Statesmen Shooting for August 11th to Report to Preseason Camp (Hopefully)

Word has been shared that Hobart College Statesmen Football HC Kevin DeWall '00 has notified players in an email that "As of now, we are preparing for the August 11 arrival date" to open the 2020 season.

This news is couched by the fact that things could change, pending input from the NCAA and college itself. HWS previously announced they plan to open for in person classes on August 24th, so it makes sense - barring any changes - that camp would open on time as well.

Instances of COVID-19 in Central NY remain very low, so hopefully that will continue and the fall athletic season - at least for the Statesmen (and Herons) - continues as scheduled.

Today, Week 1 opponent Alfred University announced they are also reopening on August 24th, so it stands that the season opener scheduled for Friday night, September 4th at 7 PM does as well.

I will provide updates as they come in, but this is welcome news.

(Update as of 6/11 - the NCAA has approved fall preseasons to start as early as 8/10 based on a press release from earlier today.)

Thanks for reading and go 'Bart!