In the wake of a record number of ejections and public criticism of fan behavior during last week's USF-Kansas game, the Bulls and the Tampa Sports Authority have implemented several changes aimed to improving the gameday experience of college football fans at Raymond James Stadium.

"The huge majority of our fans are terrific - they enjoy
the games, tailgate with great pride and passion, and treat each other,
as well as visiting teams and their fans, with respect," USF executive associate athletic director Bill McGillis said in a statement. "We do
recognize, though, the need to continually monitor and adjust our
stadium policies and procedures to ensure that we are providing the
very best experience possible for everyone who attends our games."

Among the changes that will take effect at USF's next home game, Oct. 2 against Pittsburgh:

-- Parking lots will open no more than four hours before kickoff
-- No mass quantities of alcohol in parking lots: kegs or large vessels containing alcoholic beverages are prohibited and will be confiscated
-- USF will increase its security and law enforcement presence in parking lots and during games, including undercover officers in the stadium
-- Fans deemed intoxicated by law enforcement will be denied entry to games
-- Abuse of intoxicants will not be tolerated; such abuse will result in ejection from the game
-- Same for profanity and offensive language, as well as disorderly behavior and abusive or threatening behavior toward the visiting team, its fans, and game officials
-- USF will promote the stadium's fan messaging service, which allows fans to report inappropriate behavior by sending a text message to 813-277-6501 or call 813-350-6501
-- All fans must now present ID to purchase alcohol from concessions
-- Ticket privileges of any fan ejected from a game will be revoked, including season-ticket holders