As the fast-spreading Omicron variant of COVID-19 spreads around the city, Loyola recently announced changes to the game day experience at Gentile Arena to mitigate the spread of COVID-19 and ensure fan safety — including requiring proof of vaccination and suspending concession sales.
Some fans said the Omicron variant hasn’t impacted their decision to attend games, thanks to Loyola’s new game day health requirements. Joe Hammond, a junior finance major at Loyola, said he believes the health requirements will keep fans safe while still enjoying games at Gentile Arena.
“I think that while Omicron is still very prevalent, I think it is something that we need to take into consideration,” Hammond said.