Skip To Main Content
Skip To Main Content

Stetson University Athletics

Scoreboard

Tickets, donate, shop

Sport schedule
University logo on load main University logo on scroll

Stetson Athletics CoVID-19 FAQ

Athletic Communications

Stetson Athletics FAQ Regarding Covid-19 and Return to athletics activities
 
For broader, University-wide answers to frequent questions, please visit the Safer Stetson FAQ page. The University is also regularly reporting test results from within the community. That information is available HERE.

Stetson Athletics' Plan for Resocialization of Sports is available HERE (Updated 8/26/21).

Athletics Facility Access Plans are available HERE.

Fan Attendance at Fall Athletic Events (updated August 18, 2021)

LIMITED FANS ALLOWED - Please contact the ticket office for ticket and fan attendance information for the following Athletic Programs:
Football - Click Here to Purchase Tickets
Men's Soccer - Click Here to Purchase Tickets
Volleyball - Click Here to Purchase Tickets
Women's Soccer - Click Here to Purchase Tickets


STETSON ATHLETICS TICKET OFFICE
Location: Edmunds Center
Address: 143 East Pennsylvania Avenue Deland, FL 32720
Hours: Monday - Friday, 8:00 AM - 4:30 PM
Phone: (386) 738-HATS (4287)
Email: HatterTickets@Stetson.edu
 
Q-Who do I contact if I have concerns?
A-You first point of contact should be with your team head coach, sport supervisor or the Director of Athletics. If your concerns aren't answered by one of those people, you can call the NCAA toll free at 833-661-CV19 (2819) or email covidconcerns@ncaa.org with the name of the NCAA member institution, sport and brief summary of the concern. This phone number and email will be available on NCAA platforms, including the COVID-19 webpage, social media and other communications.
 
Q-What happens if a student-athlete tests positive for Covid-19 while on campus?
A-Any student testing positive for the virus and/or having had direct exposure to an infected person will be require to quarantine.
 
Q-Will the exposed/infected student be quarantined on campus?
A-If the student resides on campus, the location of quarantine/isolation will be directed by Residential Living & Learning and meals being delivered. Students who live off campus will work with the Sports Medicine staff, in coordination with Student Health Services, on arrangements.
 
Q-Will there be tracing and notification of students who may have also been exposed?
A-For Student-Athletes, contact tracing is being managed by out Sports Medicine team of Certified Athletic Trainers in coordination with Student Health Services. They are notifying students of any potential exposure.
 
Q-In team practice situations, how often will team members be required to be tested?
A- Unvaccinated individuals whose team is in season will be tested weekly using a rapid PCR test.  Teams in their off-season will have 50% of the unvaccinated individuals tested every 2 weeks.  At this time, vaccinated individuals are not required to be tested unless they become symptomatic.  Testing parameters are subject to change dependent on guidance the CDC, NCAA, and conference affiliations. 
 
Q-What precautions are being put into place to help with detection/identification of students who may have been exposed before they enter a locker room or group practice? 
A-Student-athletes and staff will be required to report any symptoms to their teams Athletic Trainer immediately for evaluation so the proper steps can be taken for potential diagnosis and treatment while reducing the exposure risk to others within athletics. 
 
Q-Will hand sanitizer be readily available for all who enter those environments?
A- Sanitizer for everyone! It's all over the place on our campuses.
 
Q-If there is an exposure or confirmed case of the virus, where will students go for proper medical treatment? What is the process for treating potential cases?
A-Any student showing symptoms will be sent to the University Health Service for diagnosis and, if needed, additional testing and medical treatment. Our Health Services and Athletic Department are aligned with Advent Health, a local hospital group. The hospital is less than one mile from campus.
 
Q-What happens if a student-athlete is hospitalized due to Covid-19?
A-Upon notification to Sports Medicine of a student-athlete being hospitalized due to COVID-19, our team physicians and athletics administration will be informed immediately. A member of the Sports Medicine staff will communicate with the student-athlete and visit him/her in the hospital if allowable. Sports Medicine will also reach out to the team’s head coach to provide an update on the situation. Once permission has been granted by the student-athlete, a member of the Sports Medicine staff will communicate with his/her parent(s)/guardian(s) and provide the information available at the time. Additionally, if needed based on the origin of the notification, Sports Medicine will communicate with other entities throughout the DeLand campus and apprise them of the situation.
 
Q-Will student-athletes continue to practice? If so, how will physical distancing be addressed?
A-Student-athletes are currently in Phase 3 of the Athletics COVID-19 plan while the University is in Tier 2.5 (as of Aug. 26, 2021).  Phase 3 allows for “normal” practices of all athletics teams.  When individuals are not actively participating in practice, they are expected to maintain a minimum of 3 feet of distance from those around them.  

Stetson Athletics has outlined activity Phases 1-6 within the Athletics COVID-19 plan and will continue to adjust activity based on the level of the University Tier.   

Q-When will athletic competition commence? 
A-All ASUN, MAAC, and PFL fall athletic competitions are currently scheduled and taking place.  Any adjustments made to schedules will be updated on GoHatters.com

Q-Who decides the status of fall athletics competition schedules?
Decisions related to whether fall competition schedules will be modified or discontinued may be influenced by three primary decision-making authorities:

State and local public health authorities
Member schools and athletics conferences.
Association governance: The NCAA Board of Governors has authority to determine the continuation or discontinuation of all fall sport national championships, with the exception of the Football Bowl Subdivision College Football Playoff, and divisional governance has the authority to manage requirements related to membership and student-athlete eligibility.

Q-Are there any other updates that would impact the information included in the Practice and Competition Guidance?
Yes. Experts from the American Medical Society for Sports Medicine COVID-19 Working Group have updated their exercise recommendations for college student-athletes infected with COVID-19. The updated recommendations can be found on the AMSSM website.

Q-How can I prevent infection with coronavirus?
A-The CDC considers the virus, as with all new versions of a virus, a serious public health threat. The best way to prevent infection is to avoid being exposed to this virus and by getting a vaccination. However, as a reminder, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) always recommends everyday actions to help prevent the spread of respiratory viruses, including but not limited to:
 
  • Wash your hands often with soap and water for at least 20 seconds. If soap and water are not available, use an alcohol-based hand sanitizer.
  • Avoid touching your eyes, nose and mouth with unwashed hands.
  • Avoid close contact with people who are sick.
  • Stay home when you are sick.
  • Cover your cough or sneeze with a tissue, then throw the tissue in the trash.
  • Clean and disinfect frequently touched objects and surfaces.
 
For information about face covering, please see Stetson University’s Face Covering Policy.