SEC to Allow Alcohol Sales

[TrueblueCATfan]

I haven't heard anymore on this...Did UK ever make a decision on this

[Spiritof96]

I haven't heard anymore in this...Did UK eve make a decision on this

No public decision as of yet.

[Joneslab]

Barnhart announces Kentucky will not sell alcohol at sporting events this season.

[40bill]

Likely wants to see what happens at other universities and see what type of ROI it would bring in.

[Dwight Schrute]

And once again, I will stay home where I can drink my beer in peace and watch the games on my crystal clear 4k tv.

[JFCats22]

And once again, I will stay home where I can drink my beer in peace and watch the games on my crystal clear 4k tv.

Yep, me too. I like Mitch but the disaster he has created at Kroger field the past few seasons has ruined UK football games (in-person) for me. I have NO plans to attend a game anytime in the near future.

[Dwight Schrute]

Beer isn't the only reason - I'm not at that level of attachment to it. But the general vibe at UK the past few years has been that if you aren't wealthy you are secondary. This attitude that the rich and connected who get into the suites are the folks who get any perks turns me off.

I will take my son to a game when he's a little older if he's into football, but I'm in no hurry.

[Spiritof96]

Likely wants to see what happens at other universities and see what type of ROI it would bring in.

I think it has more to do with getting the logistics in place such that all stakeholders are satisfied by the start of football. I have been told alcohol is likely to be served by Fall 2020.

[Spiritof96]

Yep, me too. I like Mitch but the disaster he has created at Kroger field the past few seasons has ruined UK football games (in-person) for me. I have NO plans to attend a game anytime in the near future.

What section were you in that you experience was "ruined"? Mine has only gotten better and I have non-K club seats.

[40bill]

I think it has more to do with getting the logistics in place such that all stakeholders are satisfied by the start of football. I have been told alcohol is likely to be served by Fall 2020.

I agree. Im sure there is a lot more to be handled than could have been done by season's start....the least of which would be where the point of sale stations would be. Training the staff,
getting distribution lined up, contracts signed, likely getting the appropriate license, it all takes time. My store only had a package license, and we still had to send someone (preferably two or three someones) to a state ran certification class. Alcohol sales....even if it is just beer....can be pretty tricky hoops to jump through.

Now, how can aTm and South Carolina get it done quicker? Dunno. Thirstier, I suppose. I also have no idea of state laws regarding licensing for beer sales by the drink in those states/ cities.

It'll be here soon enough for those who want it. Next fall wouldn't shock at all.

[TrueblueCATfan]

I support his decision and I will be at the first home game

[Spiritof96]

I agree. Im sure there is a lot more to be handled than could have been done by season's start....the least of which would be where the point of sale stations would be. Training the staff,
getting distribution lined up, contracts signed, likely getting the appropriate license, it all takes time. My store only had a package license, and we still had to send someone (preferably two or three someones) to a state ran certification class. Alcohol sales....even if it is just beer....can be pretty tricky hoops to jump through.

Now, how can aTm and South Carolina get it done quicker? Dunno. Thirstier, I suppose. I also have no idea of state laws regarding licensing for beer sales by the drink in those states/ cities.

It'll be here soon enough for those who want it. Next fall wouldn't shock at all.

Certain SEC schools who were advocating to sell alcohol have had plans in place for some time.

[Joneslab]

What section were you in that you experience was "ruined"? Mine has only gotten better and I have non-K club seats.

Agreed. I went to a game last year and had a blast. Hadn't been to watch UK football in years before that game. It was great. I saw nothing but upgrades all around. Granted they weren't phenomenal or anything, but we had a great time and everything inside and outside the stadium was easy to navigate.

[surveyor]

I disagree with Mitch on this. The irritating component is that it smacks of elitism. Alcohol sales in suites and the club area are fine, but we cain't have the masses havin' they experience rurn't by the drunken peasants.

He indicated that his emails were essentially from people who expressed they'd be less likely to come to games or maintain season tickets if alcohol sales were allowed.

Mitch is also full of ............ when he says the decision is not a money issue. Granted, the revenue from alcohol sales for schools isn't a large amount, but I guarantee it would become a money issue if he told the suite holders that alcohol sales there would be discontinued.

West Virginia reported fewer alcohol related incidents at games after allowing alcohol sales in 2011. Evidence suggests it cuts down on binge drinking prior to entering the stadium.

[Dwight Schrute]

I disagree with the decision, but I am sympathetic to the logistical challenge of it. In the past, concession stands have been staffed by volunteers doing a fundraiser (I confess that i do not know if that is still the case). Selling alcohol requires some training - you need to be versed in spotting fake IDs and recognizing an intoxicated individual and avoiding overserving them. When I worked in a store that sold wine, I had to go to 2 hour training and pass a test in how to spot this stuff and get certified. I don't think Mitch discussed any of this so I have no idea if this is still the case. The ROI on this for an 8 game home season is probably not very high.