Swimming and Diving Visitor's Guide
Location: Bethlehem, PA
Founded: 1865
Enrollment: 6,849
Nickname: Mountain Hawks
Colors: Brown and White
Affiliation: NCAA D-I
Conference: Patriot League
Home Venue: Jacobs Pool at Taylor Gym
Playing Surface: Pool
Seating Capacity: 200
President: Joseph J. Helble
Dean of Athletics: Jeremy Gibson
Staff Directory
Please visit https://lehighsports.com/staff-directory for a full listing of the Lehigh University Athletics Staff Directory.
ADA Accessibility and Accomodations
The front entrance (West side of Taylor Gym) and back entrance (East side of Taylor Gym) are ADA Accessible. There are elevators on the North and South wings of the building.
ADA accessible parking is located at the back entrance of Taylor Gym. Limited spots are available.
Alcohol Policy
Alcohol is prohibited inside Jacobs Pool at Taylor Gym.
Animals
Service animals and service animals in training are the only animals permitted in Jacobs Pool at Taylor Gym. All other animals are prohibited inside Jacobs Pool at Taylor Gym.
Area Hospitality
Click the links below for a list of local lodging and dining options:
ATM
There is an ATM machine at Jacobs Pool at Taylor Gym located in the hallway just outside the doors to Jacobs Pool.
Bag Checks
Patrons are encouraged to limit the number of items they bring into Jacobs Pool at Taylor Gym. Bags larger than 12” x 12” x 10” are not permitted with the exception of child care bags.
Concessions
There are no concessions sold at Jacobs Pool at Taylor Gym for swimming and diving meets.
Directions to Jacobs Pool at Taylor Gym
Printable Driving Directions:
https://www1.lehigh.edu/about/maps-directions/asa-packer-directions
GPS Address:
Taylor Gym
641 Taylor St.
Bethlehem, PA 18015
Drones
Lehigh University does not permit the use of drones at Jacobs Pool at Taylor Gym.
Emergency Situations
In the event of an emergency, public address announcements will be made with instructions and the Event Staff will assist in directing patrons to appropriate actions.
Entrances
The entrance for all patrons is located to the West and East sides of the building. Tickets or valid Lehigh ID are not required to enter the venue for Lehigh swimming and diving meets.
Fan Assistance Information
For fan assistance please report to your nearest venue staff.
First Aid
Please contact Game Operations Manager for first aid needs. There are trainers on site should attention be needed.
Group Ticket Sales and Promotions
For group promotions or fan experiences (i.e. youth teams and groups) contact Ryan Dilts ryd223@lehigh.edu 610-758-3769.
Lost and Found
All found items and claims of lost items will be at the scorer's table during the meet and then taken to the Stabler Arena main office post-meet.
To check if an item was turned in please call 610-758-3770.
Media
All media and press pass requests should be made at least ten days in advance through the Lehigh University Sports Media Relations Office. Any accommodations for radio or television coverage should also be made through the Sports Media Relations Office. Any scheduled post-meet press conference would take place at Jacobs Pool at Taylor Gym immediately following the meet. Visiting team athletes and head coach may be asked to participate.
Merchandise
The official online store of Lehigh University Athletics Merchandise is located at: https://lehighgear.com.
Multimedia/Web Broadcasts
Web Broadcasts: Lehigh University will not stream home swim and dive contests.
Parking
- All game day parking for spectators (visitors, parents, friends, and alumni) is in one of the parking decks on the Asa Packer Campus.
- Spectators must park in a legal parking space or in designated areas as directed by parking attendants. Do not block exit ways or fire lanes.
- Parking spaces are available on a first-come, first-serve basis. Patrons are not permitted to save spaces for future arrivals.
- All parking is subject to change as directed by event staff.
- Any illegally parked vehicles are subject to be ticketed and/or towed at the owner’s expense.
- Please lock your vehicle. Lehigh Athletics is not responsible for fire, theft, damage and/or loss of the vehicle or any content.
Prohibited Items
The following items are not permitted in Jacobs Pool at Taylor Gym: air horns (or other noisemakers), alcohol, animals (except service animals), beverage containers, coolers, drones, electronic cigarettes, tobacco, firearms or weapons of any kind, fireworks, food and beverage (with the exception of child care), and laser pointers.
Re-Entry
Re-Entry is permitted at Jacobs Pool at Taylor Gym.
Restrooms
Inside Taylor Gym, on the same floor/hallway that Jacobs Pool is on, there are men’s and women’s restrooms on the left-hand side just down the hall.
Rideshare
Uber, Lyft, or Taxi vehicles will be encouraged to pick up passengers at curb on Taylor St. located on the west side of the building. For any patrons utilizing these services, the patron should direct the driver to Jacobs Pool at Taylor Gym on the Asa Packer Campus.
Signs
Handheld signs in good taste are permitted in Jacobs Pool at Taylor Gym provided they do not interfere with the view of another guest. Signs which are obscene, potentially offensive to others, or which will block views of other guests are prohibited in Jacobs Pool at Taylor Gym.
Sportsmanship
Lehigh University and the Patriot League promote good sporting behavior by student-athletes, coaches, and spectators. We encourage everyone to actively support all participants of the meet and ask that you express your enthusiasm in a respectful and sporting-like manner. Please note that the possession and consumption of alcoholic beverages (and use of tobacco) also are prohibited. Spectators are not allowed to be on the pool deck or in the pool at any time. Our events management staff has the responsibility to enforce this policy and may choose to eject fans that do not comply.
Tickets/Comps
Tickets are not required for swimming and diving events.
Visiting Team Information
PARKING - All team vehicle parking will be available on Taylor St. A locker room
attendant will direct your team vehicle to the appropriate location. All parking is
subject to change as directed by event staff.
LOCKER FACILITIES - Located in Jacobs Pool at Taylor Gym. The
facility will be open 1½ hours prior to meet time. A locker room attendant will direct
your team to the appropriate room and will make sure it is secured. Please have
your team shower and change directly following the end of the competition. The
locker facilities will be available for one hour after the event. Locker rooms are
available for team members and official travel party ONLY.
Sports Medicine Information -
https://lehighsports.com/documents/2019/9/4//LUSM_Visiting_Team_Letter_19_20.pdf?id=4366
VISITING TEAM QUESTIONNAIRE: Please complete this form one week prior to date of scheduled contest: https://lehighsports.com/sb_output.aspx?form=104
