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UMPD emphasizes safety as fans return to stadiums

By Jack White As students get vaccinated and start returning to stadiums on game days, the University of Maryland Police Department remains adamant about proper safety measures during all campus athletic events.    Two police officers from the UMPD discussed the importance of being prepared for athletic events during a virtual March 29 meeting to inform students and College Park residents about safety. UMPD Capt. … Continue reading UMPD emphasizes safety as fans return to stadiums

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Returning fans’ energy fuels UMD athletes

By Jack White It’s been almost a month since the University of Maryland began to allow fans to cheer on their favorite teams in person again, and the change is sparking excitement among athletes. Having the crowd back in the stands has only amplified and enhanced the game experience, said senior lacrosse player Alex Smith, a criminology and criminal justice double major. “They bring so … Continue reading Returning fans’ energy fuels UMD athletes

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UMD athletes play hard in empty stadiums but crave fans’ energy

By Barbara Ron Nearly a year into the pandemic University of Maryland athletes are just grateful they get to play. But that does not mean they did not miss their supporters during the months playing without spectators. COVID-19 brought about changes in sporting event attendance policies and players said they felt the absence of fans on game days. Student fans were not the only ones … Continue reading UMD athletes play hard in empty stadiums but crave fans’ energy

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