This semester, Delta College announced all Mustangs sporting events are free.
Delta’s Athletics Director Tony Espinoza decided on this because of the continued pandemic. ‘
“People still struggle from COVID-19. Having free admission will give more people that are struggling access to the games,” Espinoza said.
Espinoza emphasized the concern of handling and exchange of physical money.
“We’ve been running into concerns and regards of money exchange at the front gate,” said Espinoza.
Community support and partnerships have allowed the games to be free. Regular admission prices ranged between $6 and $8.
“We reached out to community organizations to help with the free admission,” said Espinoza.
The funding for the next two years is sponsored by Central State Credit Union and the Port of Stockton.
Since sports are barely making a return and haven’t had enough games yet, there isn’t an accurate statement whether there is yet an increase in numbers of people attending in correlation to the free admission.
Admission for season games are free, however, for the post-season games Delta College will charge to align with state regulations.
“We have to charge for postseason games as it is a state requirement,” said Espinoza.
