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FAN BEHAVIOR & EXPECTATIONS

Requirements of Attendees

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FAN SPECTATOR GUIDE:

https://www.mshsl.org/sites/default/files/2026-03/2026-boys-basketball-spectator-guide_0.pdf



Prohibited Items

• Flags, whiteboards, large signs on sticks, signs with vulgar, obscene or inappropriate language or images, or that obstruct the

views of others or similar items

• Balloons, confetti, glitter, baby powder, pom poms or other similar celebratory items

• Artificial noise makers (i.e., megaphones, cowbells, sirens, whistles, thunder sticks and other similar items)

• Drones and laser lights

• Firearms or other weapons

• Vapes, alcohol, tobacco, cannabis or illicit drugs



The following are prohibited at MSHSL postseason events. These may be prohibited as determined by the venue during the regular season:

•Backpacks and other bags •Outside food and drink

•Professional cameras and tripods •Pets



Dress Code/Attire

• Spectators may not wear masks or costumes that limit the ability to identify individuals. Masking for medical purposes is allowed

• Spectators must wear clothing that covers the torso

• Clothing worn must not be vulgar, obscene or inappropriate



Behaviors

• No one may interfere with the contest in any way

• Only members of the official squad may be on the contest surface

• The use of appropriate language is always expected. Profanity, negative chants, booing, trash talk, name calling, personal attacks or other acts of disrespect are unacceptable

• Respect the Flag and the National Anthem

*Venues may have additional requirements and prohibited items.

*For most contests, spectators may bring cameras, including cell phones, that are basic point and shoot, consumer-grade cameras without detachable lenses. The lens may be no longer than two inches. Spectators should confirm restricted items for contests with