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THANK YOU! As a 2020 football season ticket holder, you have made a significant investment in the lives of our studentathletes, coaches, teams, and campus as a whole. There are few who represent Flames Nation as proudly as you! 2019 was a record year for the Flames Club with over 1,700 members united in the mission of Liberty Athletics: to Train Champions for Christ, provide a world-class student-athlete experience, and achieve victory with integrity. Our win at the Cure Bowl signified the culmination of decades of toil, sweat, and support from not only our football program but also individuals like yourself. If you haven’t joined the Flames Club yet, we ask that you consider the additional investment in champions and championships. You’ll enjoy the best game day parking, seating, and hospitality privileges. Membership begins at just $60. We hope that you enjoy your game day experience at Williams Stadium. Should you have any questions prior to game day, please don’t hesitate to contact us by calling 434-582-CLUB (2582), emailing flamesclub@liberty.edu, or visiting the Flames Club Office in person or online at LibertyFlamesClub.org. Sincerely,

Mike Hagen ’05 Associate AD & Executive Director of Development

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FLAMES NATION, Thank you for your steadfast support during the past few months. This has been a difficult time for us all, but I believe that if we remain tougher together, we will all come out of this better and more prepared for our future. My coaching staff and I can’t wait to get back on the field for our second season here at Liberty. We are looking to build on the Flames’ best season since 2014 and make bowl game appearances a staple of Flames Football. Guiding this team to its first bowl victory last season was one of the highlights of my coaching career, and I was excited to share that with Flames Nation. The Flames Football family continues to grow, with the highest-rated recruiting class ever headed to campus in the fall. Our future continues to burn bright. The excitement is greater than ever for the upcoming season, and we look forward to seeing you in the Williams Stadium stands cheering us on. Thank you again for your tremendous support!

Your Head Football Coach,

Hugh Freeze

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WILLIAMS STADIUM POLICIES FAN CODE OF CONDUCT Liberty is committed to creating a safe, comfortable, and enjoyable fan experience. When attending an event, you must refrain from: • Behavior that is unruly, disruptive, or illegal • Intoxication or other impairments that result in irresponsible behavior • Foul or abusive language or obscene gestures • Interference with the progress of the event (including throwing objects onto the field) • Failing to follow the instructions of event personnel • Verbal or physical harassment of athletes, officials, fans, or event personnel Attendees are responsible for their conduct. Event staff will promptly intervene to maintain an environment where fans can enjoy the game free of disruptive behavior. Attendees who violate these rules may be subject to ejection without refund and loss of ticket privileges for future events.

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All guests entering Williams Stadium will be required to pass through a metal detector and must have a valid ticket to gain admission to a Liberty Football game. Children ages 2 and under are not required to have a ticket. However, they must sit on the lap of an adult. Banners, signs, and flags are allowed into Williams Stadium as long as they do not impede another spectator’s view of the game and are not covering any venue signage. Liberty University Athletics Game Management reserves the right to remove any banner, sign, or flag that is in violation of this code.

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Elevators are located on the west side of Williams Stadium in Carter Tower and are available to individuals with eligible Flames Club premium area tickets and credentialed staff only.

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Gates open 90 minutes prior to kickoff. All ticketed guests can enter through Gates 1, 4, and 5. Suite and Club level ticket holders will be allowed entry through Gate 3 and any other public gate.

• Fan Fest gates open two and a half hours prior to kickoff. Access to the stadium will not be allowed until public gates open 90 minutes before kickoff. • Items prohibited at Williams Stadium include, but are not limited to: 1. Coolers — unless containing medical supplies 2. Fireworks or explosives 3. Outside food or beverages 4. Pets — excluding service animals 5. Umbrellas 6. Weapons (except as allowed by Liberty University Weapons Policy found at Liberty.edu/WeaponsPolicy) • Re-entry is permitted with a valid ticket. Please use the designated exits and have your ticket scanned before leaving.

