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The following is a letter from MARFU GU President Sean Cox to the membership:
The Mid-America Rugby Football Union (MARFU) extends its deepest sympathies to all who have been impacted by COVID-19.
The health and safety of our players, coaches, referees, and supporters is our utmost priority. It is with this in mind that the GU Executive Board has decided to suspend the competitive 15s season for fall 2020. Please understand that this was not an easy decision. After considering the geographical area and the current situation with the pandemic, it was determined that we could not ensure the health and safety of our members with a competitive schedule.
We understand that some areas may be under lesser restrictions and able to have unrestricted contact rugby. The Exec Board is currently working on a GU Guideline to asisst clubs who are able to host practices and potential friendlies. That will be published prior to Sept. 1.
We will continue to monitor the Covid-19 situation and it is our hope that we will be able to return to competitive play in 2021. Your Men’s and Women’s Competition Directors will be working on this possibility.
We thank our membership for your patience, understanding and support as we navigate through these challenging times.