University of Southern Indiana Athletics

USI Tailgating Guidelines


Screagle Outdoor Refreshment Areas (SORA)

Screagle Outdoor Refreshment Areas (SORA) are designated areas on the University of Southern Indiana campus where approved tailgating activities may take place. USI tailgating guidelines apply exclusively within designated SORA areas.

These spaces are intended to provide a safe, welcoming, and enjoyable environment for students, alumni, families, and fans to gather and participate in gameday activities. All individuals using a SORA area are expected to follow the University’s established tailgating guidelines and any additional event-specific details.

General Tailgating Rules

• Tailgating is permitted at USI home games unless otherwise specified. Tailgating can only take place in the designated SORA areas for the event. 
• Tailgating is permitted three hours prior to game time and must end immediately following the conclusion of the event. 
• Tailgating is permitted only within the designated tailgate lot assigned to the respective sport or event. For example, basketball tailgating must take place exclusively in the designated basketball tailgate lot and may not occur in any other approved SORA area on campus. See tailgating maps below.  
• Tailgating is only permitted at home Soccer, Basketball, Baseball, and Softball games at this time. 
• Must be 21+ years of age to consume and/or possess alcohol. 21+ attendees may bring their own alcohol ONLY in the designated Tailgating area. 
• Walk-ups are FREE admission to tailgating. Only vehicles and reserved spaces have a charge. 
• A $10 fee is required for any non-student vehicle parking in the tailgate lot. 
• A $5 fee is required for any student vehicle parking in the tailgate lot. A student ID must be presented at the time of entry. 
• Tailgating may be prohibited during any OVC post season tournament.
• State laws apply at all tailgating events. 
• Tailgaters are required to clean their areas at the conclusion of tailgating events. 
• Single-service containers only. Kegs are prohibited. 
• Propane grills only; charcoal and wood grills are prohibited. A fire extinguisher must be present with all grills. 
• Maximum tent size: 10 ft x 10 ft, and ONLY permitted in the tailgating area. All tents must be secured using weights; stakes may not be used on campus
• Vehicles must be turned off and cannot idle in the tailgate area.
• Tailgating participants may not disrupt University functions or University-sponsored events or activities.
• University of Southern Indiana and any other associated group(s) are not responsible for any lost, stolen, and/or damaged property and/or belongings of any participating tailgaters. 
 

Prohibited Items

• Fireworks
• Glass bottles or containers
• Bulk alcohol containers
• Fire pits
• Weapons
• Smoking

SORA Locations