By Matt Smith
Earlier this week the Central League adopted a plan for a truncated fall sports season. The return of interscholastic sports was subject to school districts’ approval. Since Monday evening, Central League school boards have been busy giving fall teams the “yes” vote to play. As of Thursday evening, approval was granted to Garnet Valley, Haverford, Marple Newtown, Springfield, Strath Haven and Upper Darby.
The Central League consists of 12 teams from Chester, Delaware and Montgomery counties. The 10 schools from Delaware and Chester counties are abiding by the altered recommendations provided by the Chester County Health Department, which last week removed language stating that interscholastic athletics should not begin until January.
“Everyone has to be responsible and look out for each other,” Ridley football coach Dave Wood said. “We have to do this the safest way possible and take every precaution possible. This is a different year, it’s going to be different in a lot of ways for the players and coaches. I know our guys are excited to get back out there and get working again. It’s been tough on all of them and I’m just glad they get an opportunity to try and play football. I think everyone feels that way.”
