Ohio State has suspended all football-related activities and closed its athletics administrative offices for a week after an increase in positive coronavirus tests, the university said in a statement on Tuesday.
Buckeyes said the decision to discontinue football activities and close the Woody Hayes Athletic Center offices was made jointly by athletics director Gene Smith and senior team doctor Dr. Jim Borchers “with plenty of caution and with health, safety and well-being.” among student-athletes, coaches and football staff and support the facility as a top priority. “
The decision was made after a round of PCR testing on Monday.
“Our decisions regarding the well-being of student-athletes, staff and those who come to our campus, as well as our determination as to when we will reopen and resume activities, will continue to be guided by our medical staff.” Smith said in a statement. .
“We managed to safely organize almost 100 athletic events on campus this year, with limited interruptions, but this pandemic is not over. We will continue to emphasize the safety measures of wearing masks, consistent and thorough hand washing and physical distance, and we will remain vigilant in these areas. “
Buckeyes is scheduled to begin spring training on March 19.