Volleyball Match Day
LINCOLN, NEB. (JOHN COOK ARENA AT THE BOB DEVANEY SPORTS CENTER)
Match Day Information
Floor Entry
Floor-level entry will not be permitted for most patrons this season. Access to floor level will be restricted for all Devaney events — including for teams, properly credentialed personnel, students, and courtside ticket holders. Premium and properly credentialed patrons may access floor level through the North Arena Level, North Concourse, and South Arena Level.
Seating Designations
What was previously known as A/B/C level seating has been renamed to 100/200/300 level seating, with new wayfinding signage throughout the concourse and inside the arena seating areas. Fans should be prepared to follow the new directional signage to find their seating section once inside the concourse.
Seating Changes
- The new 100 level (lower bowl) has been converted from bleacher seating to chairback seating
- Standing-room-only (SRO) areas have been eliminated as part of the renovation
- All seating is now reserved — student seating will be general admission in the lower 100 level on the east end of the court
- New ADA seating areas are available for season ticket holders in sections 204, 206, 218, 219, 221, 222 and 223.
- New premium loge seating and a revamped media area have been added
Concessions Items
Big Red BBQ – Available at Sections 4 & 15
- Courtside Smokestack Classic: Slow-smoked chopped brisket stacked high on a toasted brioche bun with pickled red onions, jalapeños, and BBQ sauce. Served with kettle chips.
- Husker Power Sandwich: A powerhouse combination of tender shredded BBQ pork and sliced pork belly topped with jalapeño slaw and pickled cucumber on a brioche bun. Served with kettle chips.
- Sweet Street Corn Cup: Creamy, cheesy sweet corn blended with fresh jalapeños and finished with cilantro lime crema and queso fresco.
- BBQ Pork Mac & Cheese: Creamy three-cheese cavatappi mac loaded with shredded BBQ pork, finished with smoky BBQ sauce and fresh scallions.
- Chili & Cinnamon Roll: A Nebraska tradition featuring hearty beef chili alongside a warm cinnamon roll, topped with cheddar cheese, sour cream, and scallions.
Cornhusker Crunch Nachos – Available at Section 2 & 15
- Loaded Nachos served in a new souvenir volleyball: Crispy tortilla chips topped with your choice of chopped brisket or chicken carnitas, smothered in queso blanco and finished with pico de gallo, cilantro lime crema, and scallions.
Herbie Burger – Available at Section 2
- Lil’ Red Bacon Jam Burger: A juicy grilled beef burger topped with sweet pepper bacon jam, melted cheddar cheese, fresh tomato, and Calabrian chili aioli on a toasted bun.
- Classic Herbie Cheeseburger: A classic grilled burger served on a toasted bun with all the fixings.
If you need any assistance during the match, please ask any event staff member.
- Accessible Seating Areas – Sections B-7 through B-10 Row 7, Section B-11D, and C-10.
- Elevator – There are two elevators located inside the Devaney Sports Center on the northeast and southeast side of the building.
- Parking – ADA public parking stalls are located on the east side of the Devaney Sports Center on N. 17th St. and in Lot 52 on the south side of the Devaney Sport Center. ADA stalls are sold on a first-come, first-served basis. Public Parking is $8 for Volleyball event days and $15 on Volleyball/Football crossover days up until the start of the Football game.
- Service Animals – service animals are permitted but must be harnessed, leashed or tethered, unless these devices interfere with the service animal's work or the individual's disability prevents using these devices. Assistance Animals (also called Emotional Support or Therapy Animals) are not considered service animals under the ADA. These animals are prohibited from entering all UNL Athletic Facilities.
Assistive Listening System Equipment
Equipment is available inside the Guest Relations Office located in the Hendricks Training Complex Lobby. A valid ID is required for deposit.
A full list of concession options at the Bob Devaney Sports Center can be found here.
Directions:
Lot 50, 53, 54, 57, 58: Enter Nebraska Innovation Campus via Gate 2, which is at the intersection of Salt Creek Roadway and N. 21st Street.
Lot 56: Access from N. Antelope Valley Parkway.
Lot 52, 54, 60: Enter Nebraska Innovation Campus via Gate 1, which is at the intersection of Military Ave. and North Antelope Valley Parkway.
Lot 59: Access from Military Avenue.
Public Parking Info: Nebraska Athletics and the City of Lincoln will be utilizing Waze as an application to reflect ongoing traffic changes and updates. Fans should consider downloading the Waze App to better plan their trip to and from the Devaney Center.
Single-match parking is available for $8 per game this season. Fans are advised to enter specific gates based on parking locations listed below.
- Gate 1: Lots 52, 54, 60
- Gate 2: Lots 50, 53, 55, 57, 58
- Gate 4: Single-match public parking
Buy From Authorized Ticket Sellers
- Only individuals who purchase tickets directly through the Nebraska Athletic Ticket Office can be ensured to enter the event.
- Tickets purchased from other resale marketplaces (Craigslist, Ebay, Facebook, Vivid Seats, etc.) are not guaranteed as valid for entry.
Counterfeit Tickets
- Any counterfeit, invalid or altered tickets will not be allowed to enter the venue.
- The Nebraska Athletic Department has seen an increase in the amount of invalid and fraudulent tickets rejected at the gates on gameday. Here is some helpful information on purchasing University of Nebraska Athletic Tickets.
Where should I purchase tickets and who is an authorized seller?
- Purchase at Huskers.com/tickets, by calling 800-8-BIGRED, in person at the Nebraska Athletic Ticket Office, or at the event.
How do I protect myself from ticket fraud?
- The barcode is the most valuable piece of information on a ticket. Treat and protect the barcode as you would your bank and credit card information. The barcode is all that is needed to duplicate your tickets to use or sell, thus rendering your tickets worthless.
