COLORADO SPRINGS, CO – The Rocky Mountain Athletic Conference, which includes South Dakota institution Black Hills State, is delaying the start of fall sports competition to September 18. Also, play is now restricted to conference-only for football, volleyball and soccer. Practice is scheduled to begin August 24.
BHSU’s September 3 football game at Drake is cancelled, as are the September 6 soccer match with Dakota Wesleyan and volleyball’s appearance in the Fort Hays State tournament. The September 14 volleyball match with Adams State will be rescheduled.
The RMAC released this statement: “The Rocky Mountain Athletic Conference (RMAC) Presidents’ Council voted to delay the start of Fall sports practice to Aug. 24 and the first date of competition to Sept. 18. The Council also agreed to a conference-only schedule for the sports of Football, Men’s Soccer, Women’s Soccer and Volleyball.
“Further, the Council reviewed current local, state and national Covid-19 guidelines, including the National Collegiate Athletic Association (NCAA) guidance and principles and agreed that closely aligning with these current best practices was essential to maintain a safe and healthy playing environment. Review of safety precautions and protocols will continue throughout the Fall as the RMAC and its members monitor any need for further adjustments.”
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