University Announces Pause on Ticketed Fans for December 21st and 22nd Basketball Games
12/15/2021 3:47:00 PM | Men's Basketball, Women's Basketball
Dear GW fans,
This week, GW's testing program identified a significant increase in positive COVID-19 cases among members of our university community. While these cases are not severe and vaccination continues to provide strong protection, the university is taking measures to limit the further spread of cases, as according to the CDC, the Omicron variant is spreading more rapidly as compared to other variants.
This decision impacts our home basketball games on Tuesday, December 21st (women's basketball vs. Lehigh) and Wednesday, December 22nd (men's basketball vs. Maryland Eastern Shore) which will now be held without ticketed fans. This decision was made today, effective immediately, and governs all in-person social gatherings and events on campus. However, decisions for subsequent home basketball games have not yet been made.
Tuesday's game can still be seen on ESPN+ at 2pm, while Wednesday's game will be broadcast on NBC Sports Washington and ESPN+ at noon.
This is consistent with our foremost priority of protecting the health and safety of our students, faculty, and staff, as well as guests to campus. We understand the disappointment that this news brings, and we will continue to monitor COVID-19 transmission among our community members and in the region and will update you with more information soon.
Fans holding tickets for next Tuesday's or Wednesday's contest will receive information regarding exchange, donation, and refund options. If you have any questions, please contact the GW Ticket Office at 202-99-GWTIX or tickets@gwu.edu. Thank you for your understanding and support of GW Athletics.
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