Indiana Athletics implements new water protocols at Memorial Stadium
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 10, 2026, 5:30 PM
Last updated Sep 10, 2026

Indiana Athletics has introduced updated water protocols at Memorial Stadium following high temperatures during the season opener against North Texas. On-field conditions reached temperatures exceeding 100 degrees during the game, leading some spectators to leave early. The new measures are intended to help fans navigate similar heat conditions during future events. Outside of facility operations, the football program is adjusting its roster, with Adedamola Ajani scheduled to start at tackle and Joe Brunner at guard. These moves follow a week of analysis regarding the team's performance against North Texas and preparations for upcoming contests. The athletic department is focusing on both fan safety and team development as the season progresses.
- •Indiana Athletics introduced new water protocols for fan safety at Memorial Stadium.
- •On-field temperatures exceeded 100 degrees during the North Texas game.
- •Adedamola Ajani will start at tackle for the Indiana football team moving forward.
- •Joe Brunner is set to take over the starting guard position.
- •Curt Cignetti discussed team adjustments following the season-opening win.
- 5:30 PMYahoo Sports — Hoosiers Daily News: Indiana football introduces water protocols at Memorial Stadium
"Memorial Stadium’s water rules, observations from Curt Cignetti, Trey Kaufman-Renn’s return and more to know today.
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