Howard County to require proof of COVID vaccination or weekly testing for public high school athletes

“I like the idea of having some method in place sanctioned by the [Centers for Disease Control and Prevention] to protect our student-athletes, coaches, parents and supporters,” said Walt Hagins, girls basketball coach at Oakland Mills High School. “I’m careful not to want to infringe on anyone’s free choice, but do believe that some requirement is necessary prior to us competing and engaging in the sports that we love.”