College of the Ozarks announced Thursday that it would suspend athletics competition for college and high school for fall 2020 due to concerns involving COVID-19.
“The College’s goal is to remain in session throughout the fall semester,” President Jerry C. Davis said in a release. “Therefore, we have to minimize risk to campus. Because of the residential nature of our campus, we cannot participate in activities that put our students at risk.”
The college said it would look to resume athletic activities when it is safe to do so.
“We understand the disappointment this may cause student-athletes,” Davis said.