They need to realize that the wrestling family is in attendance for 6+ hours not just the 1.5-2 hours most events take.

The following is taken from the Bicentennial Centers web site. Take note is says UNLESS AUTHORIZED. So yes they could authorize it. They just choose not to.


Unless authorized by Salina Bicentennial Center Staff, no person shall be admitted into the facility with any of the following items in his/her possession:

Alcoholic beverages or controlled substances (unless prescribed for the possessor) cameras, audio or visual recording equipment, radios, televisions or any other such electronic devices, except when authorized.
Pets (Excluding Service Animals)
Bottles, either plastic or glass
Shopping carts
Strollers
Cans or coolers
Fireworks
Weapons and dangerous devices of any type

Unless authorized by Salina Bicentennial Center Staff, the carrying of food and beverages into the arena is prohibited.