars, Pipes, Smokeless Tobacco, Snuff, Chewing Tobacco, Vapes, etc.) is Prohibited Everywhere on Southern University's Campus
-In all sports, access to the competition area shall be limited to participating student-athletes, coaches, officials, support personnel and properly credentialed individuals at all times.
-At No time before, during or after a contest shall spectators be permitted to enter the field or playing surface.
-Access to the field is reserved for participating student-athletes, coaches, officials, support personnel and properly credentialed individuals.

Southern University Athletics Clear Bag Policy
In the interest of public safety and to significantly expedite entry into A.W. Mumford Stadium, F.G. Clark Activity Center and Lee Hines Stadium, Southern University Athletics is implementing a clear bag policy to limit the size and types of bags that may be brought in by fans. The University regularly reviews policies and strategies for fan safety. The implementation of this measure is intended to enhance public safety while minimizing time spent searching bags at gate security checkpoints, thus easing access into the stadiums and arena.

The University strongly encourages fans not to bring any type of bags but has outlined what is permissible. Beginning with football, basketball and baseball fans will be able to carry the following style and size bag, package, or container at stadium / arena gates / venue entries:

Bags that are clear plastic, vinyl or PVC and do not exceed 12" x 6" x 12." (Official SU™ or Athletic logos clear plastic tote bags are available on GoJagsGear.com, at the SU Bookstore™, or at merchandise outlets)
One-gallon clear plastic freezer bag (Ziploc® bag or similar).
Small clutch bags, approximately the size of a hand, with or without a handle or strap can be taken into the stadium with one of the clear plastic bag options.
An exception will be made for medically necessary items after proper inspection at a gate designated for this purpose.
An approved logo no larger than 4.5" x 3.4" may be displayed on one side of a permissible clear bag.

Prohibited items include, but are not limited to: purses larger than a clutch bag, briefcases, backpacks, cinch bags, and fanny packs that are not clear and/or exceed the size restriction; umbrellas, strollers, luggage of any kind, computer bags/cases, camera bags/cases; binocular bags/cases or any bag larger than the permissible size.

Fans will continue to be able to carry items allowed into the stadium in a permissible clear bag, such as binoculars and cameras.

Stadium Chair Back Seats should not be any bigger than 17" wide.

Working personnel, including media, will continue to enter the stadium/sporting venues through designated gates where they will be subject to screening and bag inspections already in effect at all stadiums

This policy pertains to bags and is not an all-inclusive list of items that are prohibited from being taken into the stadium.

The following items are prohibited inside A.W. Mumford Stadium, F.G. Clark Activity Center and Lee Hines Stadium:

Alcoholic beverages
Artificial noisemakers (includes Megaphones)
Animals (other than service animals, must have documented)
Cameras with extended lenses
Containers such as coolers
Firearms
Laser devices
Lawn chairs
Mace or Pocket Knives
Outside food and beverage
Oversized Stadium Seats
Strollers
Tobacco products
Umbrellas
Video cameras
Bags that do not comply with the Southern University Clear Bag Policy

Mobile Tickets / Hard Tickets

To improve security, reduce the risk of ticket fraud and for added convenience, all tickets for Southern University Jaguars athletic events can be accessed through a mobile device.

We are encouraging fans to please download your tickets to your wallet prior to coming to campus, on your mobile devices.

Printed tickets from the SU ticket office will work at the entry gates for events.

If you are having any issues or problems with accessing your tickets, please visit the ticket office before gameday. Please see below for ticket office hours and location on gameday.

Print-at-home tickets, will no longer be accepted for entry at any Southern University Jaguars athletic events.

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday-Friday
Regular Box Office Hours of Operation:
Monday - Friday 9:00 am - 4:00 pm

Football Season Hours of Operation:
Monday - Thursday 9:00 am - 4:00 pm
Friday 9:00 am - 6:00 pm
Away Games Friday 9:00 am - 12:00 pm

Alabama State Gameday Hours of Operation:
F.G. Clark Activity Center Ticket Office 12:00 pm - 2:00 pm
A.W. Mumford Northeast Ticket Office 3:30 pm – Halftime of the game

Phone: 225-771-3171 Email: subr_athletics@subr.edu

Southern University 2025 Football Home Schedule

September 6, 2025 (Saturday)	6:00 PM	Alabama State University	Baton Rouge, LA / A. W. Mumford Stadium
September 27, 2025 (Saturday)	6:00 PM	Jackson State University	Baton Rouge, LA / A. W. Mumford Stadium
October 18, 2025 (Saturday)	4:00 PM	Prairie View A&M University	Baton Rouge, LA / A. W. Mumford Stadium	HOMECOMING \| Columbia Blue Day
October 25, 2025 (Saturday)	4:00 PM	Florida A&M University	Baton Rouge, LA / A. W. Mumford Stadium
November 15, 2025 (Saturday)	2:00 PM	Texas Southern University	Baton Rouge, LA / A. W. Mumford Stadium

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