COVID Hits RI High School Hockey D-I Championship

COVID Hits RI High School Hockey D-I Championship

A COVID-positive case has caused the cancellation of the R.I. Interscholastic League Boys Ice Hockey Division I Championship series.

The RIIL met with both the Mt. St. Charles and Bishop Hendricken school administrations of Friday and determined that "in the spirit of good faith and understanding," the schools mutually agreed to declare Mt. St. Charles and Bishop Hendricken the 2021 Boys Ice Hockey Co-State Champions.

The RIIL said in a statement, "[we]recognizes the reality and challenges of playing during the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic. Unfortunately, some of our member schools have experienced COVID-related interruptions, and for some it has meant a premature end to their seasons."

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"We congratulate Mt. St. Charles and Bishop Hendricken on the outstanding seasons that brought them both to the title series," added RIIL.