TICKET INFORMATION • Tickets can be purchased in person or by phone prior to game day, Monday-Friday, 9 a.m.-5 p.m. at the Liberty University Ticket Office or by calling 434-582-SEAT (7328). Avoid the lines by purchasing and printing tickets online through LibertyFlames.com. • Group tickets, corporate events, and birthday parties may be reserved in advance by calling (434) 592-5015. • All Ticket Office windows open at 9 a.m. for 2 p.m. games and 11 a.m. for 6 p.m. games. Tickets can be purchased at the North, South, or East Ticket Booths.

WATER Each guest is allowed to bring one sealed/unopened 1-liter plastic bottle of water into Williams Stadium on game day. Drinking fountains are available throughout the facility.

WILLIAMS STADIUM CLEAR BAG POLICY In an effort to enhance fan safety and expedite entrance to Williams Stadium, Liberty University has implemented a security screening process that includes a clear bag policy. This initiative limits the size and types of bags that can be brought into the stadium by fans. Only clear tote bags that do not exceed 12” x 6” x 12”, 1-gallon plastic freezer bags, and small handheld clutch purses (no larger than 4.5” x 6.5”) will be allowed into Williams Stadium. Liberty Athletics encourages guests to arrive at least 60 minutes prior to kickoff to avoid lines and enjoy the pregame, in-stadium activities.

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Maintaining compliance with NCAA rules and regulations is an important part of Liberty Athletics’ mission to Achieve Victory With Integrity. As a season ticket holder, you play a valuable role in this process. Please take a moment to learn a few key terms and some of the do’s and don’ts to help us to win the right way.

WHO IS A “BOOSTER”? • Donated to the Flames Club • Bought a season ticket in ANY sport • Promoted Liberty’s athletics programs Once someone becomes a booster, they are always a booster!

WHO IS A PROSPECTIVE STUDENTATHLETE? A “prospect” is a student who has started the 9th grade. A younger student can become a prospect if they receive benefits from Liberty and they stay a prospect until they start classes at Liberty or report for practice.

CLEAR BAG POLICY In an effort to enhance fan safety and expedite entrance to Williams Stadium, Liberty University has implemented a security screening process. This initiative includes a clear bag policy that limits the size and types of bags that can be brought into the stadium by fans. The implementation of this measure is intended to enhance public safety while minimizing time spent searching bags at gate security checkpoints, thus easing access into the stadium.

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1. Don’t Recruit! Leave recruiting to the coaches. This includes face-to-face interactions, phone calls, and social media. 2. Don’t Give Your Tickets to a Prospect! Coaches and the athletics staff are permitted to provide tickets to prospects — let them work through the Athletics Department. If you give your tickets away, make sure the recipients know the rules too. 3. No Extra Benefits! An extra benefit is anything not available to prospective students in general. This includes meals, lodging, travel to campus, gifts, and free or reduced services.

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Our Athletics Compliance Team is a resource for our student-athletes, coaches, staff, and you! Contact us any time you have a question, comment, or concern. We understand that every fan’s intent is to help our programs win with integrity, and we are here for your questions. Bert Locklin Associate Athletics Director for Compliance blocklin@liberty.edu | Mobile: (434) 534-1624

Liberty’s clear bag policy fully went into effect for the Flames on Sept. 24, 2016, and will be enforced strictly during the 2020 football season. The policy is consistent with the NFL’s current model. Only clear tote bags that do not exceed 12” x 6” x 12” or one-gallon plastic freezer bags will be allowed in Williams Stadium. In addition, small handheld clutch purses no larger than 4.5” x 6.5” will be permitted. Spectators will also be able to carry other items allowed into the stadium, such as binoculars, cameras, and smartphones.

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By winning the Cure Bowl on Dec. 21, 2019, Liberty became the third team ever to win a bowl in its first year of eligibility. The future is burning bright for the Flames, as they recently signed Head Coach Hugh Freeze to a contract extension that runs through 2024 and entered into an agreement with ESPN events for the 2020-25 bowl cycle that should keep the Flames bowling for years to come.