ST. LOUIS – The Saint Louis University Department of Athletics announced today that no fans will be allowed inside of Chaifetz Arena for the start of the men's and women's basketball seasons due to the rising COVID-19 numbers in the community. 

The department remains in constant consultation with Saint Louis University leadership and City of St. Louis public health officials.  

"At this time, it has been deemed unsafe and against St. Louis City public health orders to hold large gatherings indoors," SLU Director of Athletics Chris May said. "We are hopeful that as soon as the community numbers reach the public health targets set forth by City of St. Louis officials, we will be able to set in motion the plan to safely welcome back our loyal Billiken fans to Chaifetz Arena." 

SLU season ticket holders with questions can visit the Ticket Assurance Program website, or contact the Billiken Ticket Office at 314-977-1260 or tickets@slu.edu.