RAPID CITY, S.D. --- South Dakota Mines will be adjusting its fan policy for the upcoming men's and women's basketball games as well as the women's volleyball matches against Rocky Mountain Athletic Conference rivals Black Hills State and Chadron State College.
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For the upcoming doubleheader basketball games, Hardrocker administration will be allowing a limited number of preselected attendees. Each rostered individual (players and coaches) from each school will be allowed to submit two names to be added to an approved spectator list --- and only those on the list will be allowed into the facility.Â
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All fans in attendance will be required to wear face masks and follow all other COVID guidelines. Visiting fans will also be asked to pay admission to gain access to the games and concessions will be available.
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The Hardrocker basketball teams are slated to take on Chadron State on Thursday Jan. 21 at 5:30 p.m. and 7:30 p.m. and then will face the Yellow Jackets on Saturday Jan. 23 in a 5:30 p.m. and 7:30 p.m. tipoff.
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During volleyball season, the 'Rockers play host to Black Hills State on March 12 (7 p.m.) and will square off with the CSC Eagles on March 26 (7 p.m.).
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Fans will not be allowed at any other home contest at this time, but all events will be streamed live for free on the Hardrocker Network by logging onto
www.gorockers.com .
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"We want to thank our loyal Hardrocker fans for their continued support as we keep the health and safety of our athletes and coaches at the forefront," said Hardrocker Athletic Director
Joel Lueken.
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Schedules are subject to change so please check the Hardrockers Athletic website at
www.gorockers.com to confirm dates and times.
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