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NATCHEZ — Mississippi High School Activities Association announced Monday morning all competitions and practices are suspended until March 29.

The competitions and practices are suspended due to the outbreak of COVID-19, MHSAA stated.

The MHSAA Executive Committee put the policy in place during a conference call on Monday. The Executive Committee is comprised of 15 school administrators from around the state.

“We urge our member schools and their communities to take every possible precaution to remain safe and healthy,” said Don Hinton, MHSAA Executive Director. “MHSAA leadership is working diligently to adjust to this rapidly evolving situation and will share updates as soon as possible.”