AllSports12
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2020 American Legion Baseball regionals, World Series canceled
In uncertain times with the coronavirus pandemic, the health and safety of coaches, players, volunteers and fans are of importance.

Isn't American Legion nationwide?If the Governor still has a stay at home order, in any fashion..... (and after reading the words that have been coming out of his mouth, I truly believe he's going to extend orders in some fashion through the fall) No insurance carrier will allow any organization to proceed as normal.
That's reality.
There may be some regulations with regards to size of crowds, but the numbers as they stand right now and as they are trending do not require a stay at home order. Ohio cannot withstand extended shutdown if the general populace does not agree. It will be ignored. Denmark and Australia are starting to unwind in stages starting next week. Again, the numbers as they stand right now, do not require the sacrifice that is being made especially if Ohio does not get its act together and start testing thereby establishing where the outbreaks are. That is also reality.If the Governor still has a stay at home order, in any fashion..... (and after reading the words that have been coming out of his mouth, I truly believe he's going to extend orders in some fashion through the fall) No insurance carrier will allow any organization to proceed as normal.
That's reality.
Isn't American Legion nationwide?
For me, I am part of Little League and we are in a similar situation. It seems Little League is doing everything it can to have a season this year. One of my fears is that Little League will begin play again but Ohio will have rules in place that prevent us (Ohioans) from participating. I believe that it is a real possibility and I don't blame Little League if they do decide to begin their season even if some areas are unable to play due to outbreak or stricter rules on its residents.
There may be some regulations with regards to size of crowds, but the numbers as they stand right now and as they are trending do not require a stay at home order. Ohio cannot withstand extended shutdown if the general populace does not agree. It will be ignored. Denmark and Australia are starting to unwind in stages starting next week. Again, the numbers as they stand right now, do not require the sacrifice that is being made especially if Ohio does not get its act together and start testing thereby establishing where the outbreaks are. That is also reality.
If that’s the case sports will be back, whether people like it or not.
I believe it is foolish for schools to not at least tentatively schedule fields for the times this summer. Not that difficult to put a provision in the contract it is dependent on the state of chaos we are in.I can tell you this...Ohio will not be the first State to bring back sports. You can bet on that. And I've talked to a few who say their schools have said no to scheduling of fields for events not school sponsored. That's going to be a big issue for some of the older kids and summer leagues. Schools don't want the liability and won't make the decision themselves.
Agreed. Getting back to normal should be one of the goals. If things aren't normal, simply cancel. Most people will understand.
Interestingly, in my community they have signs on every baseball/softball field saying that the field is off limits. I understand not allowing teams to practice but there are plenty of people that are getting outside and using our parks. The fields are the only thing inaccessible.