So far what this confirms is that the Hobart College Statesmen could still play a seven game regular season. One of the previously scheduled LL games, Week 6 vs. RPI was cancelled, but in theory could be replaced by either a conference reshuffling or an OOC opponent (e.g., Alfred who has an open date on 10/10).
Only time will tell how all this holds or doesn't - the preseason will certainly be very different practice wise with guidance stating players will be split into small groups for two weeks, then larger (up to 50) for two weeks before full team practices can occur.
What makes things a little problematic is if we see one more LL D3FB member, say Union, who hasn't made any official announcements on their back-to-school or athletics plans, end up cancelling fall sports also. I know the Dutchmen and other schools will be holding meetings this week, so hopefully we'll have more information soon.
If Union goes the way of the NESCAC, the "Little Ivies" conference they associate themselves with in certain ways and circles, that would drop the LL football options to only five teams / four conference games. The NCAA indicates teams would need at least five games to qualify for whatever postseason happens (also still very much TBD). In this scenario, I'd hope the Empire 8 and LL could coordinate a possible extra OOC game, given the geographic proximity, but we'll have to wait and see if that even ends up being part of the conversation.
A lot of speculation when there's not a lot of good information is how it goes sometimes.
In the meantime, thanks for reading and go 'Bart!
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