Just recently, the Orange County Department of Education and the California Department of Public Health released new information that they will be cancelling sports in the Fall. I am deeply concerned by the affect this will have on the students, as this year will already be tough to endure. We are being asked to wear masks at all times, have our temperatures taken daily, do some online classes, etc. If a plan is in place for us to return to school, the departments need to work harder to implement a plan to bring sports back! I truly believe that sports is crucial to the high school and college experience as it incorporates important life skills like discipline, teamwork, attitude, hard work, and most importantly, unforgettable moments with your closest friends. I propose that every athlete and coach is monitored closely in terms of their health and are prohibited from playing if showing a fever or any symptoms. However, to do away with these sports seasons all together will have a major impact on our lives getting back to normal, and for athletes who have worked hard the past 3 years to earn an athletic scholarship. We NEED our sports back, and these departments need to put more work into a plan that will benefit the millions of student-athletes not only in Orange County, but nationwide.