Dear Friend of Saint Peter's Athletics,
Last week was a difficult one in college athletics, and it's one I won't soon forget. In response to the rapidly evolving COVID-19 global pandemic, the Metro Atlantic Athletic Conference and its Council of Presidents made the difficult decision to cancel the remainder of the men's and women's basketball tournament that was being held in Atlantic City, NJ. In addition, the MAAC announced that it would cancel all spring sports effective immediately for the remainder of this academic year.
We are all amidst unprecedented times and collegiate athletics is no exception. While unfortunate, I am confident these decisions were made with concentrated thought and care. The health and safety of our student-athletes remains paramount and we must rely on guidance from local, state and federal government officials and agencies, as well as the NCAA and MAAC, as we continue to navigate this ever-changing national health crisis.
With that, I want to recognize the incredible impact these decisions have on our student-athletes, coaches, staff, alumni and fans as we all take great pride in our Peacock athletics teams. To have tournaments and seasons cut short is incredibly heartbreaking, and the effect is even more significantly felt by our seniors who have had their seasons, and in some cases their athletic careers, concluded abruptly. We will do our best to honor and celebrate them in the days and months ahead.
As a steadfast community of Peacocks, I am confident that we will come together to support one another during these uncertain times. I look forward to the days when our student-athletes are back on their respective playing surfaces proudly wearing their Saint Peter's uniforms.
Go Peacocks!
Rachelle Paul
Director of Athletics
