The University of Texas at Austin Athletics
Tennis Fan Guide
ADA accommodations (see also Fan Services)
- Animals: Certified service animals or service animals in training for guests with disabilities are welcome at the Texas Tennis Center. All service animals must remain on a leash or in a harness at all times. No other animals are allowed in the facility.
- Parking: ADA parking is available in the East Campus Garage as space is available.
- Restrooms: Disabled accessible stalls are located in the men's and women's restroom inside the Texas Tennis Center.
- Seating: Disabled seating is located in the main grandstands of the Texas Tennis Center.
Automotive assistance
Before, during and after the match, contact the UT Police Department at 512-471-4441 for dead battery and locked car assistance.
Bag searches
(see also Prohibited items)
Banners
(see also Prohibited items) Banners are not allowed in the facility.
Binoculars
Binoculars and their cases are permitted in the facility, subject to inspection at all entrances.
Broadcasts
- Television: Information on Texas television broadcasts can be found at TexasSports.com.
Cameras/Video cameras
Cameras, other than professional cameras with detachable lenses, are allowed in the facility. No flash photography is allowed. Video cameras are permitted inside the facility. Patrons must film from their seat.
Camps
For more information on Texas Tennis camps, visit the Texas Sports Camps information page.
Clear bag policy
A clear bag policy is in effect at all Texas Athletics venues on the Forty Acres.
Approved bags include:
- Bags that are clear plastic and do not exceed 12" x 6" x 12"
- One-gallon clear resealable plastic storage bags
- Small clutch bags or purses do not have to be clear but cannot exceed 4.5" x 6.5".
Prohibited bags include:
- Purses
- Diaper bags*
- Cases (camera, binocular, etc.)
- Backpacks
- Fanny packs
- Printed pattern plastic bags
- Reusable grocery totes
- Mesh or straw bags
- Duffle bags
- Large totes
*Items normally carried in a diaper bag must be put into a clear plastic bag for venue entry.
Code of conduct (see also Alcohol, Smoking policy, Standing room only, Prohibited items and Weapons)
The NCAA and The University of Texas promote good sportsmanship by student-athletes, coaches and spectators. We request your cooperation by supporting the participants and officials in a positive manner. Spectators are reminded that they are prohibited from entering the playing area. Negative comments directed at officials, student-athletes, coaches or team representatives are grounds for removal. The NCAA, the Big 12 Conference and The University of Texas thank you for your cooperation.
Donation requests
Requests for autographed items for nonprofit/charitable purposes must be submitted to the Texas Longhorns Official Team Shop. For more information, refer to the Texas Athletics donations/autograph policy.
E-newsletters
Texas Athletics offers fans several choices to receive official updates and other timely news. Visit the Texas Communications page on TexasSports.com to sign up.
Elevator
The elevator is located on the east side of the Texas Tennis Center on the ground level.
Emergency
For any emergency at the Texas Tennis Center, including medical emergencies, notify the nearest stadium operations staff.
Evacuation
In the event of an emergency, staff will utilize the public address system to inform patrons of the situation and any instructions as applicable. All exits and emergency exits in the facility are clearly marked.
Facilites
First aid/EMS
If you are in need of medical attention, please contact the stadium operations staff, or notify the nearest usher.
Gates open
For the general public, gates open 60 minutes prior to the start of the match.
Hotels
Information about Austin hotel accommodations can be found at the Austin Convention & Visitors Bureau website.
Learfield IMG College/Longhorn Sports Properties
Learfield IMG College is Texas Athletics' multimedia rights vendor, which does business in Austin as Longhorn Sports Properties (LSP). LSP produces and delivers conventional over-the-air radio, with Austin Radio Network's affiliate 104.9 FM "The Horn" serving as flagship station. LSP also represents all corporate sponsorship sales for Texas Athletics and the Frank Erwin Center, including those elements appearing in signage, gameday publications, consumer and retail promotions, and video. For more information about advertising, sponsorships or promotions, contact Learfield IMG/LSP at 512-478-1833.
Longhorns Kids Club
The UFCU Longhorns Kids Club is for children in 8th grade and younger. Members receive free admission to select events (excluding football), a T-shirt, membership card, and more! For more information about the UFCU Longhorns Kids Club, visit the LKC website.
Lost and found
During the match, lost items should be reported to an usher. After the game, call 512-471-4441.
Lost children
Lost children should be reported to the nearest stadium operations staff.
Match dates and times
Texas Tennis match dates and times are subject to change. In the event a match date or time change should occur, the information is immediately posted on TexasSports.com and also communicated through the local media.
Mobile app
The official Texas Longhorns mobile app features customizable content for fans following their favorite team! Available in both the Apple app store (iPhone) and Google Play market (Android), the mobile app features:
- Longhorn Moments experience upgrades
- Live audio for select events
- Live social media content from Twitter and Instagram for every sport
- Stadium maps with seating diagram, concessions locations and more
- Schedules, rosters, and team information for all sports
Noisemakers
Big 12 Conference and NCAA rules prohibit artificial noisemakers from being brought inside the facility. This includes, but is not limited to, all horns (including air horns), cow bells and whistles. Prohibited items will be confiscated.
Parking
- Public parking for the Texas Tennis Center is available in the East Campus Garage located at 1200 E. Martin Luther King Jr. Blvd.
- ADA parking for The Texas Tennis Center is available in the East Campus Garage on a space-available basis.
Prohibited items
Texas Athletics is committed to maintaining a safe and enjoyable environment for all fans, staff, players, and coaches. This Prohibited Items list is subject to change.
- Artificial noisemakers (bells, horns, kazoos, whistles, etc.)
- These items can cause distractions for participants and officials in the game.
