KNOW BEFORE YOU GO STATE SPIRIT CHAMPIONSHIPS
The New Mexico Activities Association would like to highlight the following important information regarding the upcoming 2025 State Spirit Championships.
Official Championship Name:
2025 State Spirit Championships
Championship Location:
University of New Mexico – The Pit
Championship Dates:
Cheer – Friday, March 21st
Dance – Saturday, March 22nd
Championship Schedules:
Tickets:
Ticket Prices*:
Day Pass (allows re-entry privileges) – $19
Adult (no re-entry) – $13
Students (K-12) / Seniors (65+) / Military (all no re-entry) – $7
*No cash sales & ticket prices do not include service fees added by UNM
Online purchases can be made through the UNM Ticketing website at:
NMAA Spirit Tickets through UNM
Additional Facility Information:
- The University of New Mexico will be charging $7 per vehicle for parking.
- Concession stands will be available.
- The Pit is a cashless facility – only credit/debit card payments can be made for parking fees, tickets, and concessions.
- Northwest Design Ink is the exclusive State Championship Merchandise provider of the NMAA. Souvenir items commemorating this exciting event can be purchased at the venue or by visiting https://nwd.ink/s/nmaa-store/spirit-state-championships/
- All patrons who choose to bring bags into the event must abide by the clear bag policy at the University of New Mexico facilities. UNM’s clear bag policy can be found by visiting https://golobos.com/clear-bag-policy/
Live Video Stream:
All Performances – www.nfhsnetwork.com
*Subscriptions available for $11.99 (provides full month of access to live events)
Championship Results:
Results will be posted at www.nmact.org
Streaming of this event from your phone or personal device is strictly prohibited.
The Pit Information
Screening: This venue requires screening for everyone entering the facility during event preparations and the event. This includes teams/performers, media and ticket holders. Search detail may include metal detection, hand-held wand screening and/or bag search. Screening is voluntary, however, failure to allow screening will result in denial of entry.
Clear Bag Policy: All patrons who choose to bring bags into the game must abide by the clear bag policy. Clear Bags may be no larger than 12”x6”x12”. If patrons do not have a clear bag, they may bring in a gallon-sized freezer bag. Your clutch must be clear (No satchels). Non-clear medical bags are permitted and subject to inspection. Diaper bags are permitted if entering with a child, but are subject to inspection. Seat cushions without arms or pockets are permitted. Backpacks, fanny packs, printed pattern bags, reusable grocery bags, mesh or straw bags, duffle bags, or large totes (larger than 12’x6’x12”) are NOT permitted. If you choose to bring in a blanket, the blanket must be carried in separately and not placed in the clear bag. If your bag gets turned away at the gate due to not following clear bag policy, you will need to return it to your vehicle, as there is no area to store it. Patrons are encouraged to leave all bags at home to speed up the entry process into the stadium.
PROHIBITED ITEMS include food of any kind (a closed, unopened bottle of water no larger than 20 ounces is permitted. The Pit no longer permits empty Nalgene water bottles, empty hydroflasks or empty Stanleys), cans, glass bottles, alcohol, illegal drugs, laser pointers, balloons, beach balls, coolers, artificial noisemakers (such as horns, drums, bells, whistles), pets (except service animals assisting those with disabilities), weapons of any kind. For a full list of prohibited items and arena policies, please visit the Arena Policies page of The Pit at https://golobos.com/stadium-policies-clear-bag-policy-prohibited-items-and-metal-detectors/
Location & Directions: 1414 University Blvd SE, Albuquerque, NM 87106
Located on the southwest corner of Avenida Cesar Chavez and University Boulevard, The Pit can be easily accessed by exiting off I-25, just south of the Big-I, at Avenida Cesar Chavez. Head east on Avenida Cesar Chavez and The Pit is located on the right.
Fan Expectations: Fans are expected to adhere to the NMAA’s Compete with Class Sportsmanship Initiative. Derogatory cheers, foul language, and hateful comments are not permitted. Tournament managers and event personnel have the authority to remove individuals for inappropriate behavior or comments.
