Coronavirus - Sports and Athletics

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COVID-19 Information and Resources for Athletics

For athletes choosing to play sports during this time, the Michigan Department of Health and Human Services has information below to help you mitigate risk and prevent the spread of COVID-19 in your community.

Recommended Mitigation Measures for Athletics:
- Wear face masks while participating in organized sports indoors (unless fully vaccinated) or contact sports (indoors and outdoors, unless mask use poses a safety hazard).
- Screen for symptoms before play or practice and avoid sports activities if you have symptoms of COVID-19.
- Wash hands frequently and cover coughs and sneezes.
- Use separate equipment as much as possible. Frequently clean and disinfect any shared equipment and surfaces.
- Prioritize outdoor practice and play as much as possible.
Guidance for Athletics

American Academy of Pediatrics COVID-19 Interim Guidance: Return to Sports

CDC Considerations for Youth Sports Administrators

MDHHS Testing Resources for Athletics

MHSAA Fall 2020 Championship Pilot Program