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Sensory-friendly access, real-time crowd levels, and inclusive support for every fan at The Swamp.
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GAME DAY
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Live: High crowds near Gate 7. Sensory Room A open β€” 5 min wait.

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Inclusive Game Day

EXPERIENCE THE ENERGY OF INCLUSION

Empowering stadiums for fans with invisible disabilities.

Autism PTSD Sensory Processing Anxiety Chronic Illness

Featured Video

Official Game Day Introduction

Dr. Eric S. Fishon Β· UF College of Education

Live Crowd Levels

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Student Sections 1–10
9/10
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Sections 11–20
7/10
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Club Level
4/10

Stadium Map

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Ben Hill Griffin Stadium Accessibility & Sensory Resource Map

Key Accessibility Locations

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Sensory Room β€” Quiet Area (N)
Gate 2 Β· Capacity 8/20
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Sensory Room β€” Quiet Area (S)
Gate 14 Β· Capacity 5/15
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Quiet Watch Zone
West Side Β· Gate 4
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Guest Services Hub
South End Zone
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First Aid Stations
South End Β· Hydration nearby
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Hydration Stations
Multiple locations around bowl
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Unseen Disabilities Support

♾️Neurodiversity Support
🌊PTSD/Anxiety Zone
πŸͺ‘Chronic Illness Rest
🌻Sunflower Lanyard

Quiet Zones

3 Open

All quiet zones are staffed, sensory-friendly environments. Reduced noise, dimmed lighting, no crowd pressure.

Available Β· Low Wait

North End Zone Quiet Space

Gate 2 Β· Level 1 Β· Near Section 4

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Quiet Space Comfortable Seating Low Lighting
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South End Zone Quiet Space

Gate 14 Β· Level 1 Β· Near Section 16

5/15
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Sensory Tools Staff Support
Moderate Wait

Quiet Watch Zone β€” West Side

Gate 4 Β· Headphones provided

4/12
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Bubble Tubes Bean Bags Weighted Blankets

Game Timeline

schedule Kickoff 3:30 PM

Sensory alerts appear 5 minutes before each event so you can prepare or find a quiet space.

βˆ’120 min Β· 1:30 PMCHANT

Gator Walk

Team arrival with fans lining the walkway. Expect cheering and excitement.

βˆ’60 min Β· 2:30 PMMUSIC

Band Practice

Marching band warm-up outside the stadium. Loud music and drums.

βˆ’20 min Β· 3:10 PMHIGH ENERGY

Orange & Blue Chant

Stadium-wide synchronized chant. Very loud crowd noise.

βˆ’10 min Β· 3:20 PMπŸŽ† FIREWORKS

Fireworks Warning

Pre-game fireworks display. Loud explosions and bright flashing lights.

⚠️ Sensory Tip: Move to a quiet zone or put on noise-canceling headphones before this event.
βˆ’5 min Β· 3:25 PM🏳️ ANTHEM

National Anthem

Military flyover may accompany. Expect sudden loud jet noise.

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KICKOFF · 3:30 PM🚨 SIREN

KICKOFF!

Game begins! Sirens and crowd eruption. Peak noise: ~115 dB.

Video Gallery

9 Videos

Featured

Official Game Day Introduction

Dr. Eric S. Fishon Β· UF College of Education

Inclusive Game Day Series

Visit inclusivegameday.com for more resources.

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XTERMIGATOR Kids

Fun activities, calm tools, and Gator adventures designed for every young fan! 🐊

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Calm Down Tool

Let's Breathe Together 🌊

Follow the circle. Breathe in as it grows, out as it shrinks.

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Breathe In...

Eye Spy Gator Hunt 🐊

Find these things around the stadium! Tap each one when you spot it.

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A Gator mascot
Look near the field!
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Something orange
Gator colors!
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Someone cheering
Fans are loud and happy!
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A marching band instrument
The Gator band is huge!
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A football
On the field!
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Badge Collection

3 Earned
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First Visit
Earned!
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Calm Champ
Earned!
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Explorer
Earned!
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Super Fan
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Inclusion Hero
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True Gator
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Emergency Support

Your location will be shared with stadium staff. Help is on the way.

Direct Contacts

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Stadium Security
352-392-1111
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UF ADA Office
352-273-3721
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Gator Ticket Office
352-375-4683
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Reserve Sensory Kit

Inclusive Game Day Kit

Free sensory kits available at 3 locations. Reserve now to guarantee availability.

🎧Noise-canceling headphones
πŸ•ΆοΈTinted sunglasses
🧸Fidget tools
πŸ“–Social story booklet

Select Pickup Location

F.I.S.H.O.N. Framework

Developed by Dr. Eric S. Fishon

UF College of Education Β· www.inclusivegameday.com

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Foundational Sensory Accessibility

Physical spaces and resources designed to reduce sensory overload from the ground up.

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Information & Predictability

Social stories, timelines, and advance notice reduce anxiety through predictability.

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Staff Preparedness

Trained staff with disability awareness and de-escalation skills throughout the venue.

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Human-Centered Design

Inclusive design principles applied to every fan touchpoint, from seating to concessions.

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Operational Inclusion

Policies and procedures that embed inclusion into daily stadium operations.

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Neuroinclusive Culture

A venue-wide culture that celebrates neurodiversity and makes every fan feel they belong.

The Extended Market Effect

30% of US adults have a disability β€” mostly invisible or cognitive. For every person with a disability who can't attend, 4 additional tickets go unsold as family members stay home. Inclusive Game Day turns this challenge into opportunity.

Visit inclusivegameday.com β†’

Notifications

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Fireworks in 10 minutes
Pre-game fireworks will begin soon. Quiet zones available.
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North Quiet Zone has space
Capacity is currently 40% β€” a good time to visit.
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New badge available!
Complete Eye Spy to earn the Explorer badge.
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Kit pickup reminder
Your reserved sensory kit is waiting at Gate 2.

Quiet Ear Games 🎧

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Swamp is waking up...
F.I.S.H.O.N. Flow
Florida Swamp Soundscape
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F.I.S.H.O.N. Flow Focus
Tap play to start
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πŸ”’ Count the Colors

Look around and count how many orange things you can find!

✏️ Draw the Swamp

Find paper in your sensory kit and sketch the stadium from your seat.

🧩 Story Time

Make up a story about a Gator who helps their team win the big game!

Join Kids Club

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XTERMIGATOR Kids Club

Free membership for young Gator fans!

Sensory Activity Guide

Downloadable Social Stories

Illustrated guides for children with sensory processing differences.

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My Game Day Story
Illustrated walk-through of a full game day
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The Quiet Room Guide
What to expect in the sensory room
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Sensory Kit Instructions
How to use each item in your kit

Live Crowd Reports

Community-reported noise levels. Help others by sharing your section's status.

Submit a Report

Accessible Directions

Heading to: North End Zone Quiet Space
~3 min walk Β· Elevator available
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Head to Gate 2
Walk toward the North End Zone entrance
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Take the accessible elevator to Level 1
Elevator is on your right after entering Gate 2
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Look for the green calm zone sign
Staff will greet you at the entrance