(PINCKNEYVILLE) The Southern Illinois Junior High School Athletic Association has updated its “return to play” plans with portions of downstate Illinois going to either Phase 4, Tier 1, or Tier 3 in the past week. Here’s what will be allowed under Phase 4 and Tier 1 which effects most all regional schools :
Lower Risk Sports : (Bowling) Practices can start with contests permitted against other schools within their COVID Region or conference. Contests can start on February 1.
Medium Risk Sports : (Volleyball) Practices can begin with intra-team scrimmages allowed with parental consent. Contests are permitted against other teams can start February 1 within their Region or conference.