In response to recent coronavirus outbreaks associated with the conduct of interstate youth hockey activities, a group of seven governors including Massachusetts Governor Charlie Baker, will support a regional approach to interstate competitions.

 

The seven states involved will suspend interstate competitions for public and private schools and youth hockey effective this Saturday, November 14, 2020 through at least December 31, 2020. 

 

The other stakeholders involved include New Jersey Governor Phil Murphy, Maine Governor Janet Mills, Rhode Island Governor Gina Raimondo, New Hampshire Governor Chris Sununu, Vermont Governor Phil Scott, and Connecticut Governor Ned Lamont.

 

As case numbers increase in many states across the country, it is critical that neighboring states coordinate a regional approach to limit further community spread of the virus. 

 

The prohibition will not impact interstate collegiate, professional, or U.S. national team hockey activities, which will remain subject to existing health and safety protocols and/or restrictions.

 

As public health data continues to evolve, the states will reassess the need for continued restrictions on interstate sports activities.