BUCCANEERS ENCOURAGE FANS TO ARRIVE EARLY

In a continuing effort to ensure the safety of fans at Buccaneer games in response to the tragic events that occurred in our nation on September 11, 2001, the Tampa Bay Buccaneers encourage all fans to arrive early for all home games.

"Because of the tragic events in our country, Raymond James Stadium's security policies are being reviewed on a continuing basis," said Director of Public Relations Jeff Kamis. "Those procedures could result in longer delays, and fans are encouraged to arrive even earlier than normal to avoid those delays."

Security and safety for guests, employees and players at Raymond James Stadium has always been the top concern. The heightened security, along with numerous detectable and non-detectable security measures already in place, will further ensure the personal safety of everyone in and around the stadium.

Parking lots will open four hours before kickoff, while stadium gates will open 90 minutes prior to gametime. Please remember the following items that are prohibited and the items that are allowed.

ITEMS PROHIBITED

• Umbrellas
• Food, drinks, cans, bottles, glass
• Back packs or large bags
• Coolers
• Video cameras
• Strollers
• Seat cushions
• Weapons/fireworks
• Banners or flags with sticks or poles
• Lasers
• Items that could be missiles or projectiles
• Cameras with lens longer than 12"
• Horns of any type
• Footballs
• Chuckie Dolls

ITEMS ALLOWED

• Ponchos if worn or carried over the arm or in the original factory sealed package
• Blankets/towels if unrolled or unfolded
• Small/handheld radios or TVs with earphones
• Binoculars and cameras
• Banners/flags without sticks or poles
• Empty spray bottle
• Fanny packs
• Diaper bags

PROHIBITED ITEMS WILL NOT BE STORED AT THE GATES, THEY MUST BE RETURNED TO VEHICLES OR THROWN AWAY. THERE IS NO STADIUM RE-ENTRY, IF YOU LEAVE THE STADIUM, YOU WILL NOT BE PERMITTED TO RE-ENTER.