UHSAA Suspends Activities, Athletics, Including Practice and/or Team Gatherings for Two Weeks

UHSAA Suspends Activities and Athletics, Including Practice and/or Team Gatherings, Beginning March 16 for at least Two Weeks

The Utah High School Activities Association is announcing the suspension of the Association’s State Debate Championships scheduled for this weekend due to ongoing prevention efforts with the COVID-19 virus.

As a result of Governor Herbert’s directive in a March 13 press conference, the Association is also suspending all UHSAA spring activities and athletics, including practice and/or team gatherings, beginning Monday, March 16, for a period of at least two weeks. All out-of-state school-related travel has been suspended immediately for a period of at least two weeks.

In consultation with board directives and information provided by state public health officials, the UHSAA has suspended spring activities and athletics, including practice and team gatherings, to properly fulfill best practices regarding protection of students and the general public. More information will be sent to member schools and/or districts as it becomes available.

Jeff J. Cluff
Assistant Director
Utah High School Activities Association