- Buyer beware. When purchasing from an unauthorized seller, you as the buyer are assuming all risk.
What happens if my ticket is invalid at the gate?
- If you experience issues with your tickets at the gate, please see a Nebraska Athletic Ticket Office staff member at the event.
Please contact Nebraska Athletic Ticket Office with any questions concerning ticket protection by calling 800-8-BIGRED or 402-472-3111 or emailing nebraska@huskers.com
Alcohol Sales
Nebraska and Federal Law prohibits the sale of alcoholic beverages to people under the age of twenty-one (21). Therefore, guests are required to show proper identification and proof of age when purchasing alcoholic beverages at the Bob Devaney Sports Center. The number of alcoholic beverages served may be limited to two drinks per person, per purchase. Management reserves the right to refuse service to guests who appear intoxicated or who are disturbing other guests. Alcohol sales will conclude at the start of the 3rd set. We encourage guests to drink responsibly and not to drive after drinking.
Bringing alcoholic beverages into the Bob Davaney Sports Center is prohibited. Intoxicated guests will not be admitted at any time and are subject to ejection from the Bob Devaney Sports Center. Guests may not exit the facility with alcoholic beverages.
Gate Screening/Clear Bag Policy
Nebraska Athletics utilizes walk-through gate screening technology at Memorial Stadium gates. The frictionless technology provides a more efficient screening process and enhances safety for Husker fans.
Only clear tote bags no larger than 12” x 6” x 12” will be allowed into ticketed Nebraska events. One-gallon clear plastic bags and/or small handheld purses (4.5” x 6.5”) will also be allowed to enter. Please see huskers.com/bagpolicy for more information.
Code of Conduct
Nebraska Volleyball along with the Big Ten Conference and NCAA are committed to creating a safe, comfortable, and enjoyable sports and entertainment experience by promoting good sportsmanship through its athletes, coaches and spectators.
We encourage the spectators to support your team in a positive manner while at the same time showing respect to the participants, team personnel, officials and other spectators in attendance.
- Fans can enjoy the volleyball experience free from fighting, throwing objects, attempts to enter the playing field, political or inciting messages and disorderly behavior, including foul, sexist, racial, obscene or abusive language or gestures.
- Fans shall comply with requests from event staff regarding stadium policies and emergency response procedures.
- Fans may carefully return any ball that enters the stands to event staff or a ball kid on the court.
- Fans shall conduct themselves in a lawful manner to avoid incidents in the stadium and in the parking lots.
Ejection Policy
Fans that refuse to follow the direction of the Event Staff or designated security officials, or fail to comply with the Fan Code of Conduct may be subject to ejection without refund, revocation of season tickets and may be in violation of city ordinances, resulting in possible arrest and prosecution.
Emergency and Evacuation Procedures
Please report an emergency to the nearest event staff representative. In the event of an evacuation, please listen to the direction of the Public Address Announcer and/or event staff.
First Aid
The Red Cross provides medical services at the first aid station located in the southwest corner of the concourse.
Gates
Doors open 90 minutes prior to the start of the match. If Nebraska is not playing in the first match, doors will open 60 minutes prior to the start of the match.
Lost & Found
On game day, found items can be located inside the Guest Relations Office in the Hendricks Training Lobby. Items can be claimed during the weekdays by filling at the lost and found form here.
Photography
Limited use of cameras and portable radios are permitted. Flash photography is prohibited. Game action may not be filmed and consideration of other spectators is expected.
Prohibited Items
Outside alcoholic beverages, controlled substances, bags not conforming to the clear bag policy (see bags & bag search), coolers, chair backs, noise makers, glass bottles, cans, video cameras, banners/flags on poles, use of selfie sticks and open umbrellas. Consideration of other spectators is expected. With the passage of the concealed weapons law in the state of Nebraska, Fans are reminded that concealed weapons are not allowed on UNL Campus and are prohibited at all collegiate sporting events. Off-duty law enforcement officers and/or retired law enforcement officers in good standing and properly credentialed are permitted to carry after being inspected and approved by UNLPD. At the discretion of game management, other items are subject to being prohibited.
- Outside alcoholic beverages
- Controlled substances
- Bags not conforming to the clear bag policy
- Coolers
- Chairbacks
- Noise makers
- Glass bottles or cans
- Video cameras
- Banners/flags on poles
- Open umbrellas
- Lawn chairs
Re-Entry Policy
The Devaney Sports Center is a no re-entry facility. Patrons may not exit and re-enter the facility using the same ticket. There will be no exceptions for this policy.
Smoking/Tobacco Use
Smoking is not permitted inside of the Devaney Sports Center. This includes electronic cigarettes or other forms of electronic smoking.
Tailgating
The University of Nebraska promotes responsible tailgating. Please be considerate of those around you. Intoxication can lead to denied entry into the Devaney Sports Center.
Dependent on availability, single game tickets are for sale at the main ticket office at the northwest entrance of the north ramp, lower north arena entrance, and south entrance or online at www.huskers.com/tickets. Devaney Sports Center ticket sales locations will open 90 minutes prior to game time, or if Nebraska is not playing in the first match, doors will open 60 minutes prior to the start of the match. All patrons are required to have a ticket upon entering the Devaney Sports Center.
Children Ticket - $5 lap tickets available for children age 1 and under; must be purchased with child present at ticket office on game day
Media Will Call - Located at northwest concourse ticket windows
Student Tickets - UNL students enter via south entrance. Student seating is located in sections A-3, A-5, A-12 as well as Standing Room Only
Ticket Will Call - Located at northwest concourse ticket windows