On Thursday, the leaders of the Rockets unveiled their plans for the home meetings, and more specifically on the presence of the public in the stands during the Covid-19 pandemic.
As in Orlando, and in a few other cities in the United States, the franchise has obtained permission to fill up to 25% of the capacity of the Toyota Center, or about 4,500 spectators. According to the Houston Chronicle, local recommendations even allow it to go up to 50% of capacity, but the requirements of physical distancing prevent the Rockets from going to that limit.
In the room, the placement of spectators will be varied since people from the same family can stay together, but at a distance from other spectators. In general, each spectator will have to respect two meters of difference with his neighbor. Obviously, wearing a mask is compulsory for the duration of the match, and upon entering the hall, each supporter will have to answer a health questionnaire. No need therefore to come with a document stating that we have tested negative for Covid-19.
Inside the room, the Rockets specify that the sale of food and drinks is carried out remotely, probably via their smartphone, and each spectator receives their purchases in their place. As in Orlando, the counters will be closed, and all seat purchases will be made online through the franchise app.
« Our fans should feel safe returning to these facilities as the standards are much higher than in most public spaces. »Explained a director of the room. ” As you know, most of the northeastern US and western states have more stringent restriction measures. In Texas, we have the chance to be able to fill up to 50% of the room, but taking into account a physical distance of two meters. We’re lucky the Rockets are back at Toyota Center. »
Thursday, for the arrival of Spurs, the Rockets had decided to invite the relatives and families of the players, the leaders and the staff to carry out a life-size test.
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