National Lacrosse League cancels 2019-20 playoffs
Posted Jun 4, 2020 11:26 am.
Last Updated Jun 4, 2020 11:35 am.
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PHILADELPHIA (660 NEWS) — The National Lacrosse League says after lengthy discussions, the 2019-20 campaign won’t be completed.
Play was suspended in mid-March due to COVID-19, and the regular season was cancelled in early April in hopes of still having playoffs.
Instead, the league says it will shift attention to next season.
“After an exhaustive effort weighing all of the factors, including the health and safety of our players and staff, immigration challenges, and the resources required to execute a post-season tournament under the current circumstances, our senior leadership and Board have agreed to redirect our attention to planning for next season,” NLL commissioner Nick Sakiewicz explained Thursday.
“We want to thank all those involved, especially our players, coaches, and league and team staff, and most importantly our fans and partners, for their continued support and engagement through this global pandemic.
“Communities are starting to open up, sports are beginning to return, and we look forward to our 35th season. We wish everyone continued health and safety as we navigate our way back to the game.”
The Calgary Roughnecks won the NLL title in 2019.
