Effective immediately, the Drake University Athletic Department will implement a clear bag policy at all Drake Athletics home games and matches. This policy regulates the size and type of bag that may be carried into all Drake Athletics facilities during the 2023-24 year to create a safer event environment and experience for all fans in attendance. The policy will not be enforced at off-campus facilities such as James W. Cownie Soccer Park.
 
Fans are encouraged to familiarize themselves with the new policies before arriving at venues to minimize time at security checkpoints.
 
This policy is consistent with many of the venues in the Missouri Valley Conference and other non-conference venues Drake will compete at throughout the season.
 
Drake Athletics season ticket holders will be provided one clear bag per account, and a limited number of bags will be available for sale as the 2023-24 competition season begins.

Additionally, the Bulldog Shop has approved bags available for purchase online.
 
Bags that are approved include:

• Clear tote bags made of plastic, vinyl or PVC that do not exceed 12″ x 6″ x 12″
• One-gallon clear plastic zip-style bags
• Small purses or clutch bags that do not exceed 5.5″ x 8.5"
• Medical or diaper bags – diaper bags must be accompanied by a child

Bags that are not permitted include:

• Backpacks 
• Printed or tinted plastic bags
• Cinch or drawstring bags
• Camera or binocular cases
• Large purses or bags

A full list of items prohibited in any athletics venue can be found here.