MARCH 16 - A Message from Lauren Haynie, Director of Athletics
In keeping with the guidance of the Brandeis University COVID-19 response concerning the transmission of disease and social distancing, the Gosman Sports and Convocation Center will be closed for all recreational activities beginning on March 17 through at least May 3. Students enrolled in Health and Wellness modules have been contacted regarding the transition of these courses to online offerings.
We understand that recreation and physical activity is a source of stress relief and wellbeing for many in our community. We encourage all members of our community to keep moving – get outside, practice yoga, exercise in your home. Watch our website and social media in the coming weeks for tips and exercises you can do wherever you are.
We will share further updates through emails and/or web announcements as they become available.
MARCH 13
- Varsity sports are now canceled as of today (March 13) including today's women's tennis match against Endicott and weekend softball and baseball, home and away.
- The NCAA has canceled all spring and winter championships, including indoor track and field and fencing.
MARCH 12
Below is a series of policies regarding athletic programming and facility use restrictions in response to COVID-19. As this situation is fluid, we will continue to monitor, update and communicate plans, as needed. All guidelines are subject to change.
Intercollegiate Athletics
- Spring varsity sports will operate as scheduled through Sunday, March 15. Spectators will continue to be restricted from home events.
- Beginning March 16, the remainder of the spring sports season is cancelled. All spring athletic activities, including practices and home & away games, are suspended.
- All other out-of-season varsity activities are cancelled, effective immediately.
Recreational Activities
- Gosman Sports Center will remain open for informal recreation and will operate on our regular schedule through March 20.
- Beginning on March 21, Gosman will operate on a reduced schedule
- No more than 20 individuals will be permitted to occupy any recreational space at one time.
- Guest privileges are restricted until further notice.
- All external user group rentals are cancelled, effective March 14, until further notice.
- All intramural sports, group exercise classes, personal training sessions, and club practices will end on Friday, March 13.
MARCH 11
According to a letter from President Liebowitz, there are significant changes to the way Brandeis is teaching classes. Of direct relevance to athletics in this letter, "Guidance for athletic events and competitions will be forthcoming, based on policy coordination with the UAA and the NCAA."
As of 5 p.m. tonight, there is no change in the status of athletics events.
MARCH 9
Brandeis University has implemented a series of new policies in response to COVID-19, also known as the coronavirus. These policies include restrictions to international and domestic University-related travel, as well as guidance regarding Brandeis sanctioned events on campus.
Effective immediately, Brandeis Athletics will restrict spectators from attending home athletic events through May 3. All spectators, including students, staff, parents and alumni, can watch events online via our live video streams, or follow live stats available on BrandeisJudges.com.
Varsity athletic events will continue as scheduled, unless otherwise announced. Visiting teams that are currently scheduled to play at Brandeis are asked to bring only essential support staff in addition to the student-athletes competing. Spectators will not be permitted to attend events held at Brandeis
The Gosman Sports Center is still open regular hours for general recreation and fitness, group exercise classes, intramural sports, and club practices. As always, patrons are expected to wipe down equipment after use and follow all rules regarding health and safety.
The university has set up a Coronavirus page to view information and updates about COVID-19. Additionally, updates are available from the Center for Disease Control (CDC) and the Massachusetts Department of Public Health.
This decision was made out of an abundance of caution. We realize this announcement will be difficult for individuals who planned to come support our teams this spring. We share in the disappointment and apologize for the inconvenience this will cause to the fans and families of both the Brandeis teams and visiting teams.
As this situation will continue to evolve, fans are encouraged to visit BrandeisJudges.com in the days and weeks ahead, or follow Brandeis Judges on Twitter, Instagram and Facebook.
Follow this link for changes made to the Brandeis Athletics schedule.