Basketball 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: Stabler Arena
Playing Surface: Hardwood
Seating Capacity: 5,600
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 main entrance to Stabler Arena is ADA accessible. Just inside the front doors, to the left is an elevator to take to the second level of the concourse. There are ADA platforms for ADA accessibility.
ADA accessible parking is located in the parking lots adjacent to Stabler Arena and Rauch Fieldhouse.
Alcohol Policy
Alcohol is prohibited at Stabler Arena.
Animals
Service animals and service animals in training are the only animals permitted in Stabler Arena. All other animals are prohibited inside Stabler Arena.
Area Hospitality
Click the links below for a list of local lodging and dining options:
ATM
There is an ATM machine at Stabler Arena located at the west end of the second level near the concessions stand.
Bag Checks
Patrons are encouraged to limit the number of items they bring into Stabler Arena. Bags larger than 12” x 12” x 10” are not permitted with the exception of child care bags.
Concessions
There are concessions sold at Stabler Arena located on the second level of the concourse on the west end.
Lehigh Valley Orthopedic Institute Baseline Club
See the link for information
https://lehighsports.com/sports/2017/1/3/stabler-baseline-club.aspx
Directions to Stabler Arena
Printable Driving Directions:
https://www1.lehigh.edu/about/maps-directions/goodman-directions
GPS Address:
Stabler Arena
124 Goodman Drive
Bethlehem, PA 18015
Drones
Lehigh University does not permit the use of drones at Stabler Arena.
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 at the main doors to Stabler Arena, which is at the West end of the building. Tickets or valid Lehigh ID are required to enter the venue for basketball games.
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 onsite should attention be needed as well as medics.
Game Day Programs
Programs can be found at the program booth in the lobby. Men’s programs are $2.00. We offer Women’s programs for free.
Game Shuttle
A game shuttle for students will depart from the Dialogue Center 30 minutes prior to tip-off and return post game.
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. For group ticket sales, please contact the Box Office at 610-7LU-GAME.
Basketball Group Opportunities
https://lehighsports.com/sports/2020/1/6/basketball-group-opportunities.aspx
Birthday Parties at Stabler
https://lehighsports.com/sports/2020/1/22/basketball-birthday-party.aspx
Lost and Found
All found items and claims of lost items will be in the Stabler Arena main office.
To check if an item was turned in please call 610-758-3770 or locate nearest event venue personnel.
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-game press conference would take place at Stabler Arena immediately following the game. Visiting team players and head coach may be asked to participate.
Merchandise
The official online store of Lehigh University Athletics Merchandise is located at: https://lehighgear.com. The official Lehigh gear store is on the second level of the concourse near the concession stands for in game purchases.
Multimedia/Web Broadcasts
Web Broadcasts: Lehigh University will stream all home games to ESPN+. Fox Sports Radio will broadcast games locally.
Parking
- All game day parking for spectators (visitors, parents, friends, and alumni) is in the Stabler Arena Parking Lots. Spectator parking is not permitted in the back parking lot. The Back Lot is reserved for Lehigh University Student-Athletes, Coaches and game officials only.
- 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 and not permitted to save spaces for future arrivals.
- No parking is permitted along Goodman Drive or on the roadway between Rauch Fieldhouse and Stabler Arena.
- 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 at Stabler Arena: 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 Stabler Arena. Please contact nearest venue attendant to make them aware of your request to re-enter before you exit.
Restrooms
Restrooms can be found on the second level of the concourse. There is a men’s and women’s restroom on both the North and South sides of the concourse.
Rideshare
Uber, Lyft, or Taxi vehicles will be encouraged to pick up and drop off passengers at curb in front of Stabler Arena near the flag poles, located to the South of Ulrich Sports Complex. For any patrons utilizing these services, the patron should direct the driver to Goodman Campus.
Signs
Handheld signs in good taste are permitted at Stabler Arena 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 at Stabler Arena.
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 game 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 on the playing field at any time. Our events management staff has the responsibility to enforce this policy and may choose to eject fans that do not comply.
