COVID-19: UIL suspends activities through May 4 — what it means for Texas high school football

The outbreak of COVID-19 continues to wreak havoc on the world, as the pandemic affects seemingly all parts of life in Texas and beyond. And now, even Texas high school football cannot escape its impact.

The UIL announced Thursday that it is extending its suspension of all sanctioned activities until at least May 4, with all contests, practices, rehearsals and workouts suspended until further notice. The announcement comes on the heels of Texas governor Greg Abbott’s decree that all schools, bars, gyms and dine-in restaurants be closed through April 3.