College Sports Cancelled: Reactions

The last few days have been entirely unprecedented in the history of college sports. Never before has the entire sports calendar been cleared of all of its most important events in a matter of hours. There’s no question that the NCAA did the right thing, as these cancellations are certain to save untold numbers of lives. At the same time, our hearts go out to those athletes whose collegiate careers were either abruptly interrupted or brought to a conclusion. The subsequent outpouring of confusion, sadness, solidarity, and support has been extraordinary. Below, we’ve gathered some of the many statements made by college athletes and coaches in response to this unexpected series of events.

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It appears our ‘unfinished business’ will remain just that. Disappointed but I completely understand. I love & I hurt for my team❤️ pic.twitter.com/jL5LZ6ZwVT

— Kelly Graves (@GoDucksKG) March 12, 2020

no words. can’t believe it’s over just like that. https://t.co/22AfHRltpL

— Madison Kocian (@MadisonKocian) March 12, 2020

Global Health > NCAA Sports
Student-Athlete’s Rights > NCAA Decisions

This is not the end. pic.twitter.com/XzbppcDsVl

— Heather Tarr (@CoachTarr) March 12, 2020

4 years gone in a blink of an eye. Savor every moment because you don’t know when it will be taken from you. I am so thankful for the opportunity to be able to play, and create lifelong relationships with the people I love. I will forever be grateful for UAB softball #goblazers???? pic.twitter.com/D9OD5z5j89

— Dylinn Rowland (@dylinnrowland) March 12, 2020

As coaches it’s our job to keep perspective & for the most part, we do a great job.

Today, when telling our women that the MVC & NCAA tournaments have been canceled will go down as one of the most difficult moments. I believe in & love these women. Thank u seniors!???????? #BeBlue pic.twitter.com/oqFUuHjB3G

— Jennie Baranczyk (@DrakeCoachJB) March 12, 2020

2x POY
All American.... blah blah.

With the season ending abruptly all I can do is sit here and remember the MEMORIES, THE PEOPLE, THE LOVE.

Thank you, @RiceWBB. I love y’all. I’m indebted to y’all. Every single person. The marathon still continues though, believe that. ???? pic.twitter.com/KDaSDpZl99

— Erica Ogwumike (@ericaogwumikee) March 12, 2020

Enjoying every last moment together with each other, and especially our seniors. ❤️ ???? pic.twitter.com/kcb0qmYBMX

— Lehigh W Lacrosse (@LehighWLacrosse) March 12, 2020

What you did here was worthy. It mattered. It amounted to something. We felt it.

Every day you showed up for one another. You will continue to do that for each other in whatever is next for you because teammates are for life.

It ended too soon. We love you #6 #13 #17 #18 pic.twitter.com/hGseNTMO2M

— Princeton Softball (@PUSoftball) March 12, 2020

Thank you ???? @UConnWBB pic.twitter.com/xokMRtDQjh

— Christyn Williams (@christyn2000) March 12, 2020

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— Lauren Cox (@lauren_cox15) March 13, 2020

Thankful for our seniors. ????#RoarLionRoar ???????? pic.twitter.com/jVgRiQ0GGI

— Columbia Lacrosse (@CULionsLAX) March 11, 2020

????And just like that, it’s Over! THANK YOU UCLA ????Blessed to have been apart of something so special. Coaches, Teammates, Fans, THANK YOU???????? pic.twitter.com/C32AfvUcUl

— japreece❕ (@japreece24) March 12, 2020

My heart is super heavy rn knowing that I will no longer sign another autograph or take another picture as a Gamecock. I will no longer step on CLA’s court and play with my sisters. These four years have flown & I’m forever thankful for the love that the FAMS show me Thank U❤️ pic.twitter.com/qJxed37vxu

— Tyasha Harris (@TyHarris_52) March 12, 2020

I was supposed to post this on my senior day as a tribute to Jane Sanders Stadium. Now, it is my tribute to Duck Nation. Thank you for the memories that will last a lifetime. With love, #26 ???? pic.twitter.com/mzejJNsukH

— Haley Cruse (@haley_crusee) March 12, 2020

While we're heartbroken over the sudden end to this season, we know that our bond with each other and with our Bruin family will never end.

Thank you for being on this journey with us! ???????? pic.twitter.com/Zb7T3Zd9cP

— UCLA Gymnastics (@uclagymnastics) March 13, 2020

Love thee. ❤️☘️#GoIrish pic.twitter.com/ijsyXjt2gm

— Notre Dame Women’s Lacrosse (@NDWomensLax) March 12, 2020

Loved my time at FSU ????. I’m so grateful and lucky that I had the opportunity to work under @CoachSueFSU Sad this is how it ends but I’ve cherished my time here in Tallahassee Thank you to the girls and staff for making this an unforgettable 2 years! ