The Belfast Giants have reminded fans of entry requirements for Boxing Day's home clash with Glasgow Clan.
The two sides will meet at the SSE Arena on Sunday afternoon (4pm), with crowds set to attend following the NI Executive's announcement on Wednesday.
Stormont Ministers have opted not to impose any new Covid-19 restrictions on sport here, although it will review the situation on December 30.
The Giants said: "Our robust Covid entry requirements remain in place. In addition, in line with the guidance from the NI Executive, we are encouraging all ticketholders to ‘lateral flow before you go’; to not share transport with anyone outside of their own household and limit their social interactions when at the game.
"Fans are also reminded face coverings are mandatory and should be worn when moving through the Arena, and whilst seated, unless you are eating and drinking, or you are exempt."
All ticket holders aged 18 or over are required to demonstrate their Covid status and should have one of the following available when requested by venue staff:
- Proof of full Vaccination
- Proof of a Negative NHS Lateral Flow Test
- Proof of a Previous Positive PCR Result
- Proof of Participation in a Clinical Trial
- Proof of Medical Exemption
"Under 18s are not required to show their Covid-19 certification but we would still encourage children aged 11 and over to take a lateral flow test prior to the event, where possible," the Giants added.
"In the days that follow, we will fully review the guidance provided by the Executive and will update on any further measures that customers should be aware of. The latest information on our Covid entry requirements will be available via The SSE Arena, Belfast website here.
Steve Thornton, head of hockey for the Belfast Giants added: “Players were back on the ice today preparing for Sunday and we are doing all we can to make Boxing Day a great game, on and off the ice.
The safety of our players, staff and fans remains our number one priority. We anticipate that the team will be formally released from the League’s Covid Protocol in the coming days.
"In addition to our robust entry requirements, we are working with the League to ensure all possible precautions are taken.”
