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MPSSAA Fall and Winter Competition Seasons Postponed

The Maryland Public Secondary Schools Athletic Association (MPSSAA) in consultation with the Maryland State Superintendent of Schools, the Maryland Department of Health (MDH), and the Public School Superintendent Association of Maryland (PSSAM) has decided to postpone the 2020 high school fall and winter competition season during the first semester. The MPSSAA, the MDH, and the PSSAM are finalizing a hybrid two-semester plan focused on student engagement options in the first semester.

MPSSAA Roadmap for the Return of Interscholastic Athletics and Activities

The Maryland Public Secondary Schools Athletic Association (MPSSAA) Executive Council authorized the release of detailed guidance to Local School Systems for the Return of Interscholastic Athletics and Activities.

State Board Of Education Approves Request For Waivers To Athletic Regulations!!

Jun 23, 2020 04:35 PM

The Maryland State Board of Education supported the request for waiver of interscholastic athletic regulations found in COMAR 13A.06.03 at today's meeting. These regulations, at the request of MPSSAA and local Superintendents of Schools, will give the local school systems (LSS) the flexibility to navigate county/city COVID-19 restrictions and administer interscholastic athletic opportunities based on local conditions. Continue reading for links to view two memos regarding these waivers.

Latest Update Regarding MPSSAA Interscholastic Athletics!!

Jun 11, 2020 11:55 AM

The State Superintendent of Schools, Dr. Karen Salmon has announced the availability of member schools to re-engage student-athletes in outdoor participation. Dr. Salmon, in her remarks on June 10, 2020, was indicating that school practices may begin in accordance with the appropriate timeline for high school sports as described in COMAR 13A.06.03, which is currently August 12, 2020. The re-engagement of students is extremely important. Continue reading for more detailed information.

PepWear Is Our New Official Event Merchandiser For State Championships!!

Jun 01, 2020 02:00 PM

The MPSSAA has entered into a long term agreement with industry-leading event merchandising company PepWear as its Official Event Merchandiser and Online Merchandiser. As a part of the five-year agreement, the MPSSAA joins a growing roster of state associations that have partnered with PepWear. The company will exclusively design, produce, and sell MPSSAA-branded merchandise, both online and onsite for all public high school state championships.

MPSSAA Announces Eighteen Recipients Of The 2020 Minds In Motion Scholarships!!

May 28, 2020 06:00 AM

The MPSSAA is pleased to announce the 18 winners of the 2020 Minds in Motion Scholar-Athlete Scholarships! The selection committee met online on Friday, 5/1 to choose a male and a female recipient from each of the MPSSAA's nine districts who will receive a $1,000 scholarship thanks to the generosity of the The Allstate Foundation. Select the link inside of this story to view the first-ever commemorative booklet that we have published to honor the 2020 scholarship recipients!

NFHS Rule Changes For Winter Sports 2020-21 Are All Here!!

May 11, 2020 02:30 PM

All of the 2020-21 NFHS rule changes for winter sports are now published with the link to the just released Bsketball rule changes press release below to go along with the previously released Wrestling and Swimming and Diving rule changes. Further information regarding the rule changes for each winter sport may be accessed on the NFHS website by going under "Activities & Sports" and selecting the desired winter sport.

A male player reaches to defend against an opponent's pass at the 2019 Boys State Basketball Tournament.

All 16 Remaining Teams To Be Awarded As State Basketball Tournament Semifinalists!!

May 05, 2020 07:25 AM

Regrettably, MPSSAA Boys and Girls State Basketball Championships scheduled for Thursday, March 12, 2020 through Saturday, March 14, 2020, have now cancelled due to the continuing impact of the COVID-19 pandemic. Anyone who purchased an online ticket to the Boys and Girls Basketball State Championships should have already received a full refund. Continue reading for new information regarding the final status determined for team and individual awards.

Updated Statement Regarding MPSSAA Interscholastic Athletics

Apr 28, 2020 12:33 PM

The Maryland Public Secondary Schools Athletic Association (MPSSAA), after careful review and in consultation with the Maryland State Board of Education and the Dr. Karen Salmon, State Superintendent of Schools, is officially announcing the cancellation of all MPSSAA events for the remainder of the 2019-2020 school year. This includes the remainder of the 2020 Boys and Girls Basketball State Championships and all spring sports, as well as spring State Championships.

Partnership With eKnowledge Continues To Provide Donated SAT/ACT Prep Courses To MPSSAA Schools!!

Apr 10, 2020 02:00 PM

Students and parents, being at home now is a great time to take advantage of the MPSSAA and NFHS's partnership with the eKnowledge Donation Project which continues to provide donated SAT/ACT Prep Courses to our students! The program’s full price is up to $1,500, but through this partnership with the NFHS, the full price is waived and students pay only a minimal fee between $19.99 and $49.99. Select the link inside for more information and to request your donated program!