WSU cleared to sell beer and wine at football games with added safety measures
Sep. 1—OLYMPIA — Washington State University can continue selling beer and wine at home football games after a unanimous decision by the state liquor and cannabis board. The board voted Tuesday to extend a pilot program between the university and Aramark for one more season, after which it could either extend the program again or approve a more permanent agreement. The board initially approved ...
Washington State University (WSU) has received approval from the state liquor and cannabis board to continue selling beer and wine at home football games. This decision comes after a unanimous vote by the board, which extended a pilot program between the university and Aramark for another season. The agreement, initially approved last fall, allows for an expansion of the alcohol-free zone within Gesa Field to include the entire north grandstand and adjacent concourse of the stadium.
WSU will modify alcohol service pregame at Rogers Field, while Aramark will focus on reducing the areas where alcohol can be sold and implementing initiatives to improve training and student conduct. The board will also be monitoring entry gates for intoxicated fans or those attempting to bring alcohol from outside the stadium, as well as looking for fans who throw objects onto the field during games.
WSU and Aramark have agreed to address concerns about alcohol control requirements, responsible liquor sales, and underage drinking.
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