ATHENS – SEC Commissioner Greg Sankey has promised scholarship support from league institutions for players who do not want to participate in fall sports due to COVID-19.
Sankey’s official statement, as published by the league office:
“SEC universities are committed to the full support of their student-athletes, whether or not a student-athlete decides to participate in sports during these uncertain times.
“SEC student athletes have frequently expressed their desire to compete, but it is important for student athletes and their families to know that the financial support entrusted to them by their institutions will not be at risk due to the health problems presented by the pandemic. current. “
Players who choose not to play will receive their scholarships and remain in good standing with the team.
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The action came through a unanimous vote by SEC presidents and chancellors after being recommended by the league’s athletic directors.
SEC ADs met for more than 8 hours in person on Monday in Birmingham to discuss the league’s sports future amid the COVID-19 pandemic.
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The league delayed the start of the fall sports calendar earlier this week.
Sankey, however, said he is still aiming for a full season, even after Big Ten and Pac-12 announced last week that their schools will only play conference games.
Earlier this week, news emerged that Power 5 leagues are expected to announce standardized testing and another COVID-19 protocol.
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