The Shadow
CHARLOTTESVILLE — Due to Virginia Gov. Ralph Northam declaring all schools in the commonwealth closed for the remainder of the year in response to the COVID-19 outbreak, all VHSL spring sports and activities are cancelled.
But the VHSL has not ruled out letting spring teams return to action, once the school year is over, for perhaps a shortened season or a tournament for spring teams over the summer.
The VHSL was set to hold a conference call this morning with its VHSL Management Crisis team to discuss all options relating to spring sports and academic activities following the current academic year and into the summer. The VHSL will announce a decision later today.
“We need to support our governor and state superintendent. These actions were taken to protect Virginians, keep them safe and healthy and to help slow the spread of the COVID-19 virus,” said VHSL Executive Director Dr. John W. “Billy” Haun.
“Our Crisis Management team is made up of excellent school representatives and has been vital in all deliberations regarding COVID-19. In every situation, every decision we make has been, and will be, in the best interest of public health, including that of, most importantly, our student-athletes, coaches, administrators, and families.”
