Spurs Jackals fan section implements 18-plus age requirement for upcoming season

The Spurs Jackals, a fan section created by Victor Wembanyama at the Frost Bank Center, will move to an 18-plus age policy for the 2026-27 season. Organizers stated the change is intended to foster a more intense environment involving constant standing, chanting, and coordinated movement. Auditions to add 100 new members to the group are scheduled for September 19, with the registration process requiring proof of age. The announcement has drawn mixed reactions from fans, including those who previously participated with children and feel the age limit excludes younger supporters who contributed to the section's culture. Some members have suggested alternative ideas to include younger fans, such as a junior club, though no official adjustments have been made. The Spurs open their preseason schedule at home against the Atlanta Hawks on October 8, followed by a regular season opener against the Oklahoma City Thunder on October 20.

• 4:02 AMYahoo Sports — Spurs Jackals are adults-only next season as they prepare to get even louder