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Fall Sports Update - 9/4
Dear AM Families,
Section One announced yesterday that “low/moderate risk” sports such as Cross Country, Field Hockey, Soccer and Tennis can start practicing on campus beginning on Tuesday, September 29. “High risk” sports such as Cheerleading, Football and Volleyball are still being reviewed by NYSPHSAA and Section One and have not received permission to start. These three sports are being considered for a possible move to a different season. Swimming is also being considered for a different season due to the lack of pools being open around the region. The decision surrounding the start of these sports will be determined prior to September 29.
Section One announced yesterday that “low/moderate risk” sports such as Cross Country, Field Hockey, Soccer and Tennis can start practicing on campus beginning on Tuesday, September 29. “High risk” sports such as Cheerleading, Football and Volleyball are still being reviewed by NYSPHSAA and Section One and have not received permission to start. These three sports are being considered for a possible move to a different season. Swimming is also being considered for a different season due to the lack of pools being open around the region. The decision surrounding the start of these sports will be determined prior to September 29.
NYSPHSAA will be providing schools today a Return to Interscholastic Athletics document that will outline safety procedures and protocols specific to each sport. This document will be thoroughly reviewed by our medical, administrative and coaching staff. We will be sure we integrate these guidelines as well as the protocols set forth in our Reopening of School document into our athletic programs.
The athletic department will be hosting a webinar in two weeks for all parents and student athletes to review the new guidance and protocols in place to ensure we return to a safe start on Tuesday, September 29. A date for the webinar will be provided this week. A date for the opening of Fall Sports registration and clearances in OnCampus will be also be provided this week.
While yesterday’s announcement was positive and encouraging, we will continue to advocate for all our Fall student athletes so that they are provided the opportunity to participate and share in the many life lessons that being a part of a team and athletics awards.
While yesterday’s announcement was positive and encouraging, we will continue to advocate for all our Fall student athletes so that they are provided the opportunity to participate and share in the many life lessons that being a part of a team and athletics awards.
Please reach out if you have any questions or concerns about the upcoming Fall season.
I wish everyone a safe and healthy Labor Day weekend! I am excited to see our athletes back out on the field again!
GO FALCONS!
Tim Gavan
Athletic Director
Albertus Magnus High School
tgavan@albertusmagnus.net
(845) 643-3849
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