HILO, Hawai'i -- Basketball season is nearly upon us with men's basketball kicking off their home opener against Simpson (Calif.) Friday, Nov. 12 in the Afook-Chinen Civic Auditorium. Vulcan Athletics is thrilled to have fans back in the gym and is looking forward to creating a safe environment for all.

The county of Hawai'i has approved up to 500 fans to attend basketball games - under the following conditions.

1. All attendees must provide proof of vaccination upon entry.

To attend a UH Hilo sporting event, spectators must be fully vaccinated. A minor under the age of 12 may attend with a parent/legal guardian (masking required). A person is considered fully vaccinated for COVID-19 when more than two weeks has passed since receiving the second dose in a two-dose series, or when more than two weeks has passed since receiving a single-dose vaccination. 

It is preferred and strongly recommended that all fans planning on attending the event download the LumiSight UH app which is is available for free on the Apple App Store and the Google Play Store. It is also available on the LumiSight UH website for those without access to a suitable mobile device, or those who prefer not to download the mobile app.The LumiSight UH app will ask guests to upload their vaccination card and fill out a quick assessment of their current state of health. For more detailed instructions on how to use LumiSight UH continue reading.

Once you have completed the LumiSight UH app questionnaire and uploaded your vaccination card, the front page will read "You are clear to come on campus" which you will then show the UH Hilo representative at the front entrance. The LumiSight UH app will validate your vaccination card, so you do not need to bring the hard copy with you.

It is best to upload your vaccination card to the LumiSight UH app at least three days before to the game. This way the app has time to verify your vaccination card prior to game day. 

If you are incapable of downloading the LumiSight UH app, you must bring your vaccination card with you. Your hard copy will be checked upon arrival. 

2. Masks must be worn at all times.

Spectators must wear face coverings at all times with the exception of removing their face covering to briefly drink or eat. 

3. Fans must physically distance themselves from other parties.

Ticket Prices 

Tickets will be sold at the door for cash only, guests will be able to choose from general admission and reserved seating. General admission ticket prices are $10 for adults, $5 for senior citizens (65+) and $5 for middle/high school students. UH Hilo and HCC students will be admitted free of charge when they show their valid student ID. Reserved seating ticket prices are $12 for adults, $6 for senior citizens (65+) and $6 for middle/high school students.

Games will continue to be livestreamed. To find the livestream link head to the basketball schedule on game day and it will be available next to the game. Livestream links will be posted 1-2 days before the game. 

Mahalo for your kokua.