Chargers Football: WPIAL Championships
The OLSH Chargers football team will play in the WPIAL championship game at Heinz Field on Saturday, November 17 at 11:00 am (kick-off at 11:07 am). This is the team's first trip to the WPIAL Championship Game in the program's history. Go Chargers!
Please take care to read all of the information regarding the game to ensure our players and fans have a positive experience!
TICKETS
Pre-sale tickets are $5 for students and $10 for adults and will be sold during lunches ONLY in the main office this week. Tickets at the gate will be $10.
SPECTATOR SEATING
All fans with game tickets must enter Gate A at the south end of the field. OLSH is considered the visiting team for this game. Visiting team spectators will sit in sections 101-115.
The ticket booths at Gate B will be open at 9:30 am for persons wishing to purchase tickets on site. All gate sale tickets will be $10. If spectators leave, they must purchase another ticket to re-enter. Only the first level of the stadium will be open.
SECURITY
Heinz Field personnel will check spectator bags upon entrance to the stadium. Heinz Field uses metal detector screening and all patrons will be scanned upon entry. Fans may carry in pockets items such as keys, makeup, combs, phones, wallets, and credit cards. Fans will be allowed to carry in blankets and jackets.
Bags must be clear plastic, vinyl, or PVC and may not exceed 12"x6"x12".
One-gallon clear plastic freezer (ziploc or similar product) bags are permitted.
Small clutch purses, approximately the size of a hand, or 4.5"x6.5" with or without a handle or strap, may be carried into the stadium along with one of the clear bag options.
Diapers and wipes can be carried in a clear bag, however diaper bags are not permitted.
An exception will be made for medically necessary items, after proper inspection at the gate.
The Heinz Field Policy can be viewed at http://heinzfield.com/guest-services/clear-bag-policy/
NOISEMAKERS & SIGNS
The presence and use of whistles, sirens, horns, and stick-held pom poms are prohibited. If these items are discovered after gate entry, they will be confiscated.
Stationary signs and banners that are sportsmanlike in their message are permitted. Please be sure to keep messages on any signs appropriate. When in doubt, please check with Coach Mac, Mr. Plocinik, or Mr. Holup.
PARKING
Heinz Field parking lots will be open at 9:00 am. The cost per vehicle is at least $10. Heinz Field lots have handicapped spaces available. There is also an ADA drop-off located at Art Rooney and Reedsdale Street, near Gate B. Heinz Field parking recommendations are North Side lots and downtown parking lots using the LRT free of charge to the stadium.
ESSENTIAL TEAM PERSONNEL
Please note that extraneous personnel will NOT be permitted on the field or in the press boxes. The team, cheerleaders, and band have special arrival/entrance instructions which will be shared as needed.
PROGRAMS
Programs will be assembled by the WPIAL and will be available for $5 each.
WATCH OR LISTEN LIVE!
There are multiple options for fans who cannot attend the game in person to watch or listen live:
WATCH: KDKA TV and Pittsburgh CW will broadcast the game live on TV. Kick-off is at 11:07 am and the game will pause for commercial breaks.
LISTEN: The game will be broadcast online at TribHSSN.TribLive.com and on WBVP-AM 1230, WMBA-AM 1460, and WKPL-FM 92.1 The Pickle.