Tailgating
Note: there are no indoor tailgating facilities available for any groups - Lehigh or Visiting
PARENTS, FRIENDS AND ALUMNI OF LEHIGH UNIVERSITY TAILGATES & RECEPTIONS:
- Parking lots and tailgate areas open two hours prior to tipoff.
- A tailgate is not to last for not more than 1 ½ hours following the end of the competition.
- Tailgating is permitted only in areas where the flow of traffic is not obstructed and must comply with parking regulations. Please limit your tailgate to the area immediately behind your vehicle. Please do not set tables, chairs, or coolers in adjacent parking spaces. No tents or awnings may be erected in parking spaces or in such a manner as to impede the flow of traffic.
- Alcoholic beverages are permitted in the parking areas. Consumption of alcohol by underage drinkers will not be tolerated. Beer kegs and/or excessive quantities of alcohol are not permitted. Alcoholic beverages and tobacco products are not permitted at any competition site due to Lehigh University, Patriot League and NCAA policy (only permitted in designated parking area.)
- Grilling (gas or charcoal) is permitted. Please be sure that hot coals are properly disposed and not placed in trash cans that are provided. Open fires are prohibited.
- Please use the trash & recycling cans provided.
- All athletes should use the locker room facilities immediately at the conclusion of their game and then join the post-game receptions.
- In the event of a medical emergency do not call 911, but call Lehigh Police 610-750-4200. For all non-medical emergencies please see the Athletics Facilities and Event Staff member on duty at the game venue.
VISITING TEAM PARENTS AND FANS TAILGATES & RECEPTIONS:
- As with all tailgating at Lehigh; there are no indoor facilities available in the case of bad weather.
- A tailgate is not to last for not more than 1 ½ hours following the end of the competition.
- All athletes should use the locker room facilities immediately at the conclusion of their game and then join the post-game receptions.
- Tailgating is permitted only in areas where the flow of traffic is not obstructed and must comply with parking regulations. Please limit your tailgate to the area immediately behind your vehicle. Please do not set tables, chairs or coolers up in adjacent parking spaces. No tents or awnings may be erected in parking spaces or in such a manner as to impede the flow of traffic. We ask for your cooperation since space can be at a premium.
- Alcoholic beverages are permitted in designated parking area. Beer kegs and/or excessive quantities of alcohol (wine, spirits and/or beer) are not permitted in the parking areas. Consumption of alcohol by underage drinkers will not be tolerated. Alcoholic beverages and tobacco products are not permitted at any competition site due to Lehigh University, Patriot League, and NCAA policy
- Grilling (gas or charcoal) is permitted. Please be sure that hot coals are properly disposed and not placed in trash cans that are provided. Open fires are prohibited.
- Please dispose of any trash, containers and food items in the appropriate trash or recycling containers which are provided throughout the grounds.
- In the event of a medical emergency do not call 911, but call Lehigh Police 610-750-4200. For all non-medical emergencies please see the Athletics Facilities and Event Staff member on duty at the game venue.
Tickets/Comps
Tickets are required for basketball events. Contact the LU Box Office for more information: 610-7LU-GAME or link below.
https://lehighsports.com/sports/2013/6/4/GEN_0604131513.aspx
Visiting Team Information
PARKING - All team vehicle parking will be available in the Stabler Arena
parking lots, specifically the back lot. A locker room attendant will direct your
team vehicle to the appropriate location. All parking is subject to change as
directed by event staff.
PRACTICE/WALK THRU - If a practice or walk thru would be desired, please
contact Macie Hauck - mah917@lehigh.edu or 610-758-4560 to arrange a time.
LOCKER FACILITIES - Located in Stabler Arena (communicated by your locker
room attendant). The facility will be open 1½ hours game time. A locker room
attendant will direct your team to the appropriate room and will make sure
locker room is secure. Please have your team shower and change directly
following the end of the competition. The locker facilities will be available for
one hour after an 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
Uniforms & Benches - Please contact LU coaching staff to coordinate uniforms. The home team bench is to the left if you are facing the scorer’s table and the visiting team bench is to the right.
VISITING TEAM QUESTIONNAIRE: Please complete this form one week prior to date of scheduled contest: https://lehighsports.com/sb_output.aspx?form=104
