Manatee County cancels athletic events until March 23

As of now, Sarasota County athletic events remain on schedule.

By Ryan Kohn
| 12:45 p.m. March 12, 2020

Manatee County athletic events have been canceled through March 23.

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The Manatee County School District has canceled all athletic competitions, home and away, for its students until at least March 23, the first day back from spring break for students, citing COVID-19 concerns.

Teams will still be allowed to practice during this time.

As of now, Sarasota County athletic events remain as scheduled. Officials are meeting this afternoon to discuss their options. An announcement of the county's plans is expected this afternoon.

This post will be updated as new information becomes available.

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Ryan Kohn

Ryan Kohn is the sports editor for Sarasota and East County and a Missouri School of Journalism graduate. He was born and raised in Olney, Maryland. His biggest inspirations are Wright Thompson and Alex Ovechkin. His strongest belief is that mint chip ice cream is unbeatable.