MADISON, Ala. — Madison City Schools is making their final preparations ahead of a big annual event - the Madison Bowl, otherwise known as the match-up between football rivals Bob Jones High School and James Clemens.
The game will be held, as always, at Madison City Stadium, with an estimated 5,000 to 7,000 fans and spectators due to watch the game.
Superintendent Ed Nichols communicated a list of policies and security measures being taken at the stadium and during the game. While many of the guidelines remain as they always have been, there are changes spectators need to be aware of due to new traffic patterns, stadium changes and campus reconfigurations.
The list of guidelines is as follows:
MADISON CITY STADIUM GUIDELINES
Only small purses, diaper bags, and medical bags are allowed to be brought into the stadium. We currently do not have a clear bag policy, and spectators with oversized bags may be denied entry.
All bags on MCS property are subject to search.
No knives, guns, or any other weapons are allowed on MCS property.
Tobacco, drugs, alcohol, and vaping devices are prohibited on MCS property.
Spectators must keep walkways in the stadium seating area clear. Private security guards will assist in keeping the elevated walkways and railings clear.
Spectators (including children) are not allowed to run or play with balls inside the stadium.
Spectators will not be allowed field access without the appropriate credentials.
The fenced area around the flagpole (south end zone) will now be closed to spectators.
Spectators who leave the stadium will have to repay admission in order to return into the stadium.
MCS students attending games are subject to the MCS Code of Student Conduct.
We strongly encourage parents of elementary and middle school students to attend the game with their children. If not, please ensure an adult at the game will serve as an emergency contact for your child.
Spectators are asked to be respectful and follow stadium guidelines. Those who cause problems will be asked to leave the stadium/property and not given a refund or allowed to return.
PARKING & GATES
Access to the stadium parking lot on game day will not be allowed until after 4PM, gates open at 5:15PM.
Spectators can access the stadium using Celtic Drive, Shorter Street, or the south entrance on Garner Street.
Additional parking will be available in the grass area east of the stadium behind the visitor bleachers.
At the conclusion of the game, outbound traffic will be given priority and inbound traffic may not easily access the stadium so please plan accordingly.
