University of Alabama leaders responsible for addressing safety and security issues at Bryant-Denny Stadium were among a select number nationally recognized during a recent conference in Louisville, Kentucky.
Ten sports and entertainment facilities, including Bryant-Denny, were highlighted as part of the 2018 National Sports Safety and Security Conference and Exhibition.
This year’s theme was Enhancing Situational Awareness in the sports safety and security industry. More than 400 security professionals and 60 vendor exhibits were expected for the national conference, hosted by the National Center for Spectator Sports Safety and Security at the University of Southern Mississippi.
“The Facility of Merit in Safety and Security Award presents professional leagues, NCAA member institutions, high schools, and marathon and endurance organizations an opportunity to honor outstanding organizations that have gone above and beyond in their safety and security operations,” said Dr. Lou Marciani, director of NCS4. “These contributions involve enhancing safety and security at their venue beyond what is normally required, and setting an example for other facilities to follow.”
Marciani noted that each league or organization selects the criteria and makes the determination as to which facility will be recognized. Those facilities recognized include:
- Kentucky Derby Festival Marathon (Marathon/Road Race Advisory Committee)
- St. Mark’s School of Texas (Interscholastic Athletics Advisory Committee)
- Oak Grove High School (Interscholastic Athletics Advisory Committee)
- Littleton Public Schools (Interscholastic Athletics Advisory Committee)
- Bryant-Denny Stadium, The University of Alabama (NCAA)
- Harry A. Gampel Pavilion, The University of Connecticut (NCAA)
- Williams-Brice Stadium, The University of South Carolina (NCAA)
- American Airlines Center (NHL)
- Busch Stadium (MLB)
- CenturyLink Field (NFL)
For more information about the awards, visit http://www.ncs4.com/aboutncs4/ncs4-recognition-awards.