In response to concerns about coronavirus disease-2019 (COVID-19), the Florida High School Athletic Association (FHSAA) released a statement that leaves open the possibility of a spring sports season, which could run from as soon as May 3 through June 30.
The FHSAA also indicated if a spring sports season is canceled altogether, it’s working on a solution to create additional athletics eligibility for students who were unable to participate.
FHSAA-sanctioned spring sports include baseball, flag football, lacrosse, softball, tennis, track & field, boys volleyball, water polo and boys weightlifting.
The statewide athletics organization released the following statement on its website:
“Pending schools are back in session and afforded the opportunity to resume activities after May 3, by federal, state and local authorities, the FHSAA will follow the advice and guidance available to us at that time regarding the continuance of all FHSAA spring sports.
“In light of the current situation, the FHSAA staff is actively working on creative solutions for the continuance of spring sports, which could extend through June 30. The FHSAA does understand the hardships caused by COVID-19 and the inability to play spring sports. If we are not able to continue spring sports, the FHSAA is working diligently to create a plan regarding additional eligibility for students who have not been able to participate in spring sports.”
