BEST PRACTICES - Re: Covid-19
The state health order requires players, coaches, officials, and spectators to refrain from congregating within 6 feet of a person from another household except to the extent necessary for players, coaches, and officials to directly participate in the athletic activity.
Hand washing, coughing/sneezing etiquette, use elbow for sneezing or coughing, avoid touching face, etc. is highly recommended to avoid spread.
Spectators are reminded to not congregate within 6 feet of a person from another household, use proper face masking, wash hands, sneeze into elbows, and to be aware of others around you. Furthermore, spectators shall wear a mask or other facial covering that covers his or her nostrils and mouth at all times while within 6 feet of a person from another household.
We remind runners that they should refrain from high fives, handshakes, and other physical contact. Runners may wear a mask up to the start line and affix it to their person while running and then wear mask again upon completion of the race.
Frequently Asked Questions
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Do players and officials who are participating in a contest have to wear facial coverings?
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In accordance with the Current Order of the State Health Officer, players and officials shall wear a mask or facial covering except when directly participating in an athletic activity.
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Do players on the sideline, coaches, chain crew, and other sideline personnel have to wear facial coverings?
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Yes. In accordance with the Current Order of the State Health Officer, anyone not directly participating in the contest shall wear a mask or facial covering at all times. (This includes sidelines, benches, etc. for all contest participants.)
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Do fans have to wear facial coverings?
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The AHSAA encourages all spectators to wear facial coverings; however, fans must meet the minimum requirements as outlined within the Current Order of the State Health Officer. [Spectators shall wear a mask or other facial covering that covers his or her nostrils and mouth at all times when within 6 feet of a person from another household.]
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Will there be any contest rule modifications for fall sports due to COVID-19?
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Yes. Based on NFHS recommendations, while the playing rules remain the same, state associations may adopt rule modifications. For a list of board approved fall sport modifications visit the AHSAA website at www.ahsaa.com.