TOWSON, MD. (WJZ) – Towson University will take off from the spring 2021 season.
The athletics branch announced on Monday that it would prepare for the classic fall 2021 season.
“In today’s world, there are no simpler decisions, it’s all a long-planned decision,” said Towson head coach Rob Ambrose. “The first thing we did was take a step back once we knew there would be a plan for it, and we asked the players, and we listened. It’s amazing how conscious, open, progressive and intelligent our student-athletes are. We interviewed the boys, more than 75% of the team didn’t need a complete industry. season next year for a six-game season this spring. After listening to the players, I couldn’t find a clever explanation of why we do that.
They will organize general spring practices to “reduce the threat of long-term injuries” and prepare for the fall season. COVID-19 screenings for players, coaches and will be as a precaution.
Towson student-athletes will retain their eligibility in accordance with the NCAA.
“Since football is a very sensible sport, students-athletes and coaches agree that potentially sacrificing a general fall season for a shorter spring year is not the safest course of action,” said Towson University’s director of athletics, Tim Leonard. athletes and coaches in this decision, and look forward to returning to the frame for the 2021 season.
The Tigers’ men’s and women’s basketball is preparing for a normal season in November.
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