KNOXVILLE, Tenn. — As the 2021 Tennessee Baseball campaign approaches, fans will be met with new changes at Lindsey Nelson Stadium. Fans will be permitted at games, however, ticketing and seating will be reduced to align with state and local social-distancing guidelines for public gatherings. The ticketing process for 2020 MVP and Season Ticket Holders is now complete, leaving a very limited number of season tickets available to the general public this season. Season tickets may be purchased at AllVols.com until capacity limit is met.
Fans with questions about season tickets are encouraged to call the Tennessee Ticket Office at 865-656-1200 or speak to a representative via live chat on AllVols.com.
Before visiting the ballpark this season, fans are encouraged to familiarize themselves with 2021 gameday guidelines and procedures located at gameday central, HERE.
Face coverings (over the nose and mouth) will be required for all fans and gameday staff and must remain in place when entering, moving around and leaving the stadium, as well as any time guests are unable to maintain the recommended physical distance from others who are not in their same household. Fans are encouraged to utilize facial coverings while in their seats if not eating or drinking.
In adherence with the guidelines provided by the Southeastern Conference, a buffer zone has been established, which includes the elimination of the first row of seating in the lower-level of Lindsey Nelson Stadium as well as the Third Base Patios down the left field line.
The fan-favorite Porch area is also subject to capacity limitations. Per policy, every-other Porch will be unavailable for use this season in order to create proper physical distancing between patrons. Each Porch is also limited to 10 total tickets. Porches are extremely limited in availability and are available for purchase by contacting Maggie Coates at 865-974-9579 or mcoates4@utk.edu.
For the 2021 season, the Lindsey Nelson Stadium Playground will be closed, providing an opportunity to introduce a new seating area, The Deck. Fans can enjoy similar amenities to the Porch, but with conveniences to the main grandstand. With a view of right field, each Deck includes 10 tickets, two metal picnic tables, a grill, rocking chairs, and the option to bring in food and beverages, including alcohol. The Deck is available for all 2021 games and can be purchased by contacting Maggie Coates at 865-974-9579 or mcoates4@utk.edu.
Student tickets will be made available on a first-come, first-serve basis until all 80 student tickets have been claimed. Tickets are free for all UT students with an I.D. Students may present their I.D. at the student gate to receive a ticket to the game.
Preseason Notables
After posting a 15-2 record during the shortened 2020 season, the Vols begin their 2021 campaign ranked No. 19 in the Baseball America and D1Baseball.com preseason polls.
UT featured one the nation’s most high-powered attacks last season, leading the country with 180 runs scored while ranking second nationally with 31 home runs. The pitching staff was equally as impressive, ranking fifth in the nation with a 2.00 ERA. Tennessee will be led by an experienced returning core that features four preseason All-Americans in Max Ferguson, Jake Rucker, Connor Pavolony and Jackson Leath.
The Vols home slate features eight weekend series and a host of midweek games, providing fans plenty of opportunities to get out to the ballpark. Tennessee’s SEC home slate is especially exciting and features matchups against four teams that enter the year with preseason top-10 rankings in No. 7 LSU (March 26-28), No. 1 Florida (April 9-11), No. 2 Vanderbilt (April 16-18) and No. 8 Arkansas (May 14-16).
The full 2021 schedule can be found HERE.
-UT Athletics
