Manila Bulletin
UAAP, NCAA move to suspend games due to COVID-19
The NCAA Management Committee has indefinitely suspended all remaining sporting events for Season 95 due to the increasing threat of COVID-19.
This decision aligns with the Department of Health's Red Alert Sub-Level 1 declaration and guidance from the Department of Education concerning gatherings.
NCAA Mancom chairman Peter Cayco stated the suspension prioritizes the safety of students, athletes, fans, and officials.
The league is considering the outright termination of NCAA Season 95, which would be the first cancellation since World War II.
While awaiting a Policy Board decision, the ManCom has suspended the resumption of events on March 16 until further notice.
The UAAP, on the other hand, has suspended all events until March 17 in compliance with President Duterte's order regarding public health emergency measures and class suspensions in Metro Manila.
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