This comes after Colorado State announced earlier this week that it was launching an investigation into its athletic department after a report claimed that players were told not to report Covid-19 symptoms, or they would see reduced playing time.
“Colorado State University is committed to an anti-racist university, and we will not tolerate behavior or climate that is against this core value. In addition, CSU Athletics is committed to the health and well-being of student-athletes above all priorities, and this includes “We believe it is our responsibility to ensure that all student-athletes feel welcome and valued as members of an inclusive athletic community.”
Parker’s statement said the break includes all practices, workouts and team meetings. The statement also said he had asked university president Joyce McConnell to expand the independent investigation that was announced earlier this week to include a comprehensive review of the athletic department and football program regarding the allegations of racism and verbal abuse.
“While we have worked hard this fall on football, the holistic well-being of our student-athletes is our uniform top priority,” Parker said. “We have to and accuse these accusations before we focus on football.”
On Tuesday, Colorado State announced that it had begun an investigation into its athletic department following a report claiming that players were told not to report Covid-19 symptoms, or they would see reduced playing time.
“I tell you all now that nothing is more important to me than to CSU than the health and well-being of our students. Nothing. They are our goal and our responsibility, each one of them, whatever sport they play or great they declare. “
The investigation is being handled by McConnell’s office.
The Colorado report cited statements from multiple anonymous sources in the department. One current Rams footballer told the paper, “I believe there’s going to be a cover-up at CSU … It’s not about the health and safety of the players, but about just trying to make money from the players. ”
Players skew claims about coronavirus
Several Rams players disputed the claims in the social media report on Tuesday.
“We want every student-athlete to have the confidence that we are taking every possible measure to ensure their safety, and we will continue with the training staff, the athletics department and the University to evaluate and perform all additional steps that need to meet our high standards. “
Colorado State is scheduled to open its season on September 19 at home against Northern Colorado.
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