- Non-clear bags and clear bags larger than 12" x 6" x 12" (See Clear Bag Policy)
- Brooms, banners, flags, flag poles, signs, umbrellas, etc.
- Cameras with detachable lenses greater than 10", video cameras and tripods
- The sale of images of current student-athletes is against NCAA rules and risks the eligibility of Texas student-athletes. Additionally, any commercial use of photos of UFCU Disch-Falk Field, campus landmarks, or identifiable campus elements is prohibited without the prior written approval of the University.
- Coolers
- Explosive and flammable materials, disabling chemicals and other dangerous items
- Food
- Snacks needed for medical purposes are allowed.
- No other outside food is permitted.
- Water: One sealed (soft plastic) bottle of water (up to one liter) is permitted. No other outside beverages or beverage containers are permitted (including Yeti or similar products)
- Free water fountains are available to refill.
- Should you need water or hydration support, our St. David’s EMS partners can assist you.
- Items deemed a safety hazard or annoyance (Frisbees, balloons, projectiles, laser pointers, fireworks, firearms, weapons, etc.)
- Pets (except service dogs)
- Only service dogs are allowed into the stadium. Any other type of animal is not permitted.
- Texas Athletics operates under the same rules and regulations as the UT Austin campus. As such, we only permit service dogs into our venues.
- The service dog should be wearing identifiable attire and be harnessed or tethered in some fashion.
- Strollers
- Use of tobacco products, including e-cigarettes and smokeless cigarettes/tobacco
- The University of Texas became a tobacco-free campus in 2012. The use of any tobacco products -- including e-cigarettes and smokeless cigarettes/tobacco -- is prohibited in university buildings and on university grounds within the state of Texas, including parking areas and structures, sidewalks, walkways, and university-owned buildings.
- Weapons
- The Campus Carry law (S.B. 11) does not pertain to sporting events on campus. No weapons of any kind are permitted in Texas Athletics sporting events. For full details on Campus Carry, visit UTexas.edu.
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Texas Athletics will allow 3.4 oz. individual-sized hand sanitizer bottles, sanitary wipes, and all applicable medical exceptions for the 2021-22 season.
Radios
Hand-held and pocket-sized portable radios are allowed in the facility. Please be considerate of other patrons and use an earpiece or headphones to listen to your radio.
Rain delays
In the event of a rain delay, check TexasSports.com to find out when the match will resume or be moved.
Restrooms
Men's and women's restrooms are located inside the Texas Tennis Center
Schedules
Seating
The Texas Tennis Center has an official seating capacity of 1,200.
Security (also see Prohibited items)
- Suspicious activity, disruptive patrons and guest-related problems should be reported to stadium operations staff immediately. Uncooperative patrons showing disregard for other patrons, the facility or the teams may be ejected from the facility. Intoxicated fans will not be allowed into the facility. An ejected patron will not be allowed to return for the remainder of the match. Re-entry by an ejected patron is grounds for arrest.
- You and your belongings may be searched upon entry into the stadium. By tendering your ticket and entering the facility, you consent to such searches and waive any related claims that you might have against The University of Texas. If you elect not to consent to a search, you will not be allowed into the facility.
- To report an incident in your seating area, please notify the nearest stadium operations staff at the entrance nearest to your seat. After the game, please email questions@athletics.utexas.edu with all match day-related questions or concerns.
Smoking policy
In accordance with University policy, smoking is not permitted anywhere inside the Texas Tennis Center.
Social Media
- E-newsletters: UT Athletics offers fans several choices to receive official updates and other timely news. Visit the sign-up page at TexasSports.com.
- Facebook: Texas Longhorns is the only official Facebook Page of Texas Athletics. Like us at Facebook.com/TexasLonghorns.
- Twitter: Follow Texas Longhorns at Twitter.com/TexasLonghorns. Follow Texas Men's Tennis at Twitter.com/TexasMTN and Women's Tennis at Twitter.com/TexasWTN.
Solicitation
The University of Texas does not permit unauthorized soliciting or collecting of contributions, vending, distribution of fliers or other promotional/advertising materials on University of Texas property.
Special announcements
Special announcements on the public address system and scoreboard are limited to medical and police emergencies. The Texas Tennis Center does not announce or display birthday, anniversary or other personal messages on the public address system or scoreboard.
Telephone numbers
- Tickets: 800-982-BEVO (2386) or 512-471-3333
- Emergency/UT Police Dept.: 512-471-4441
- Lost and Found: 512-471-6230 (or email lostandfound@athletics.utexas.edu)
- Longhorn Foundation: 512-471-4439
- Texas Longhorns Official Team Shop: 512-476-3535
TexasSports.com
The official website of The University of Texas Athletics.
Texas Longhorns Official Team Shop
Shop online at Shop.TexasSports.com or at one of two locations in Darrell K Royal-Texas Memorial Stadium during standard business hours. The west side store entrance is in Bellmont Hall on San Jacinto Dr.; the east side store entrance is in Reece M. Rowling Hall on Robert Dedman Dr. next to the entrance to The University of Texas Club. Major credit cards are accepted at the Team Shop.
Tickets
Admission is free for all Texas Tennis matches. For postseason ticket information, please refer to TexasSports.com.
Video cameras
Video cameras are permitted in the facility, but fans must shoot video from their seats.
Water fountains
Water fountains are located inside the Texas Tennis Center on the ground level.
Weapons
No weapons of any kind are permitted in The Texas Tennis Center or any designated UT venue. This policy includes weapons used by off-duty law enforcement officers. Firearms must be secured at either the UT Police Department (corner of Robert Dedman and Clyde Littlefield drives) or within an individual's vehicle.