The IHSA released fall sport-specific guidelines Friday, giving way to cross country to begin practice on Aug. 10 and participate in competitions Aug. 24.
All Phase 4 Return to Play Guidelines must be followed during practice and competition, including social distancing of six feet, limiting groups to 50, including participants, coaches, timers, paid/volunteer meet officials, spectators, and media and face coverings for spectators.
IHSA is still to determine if a state series will be held, so schools are encouraged to keep dates on October 24 open for that possibility.