September 11, 2021 | 11:30am
Army returns to Michie Stadium for the home opener following a 43-10 victory over Georgia State to host the Western Kentucky Hilltoppers.
Fans are encouraged to arrive early, ALL fans 18 and older must present a valid ID to enter West Point.
As a reminder, mobile ticketing has been implemented for all Army West Point ticketed events. Click here to learn more with Mobile Ticketing 101.
Fans attending the game WITHOUT* an advance parking pass, must enter through Washington Gate (917 Washington Road, West Point, NY).
*ADA and wheelchair accessible parking and bus transportation is available by entering Stony Lonesome Gate and parking in H Lot. Fans requiring this assistance DO NOT need an advance parking pass for parking in H Lot. H Lot is available for transportation to the parade ground and to Gate 1 and Gate 5 of Michie Stadium (1 Stony Lonesome Road, West Point, NY).
COVID-19 & Michie Stadium Entry Requirements
Fans who are fully vaccinated are NOT required to wear a mask when outdoors at West Point.
Current Department of Defense (DOD) and West Point policies require all individuals, regardless of vaccination status, to wear a mask when indoors at all facilities except when actively eating or drinking. At Michie Stadium, this includes the Hoffman Press Box, Kimsey Club, FEN Lacrosse Center suites, elevators and restrooms.
All individuals who have not been fully vaccinated must also wear masks outdoors at all times except when actively eating or drinking.
Anyone with a COVID-19 diagnosis within the previous 10 days, or any symptoms suggestive of COVID-19, or a recent close contact with an individual known to be positive for COVID-19 should not come to the stadium. These policies will be constantly evaluated and any changes will be communicated.
IMPORTANT INFORMATION
WEATHER FORECAST: Mostly Sunny, High 78F (Updated 9/7)
PROMOTIONAL EVENTS:
Branch Week, Salute to HeroesDIVISION INSIGNIA: 10th Mountain Division
PARKING LOTS: Open at 5:30am - Gameday (non-reserved) general parking MUST enter through WASHINGTON GATE. See below for full parking information.
TICKET WINDOWS OPEN: Day of game and the pre-paid ticket will call windows open at 9:00am. The pre-paid ticket window is located at the ticket office at Gate 3 of Michie Stadium. This window is for fans that have purchased tickets within 10 days prior to the game, or have made other arrangements in advance.
Player Guest Ticket Window - Opens at 9:30am (Gate 3 Ticket Office)
Visiting Team & Recruits Ticket Window - Opens at 9:30am (Holleder Center Ticket Office)STADIUM GATES: Open at 9:30am.
GUEST ASSIST: By using the Guest Assist Text System, you can ask questions about security, traffic, parking, guest service tent locations, and more. You can also report issues, concerns, and emergencies. Text the word KNIGHTS to 78247.
GAME NOTES - Western Kentucky: Click Here
2021 MEDIA GUIDE: Click Here
TV: CBS Sports Network
LISTEN: Varsity Network App.
CARRY-IN/BAG POLICY
In order to increase safety and security measures, a bag policy for Michie Stadium is in effect, mirroring policies enacted by the NFL and many other collegiate venues.
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PARKING & SHUTTLES
Please enter the gate shown on your parking pass. Fans attending the game WITHOUT an advance parking pass, must enter through Washington Gate (917 Washington Road, West Point, NY). **ADA and wheelchair accessible parking and bus transportation should enter through Stony Lonesome Gate. (Parking available in H Lot)
5:30am - PARKING LOTS OPEN
7:00am - SHUTTLE BUSES START
9:30am - STADIUM GATES OPEN
NOTE: Shuttle bus transportation ends 90 minutes following the completion of the game.
Parking Pass Gates to Enter:
Green Passes: Enter Thayer Gate (674 Thayer Road, West Point, NY)
Red Passes: Enter Stony Lonesome Gate (1 Stony Lonesome Road, West Point, NY)
Blue Passes: Enter Washington Gate (917 Washington Road, West Point, NY)
Gold Passes: Enter Washington Gate (917 Washington Road, West Point, NY)
General Public (Day of Game Parking) should enter through Washington Gate.
Click Here For Additional Information on Parking and Shuttles Or Scroll Down For Maps
PARKING PASS COST
On Gameday: $25
Advance Purchase: $20
Credit and debit card payment is accepted on gameday
Print at Home Parking must be printed to be displayed on your vehicle’s dashboard on gameday
GAMEDAY EVENTS TIMELINE
8:30am - CADET REVIEW: One of the time honored traditions of a West Point gameday, a full-dress cadet parade takes place on “The Plain” three hours prior to kickoff (weather permitting) for every home game. Arrive early and check out a variety of large-scale military equipment in front of Washington Hall!
8:30am - BLACK KNIGHTS ALLEY OPENS: Black Knights Alley is the fan fest that runs along Mills Road, between Michie Stadium and Lusk Reservoir, featuring live music, inflatables for kids, food and beverage, face painting, interactive sports, tailgate show, and more.
9:30am - BLACK KNIGHTS WALK: The football players, Rabble Rousers, band and coaches will walk from Gate 3 of Michie Stadium down to the locker room. Line up along Black Knights Alley to cheer on the Black Knights as they enter the stadium for gameday.
11:05am - CADET MARCH-ON/NATIONAL ANTHEM: Approximately 30 minutes before kickoff, a Cadet Regiment marches on the field, and the USMA Band performs the National Anthem.
11:15am - PARACHUTE DEMONSTRATION: A fan favorite, look skyward as West Point Cadets jump from a helicopter and land minutes later on the field as they parachute in the official game ball approximately 15 minutes before kickoff (weather permitting).
11:30am - KICKOFF: At 11:30am, the Black Knights take on the Hilltoppers of Western Kentucky University!
HALFTIME: The West Point Band takes the field of Michie Stadium to perform!
