BATTLE CREEK, MI (WTVB) – Kellogg Community College has announced they are opting out of formal conference and league competition for the 2020-2021 season in men’s basketball, women’s basketball and women’s volleyball due to the current restrictions and public health guidance regarding the COVID-19 pandemic.
In a statement released by KCC, officials said they carefully considered a variety of factors in making the decision which included the safety of athletes and coaches; restrictions on practices and bodily contact, current C.D.C. guidelines and recommendations from the Michigan Department of Health and Human Services.
While K.C.C.’s three teams will not have a formal, competitive season in either the Michigan Community College Athletic Association or the National Junior College Athletic Association they are planning to take part in the N.J.C.A.A.’s “Scrimmage/Alternate Season” from April 12 through May 10 if state orders and health guidance allow.
With the same factors in mind, K.C.C. is also it has decided to continue M.C.C.A.A. and N.J.C.A.A. competition in Men’s Bowling, Women’s Bowling, Baseball and Women’s Soccer. Due to the non-contact nature of those sports, the teams will continue their practices and begin their seasons in the coming weeks.
“KCC cares deeply about its student athletes, which is why their health and safety are paramount. KCC also cares about their growth and success on the court and on the field, which is why we struggled mightily with this decision to cancel competition for three of our teams,” said KCC President Adrien L. Bennings, a former professional track and field athlete.
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