Vaccinations, masks to be required for Kraken, Seahawks games

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All fans age 12 and over planning to attend Kraken games at Climate Pledge Arena will need to show proof they are fully vaccinated against COVID-19, and all will be required to wear a mask.

The team on Tuesday announced the policy for NHL games as well as concerts and other events at the arena, due to reopen in mid-October after a $1 billion overhaul that began more than two years ago. The masking policy is for the short term and could be adapted depending on further COVID-19 guidance from the state and public health officials. COVID-19 restrictions have recently returned to arenas and stadiums to offset the spread of the delta variant.

Not long after the Kraken’s announcement, the Seahawks put out a release stating its fans will also need to show proof of vaccination or a negative COVID-19 test taken within 72 hours for games at Lumen Field this season. The Sounders then announced an identical policy, only theirs will begin Oct. 3.

WSU also announced they would follow the same policy, starting with home contests in the month of October. In the interim, effective immediately, WSU Athletics will mandate masks for all fans in attendance at Gesa Field, regardless of vaccination status. That will include both indoor and outdoor seating at all times, unless actively eating or drinking. (Seattle Times)

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