The Boston Celtics’ and Boston Bruins’ home arena, TD Garden, saw criticism over the weekend when its new bag policy went into force.
When the Bruins played the Los Angeles Kings on Saturday, the policy went into effect. It prohibited spectators from entering the arena with bags bigger than 6 inches by 4 inches by 1.5 inches. Furthermore forbidden from the arena are any backpacks. Although allowed, a bag purchased from Boston ProShop may be searched.
The arena announced on its X account that “new @EvolvTechnology security screening will be implemented at TD Garden effective February 17.” In order to expedite the admissions process, we kindly advise visitors not to carry luggage. No bag bigger than 6″ x 4″ x 1.5″ will be accepted.
Writer Ty Anderson of 98.5 The Bruins The Boston Herald pointed out that the Sports Hub posted about the widespread confusion regarding the new rules from Saturday’s game.
This created a HUGE problem when we walked into the arena yesterday,” Anderson posted on X. There were several ushers informing folks that they couldn’t even admit “yes” kinds. Many irate passengers were informed that they may check their bags for an additional $15.
Women are significantly impacted by the bag limits, as noted by female hockey players and NHL media.
“Here’s why you might see me walking around TD double fisting tampons and epi pens,” Kendra Middleton of Sports Hub posted on X.
The mission statement of Evolv Technology is that it is the “leading security technology company pioneering AI-based weapons screening to create safer experiences.”
The company claims that theme parks, sports stadiums, performing arts venues, casinos, educational institutions, medical facilities, and houses of worship have all made use of its screening equipment.
Safety and security are of the utmost importance to TD Garden, which is dedicated to giving its visitors the best possible experience “Bruins COO and TD Garden president Glen Thornborouhg stated in a news release on Tuesday. “Evolv’s innovative technology allows us to do just that, while also streamlining the entry process and minimising wait times.
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