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Rutgers to increase venue capacity for Big Ten games

We are slowly seeing fans back in attendance at sporting events.

The NBA, NCAA Tournament, and beginning on April 1, MLB games will see people in the stands watching live.

On Thursday, Rutgers released a statement saying that fans will be allowed back in attendance during Big Ten games to cheer on their Scarlet Knights.

“Rutgers Athletics, in response to the Big Ten Conference policy announcement on Wednesday, will increase its venue capacities for all remaining 2020-21 Big Ten Conference competitions,” the statement read. “The decision to follow local health guidelines and restrictions was made jointly by the Big Ten Conference Athletic Directors and the Council of Presidents and Chancellors in consultation with university medical experts and the conference office.