[Cat Daddy]

Here is the Fatality rates for COVID-19 by age groups:

80 and above
7.80%

70-79
4.28%

60-69
1.93%

50-59
0.60%

40-49
0.16%

30-39
0.08%

20-29
0.03%

10-19
0.01%

0-9
0%

So, statistically speaking, there is basically "no risk" for high school athletes regarding Covid-19. With that being said, you see an increase in fatality rates when you get to the age group of 60+. Even if you are in the 60-69 age group, you have roughly a 2% chance of dying if you contract the virus. No doubt, this virus is dangerous to an elderly person, or someone with an underlying health issue, but if you don't fall into one of these categories, there is a 99.9999% you are going to live, if you contract the virus. So, people need to continue to take precautions, while everyone else moves on with their lives. Heck, most games are streamed live on the internet, so if you are afraid for your safety, stay home and enjoy the game. In my opinion, there is no reason why high school athletics shouldn't resume in the fall. The statistics just don't justify cancelling football, or any other sports this fall.