BANZ® in the Stands
From the first whistle to the final buzzer — protect those ears.
Series: BANZ® in the Stands | Game Day with BANZ®
Author: Shari Murphy, BANZ® Carewear USA
Sports are exciting — but they’re also loud in a way most people underestimate
Taking kids to a live game is one of those experiences that feels bigger than expected.
The crowd energy, the announcements, the music between plays — everything is amplified in a stadium.
For adults, it feels exciting.
For kids, it can feel overwhelming and exciting at the same time.
What game day actually feels like for families
Most parents notice the same things:
- The noise hits you the moment you enter the stadium
- Crowd reactions can come suddenly and intensely
- Speakers and announcers are louder than expected
- Sun exposure can be strong during daytime games
It’s not one single loud moment — it’s constant layers of sound and stimulation.
The moment that usually stands out
There’s almost always a “wow, that’s loud” moment.
A touchdown roar that feels like it shakes the seats.
A home run crowd reaction that rises all at once.
Fireworks or horn blasts that follow big plays.
And kids often react immediately — not because they’re upset, but because the intensity is new.
What’s happening with noise levels
Stadium environments regularly reach sound levels that most people don’t experience in daily life:
- Safe exposure levels for long periods are generally around 85 dB or lower
- Stadium peaks can reach 100–120 dB during major crowd reactions
- Children’s ears are more sensitive to sudden spikes in volume
The key issue isn’t just loudness — it’s how quickly the sound changes.
Sudden spikes are harder for kids to process comfortably.
How families naturally adapt
Most parents figure it out over time without even thinking about it:
- Sitting slightly farther from the field or speakers
- Arriving early before peak crowd noise builds
- Stepping into concourse areas when things get too intense
These small adjustments make a big difference in how long kids can stay engaged.
What we often bring now
It usually becomes part of the routine:
- Earmuffs for louder moments in the game
- Sunglasses for daytime tailgates or afternoon seating
- Snacks, breaks, and short pauses when needed
It’s not about limiting the experience — it’s about helping kids stay comfortable inside it.
Starting with the right kind of game
Not every sports experience has to be a major league stadium.
Some families find it easier to start with:
- Minor league baseball games (more relaxed atmosphere)
- High school football games (community-level energy)
- Local sports events where crowds are smaller
These environments still feel exciting, but less overwhelming.
Before you head into the stands
Sports are meant to be enjoyed together.
And for kids, the difference between overwhelming and enjoyable often comes down to small things that make the environment easier to handle.
When they feel comfortable, they don’t just watch the game — they remember it.
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Shari Murphy is COO of BANZ® Carewear USA, a 25-year-old children's hearing and sun protection brand trusted by 2M+ families across 6 continents. She joined BANZ® in 2006 as office manager and has grown with the brand for 20 years across marketing, business development, and operations. She has five children — ages 17 to 27 — all raised in BANZ® products. Her youngest still wears the earmuffs she got at age 5.