How long has UIL suspended athletics in Texas?”
Due to the outbreak of the swine flu, the University Interscholastic League has suspended all UIL activities until May 11, including some upcoming competitions in athletics, fine arts and academics. This is a state decision, not a decision of local school districts. “We will adhere to the official decision of the University Interscholastic League. Our coaches and sponsors are communicating with every student affected by this decision,” stated a press release from Dr. Robin Battershell, Temple ISD superintendent. “As soon as we have further information about adjusted schedules, we will pass that along to students and families.” The UIL Academic State Meet, originally scheduled for May 7-9, will be rescheduled at a later date. Rogers and Milano high schools each had teams scheduled to compete that weekend in the state one-act play competition. “There’s not anything you can do about it,” said Robert Chappell, Rogers High School principal. “We’re just glad most everyone will get to compete
thletics IMPORTANT NOTICE: UIL Schedules Altered Due to Swine Flu On the recommendation of Dr. David Lakey, Commissioner of the Texas Department of State Health Services, and in consultation with Texas Education Agency Commissioner Robert Scott, the University Interscholastic League is altering its schedule of events due to the outbreak of the swine flu in Texas. Effective immediately, all UIL interscholastic competition is suspended until May 11. * Read the full Press Release for more details and for the tentative schedule for UIL regional and state events affected by this situation. The UIL provides services to its member schools in the organization and administration of region and state championships in 14 sports. The athletics homepage is designed to provide links to all UIL sponsored sports and sports-related information.
