Articles Tagged with ''Stadium Security''

Editor's note: the following is a report courtesy of SDM Magazine, http://www.sdmmag.com/articles/91827-us-stadium-security-expert-reacts-to-paris-attacks

When terrorists attacked several locations in Paris last Friday night — including the Stade de France stadium where a friendly soccer match was taking place — U.S. venues immediately took notice.

Violent extremists top of mind, while fans become more accepting of procedures and technology.

The University of Michigan is banning selfie sticks at Michigan Stadium, and drones aren’t allowed in nor around the football stadium.
 

Seven sport security professionals will be recognized for their leadership in addressing safety and security issues as part of the 2015 NCS4 Conference. 

After at least 15 British tourists were killed in the Tunisian beach massacre June 26, Scotland Yard is increasing security measures for the Wimbledon tennis tournament, starting today.

Brazil plans to deploy around 60,000 security forces for the 2016 Olympic Games in Rio de Janeiro.

A total of 8 sports security professionals and 10 facilities will be recognized at the NCS4 Conference and Exhibition, July 6-9 in Orlando, Fla. 

Paul Denton, Chief of The Ohio State University Police Division, and Paul Turner, Director of Event Operations and Security for the Dallas Cowboys and AT&T Stadium, will each be presented the Distinguished Leadership Award during the 2015 National Sports Safety and Security Conference and Exhibition. 

MetLife Stadium, home of the New York Giants and Jets will use walk-through metal detectors at all gates. Unless there are extenuating circumstances, no more wanding or pat-downs.

Two people who claim they were attacked in a U.S. Cellular Field parking lot after a baseball game last year have filed a lawsuit against the Chicago White Sox, claiming the lot did not have proper security.