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High School Football | Texas District 8-4A

Waco High School Tailgating

Tailgating Venue Information

Official Name:
Waco ISD Stadium 
Address:
1401 S. New Rd
Waco
Texas
76711  
Nickname:
WISD Stadium, WISD 
Previous Names:

 
Team President:
Chris D 

How To Get To Waco High School Tailgate

ARRIVING IN WACO ON IH-35 FROM NORTH OR SOUTH
Exit 331 (New Road)
Go west on New Road 0.8 mile

ARRIVING IN WACO ON U.S. HIGHWAY 6 FROM EAST (HOUSTON)
Exit Loop 340/Highway 6
Go south on Loop 340/Highway 6 for 7.3 miles
Road will eventually curve to the west
After crossing over IH-35, exit on Bagby Avenue
Go north on Bagby Avenue 0.6 mile

ARRIVING IN WACO ON U.S. HIGHWAY 6 FROM WEST (CLIFTON)
Exit Bagby Avenue
Go north on Bagby Avenue 0.6 mile

ARRIVING IN WACO ON U.S. HIGHWAY 77 FROM SOUTH (CAMERON)
Exit Loop 340/Highway 6 (Meridian)
Go west on Loop 340/Highway 6 for 3.2 miles
After crossing over IH-35, exit on Bagby Avenue
Go north on Bagby Avenue 0.6 mile

ARRIVING IN WACO ON U.S. HIGHWAY 84 FROM WEST (McGREGOR)
Exit Loop 340/Highway 6 (Robinson/Meridian)
Go east on Loop 340/Highway 6 for 0.7 mile
Exit Bagby Avenue
Go north on Bagby Avenue 0.6 mile

ARRIVING IN WACO ON U.S. HIGHWAY 84 FROM EAST (MEXIA)
Exit Loop 340/Highway 6 (Bellmead)
Go west 0.7 mile to IH-35
Go south on IH-35 for 8 miles
Exit 331 (New Road)
Go west on New Road approximately 0.8 mile

Parking Information

The stadium has 2,000 parking spaces - extra parking adjacent to stadium. There are 26 bus parking spaces for teams and support groups.

Tailgating Policies

Tailgating is a new tradition at Waco ISD Sports Complex and the Athletic Department is looking forward to an exciting time together.  The Athletic Department’s goal is to promote a family-friendly, safe environment for everyone involved.  To enjoy this time together with your friends and family, please follow these guidelines in planning your tailgating event.   

1. Tailgating is allowed only in the designated area located at the North corner of the home parking lot.
2. Tailgating area opens 1:45 minutes prior to kick-off.
3. One car per lined space.
4. Drive lanes and fire lanes must be kept clear at all times for free access of emergency vehicles.
5. Waco ISD Sports Complex is a tobacco free, alcohol-free facility.  These rules apply to tailgaters.
6. Space is claimed on a first-come basis.  Saving spaces is not allowed.  Fans that plan to tailgate together should arrive at the same time.
7. Waco ISD is proud to have fans of all ages, so please supervise your children.  As a consideration to all families and friends, we ask that proper language and judgment be used at all times.
8. Do not leave your valuables unattended.  Security personnel patrol the parking area, but you are responsible for items that are left in your tailgating area.
9. Inappropriate behavior and/or violation of tailgating guidelines may result in the permanent loss of tailgating privileges.
10. All tailgating items must be removed from the property two hours following the completion of the game.  Additional trash receptors will be available.
11. Please keep the grounds beautiful -- Stash your trash.

  • Visiting team fans will tailgate in the South corner of visitor’s parking lot.
  • Ticket booths open 1:30 before game time.


PROHIBITED:  
  • Charcoal open flame grills.  Grills must not be left unattended.
  • Deep fryers or any oil-based cooking or frying.
  • Outside food and drinks are not allowed in the Stadium.
  • No glass containers—use cans, plastic cups or plastic bottles only.
  • Parking on grass.  
  • Overnight parking


Emergency contact:  911.   
Waco ISD Athletic Department:  254-745-2250

Information

Stadium Regulations

Concession Stands & Restrooms
Four concession stands/restroom facilities are located at the four corners of the stadium and are 1400 square feet.
Men's and women's restroom facilities are located at each concession stand. All concession revenues are retained by WISD.

Entry Gates
Four entry gates/ticket booths are located at each corner of the stadium. North/West ticket booths are located on the home (press box) side. South/East ticket booths are located on visitor side.

Dressing Rooms
Dressing Rooms will open 2.5 hours prior to game time.

Ticket Gates
Ticket gates will be opened 1.5 hours prior to game time.
There are no in and out privileges. Reentry requires the purchase of a new ticket.

Press Box
Press Box will open 1.5 hours prior to game time.
Admittance to pressbox is by PASS ONLY. All passes are acquired from stadium manager (Jack Stanley) in advance.
Radio/Press must call in advance to have passes waiting in the elevator lobby with attendant.

Playing Fields
  • No metal cleats may be worn on the turf.
  • Use of tobacco, sunflower seeds, and gum prohibited.
  • Only water can be used on the field. No colored drinks such as Gatorade may be used on the field.
  • Absolutely no glass bottles, cans, or food allowed on the field.
  • All equipment such as training table and fans must have a protective base - make arrangements with the stadium manager.
  • No live mascots are allowed.
  • No cannons, noise makers, or confetti allowed.
  • All run-through signs must be vinyl. DO NOT use painted paper.
  • and props must not mark or scar the field - such as chairs, ladders, etc.
  • Only personnel with sideline passes can be on the field - spectators are not allowed on the field before or after the games.
  • No heaters or gas generators allowed on the field.


Stadium Bleachers
  • Absolutely no climbing over the rails from the bleachers to the field.
  • Spirit signs must be made of vinyl that can be tied to the stadium railing.
  • Taping of signs to any stadium structure will not be permitted.
  • There is ABSOLUTELY NO CROSSOVER by spectators from home side of the stadium to the visitor side of the the stadium or vise versa.


Fieldhouse Patio
  • This area is for team personnel only - all team personnel must have passes.
  • Coaches' and players' families are only allowed in this area following the game.
  • A motorized vehicle will be provided to take field equipment down the ramp to the field. ONLY ADULTS employed by the school may drive these vehicles.

Sponsors


  • Tailgate Camp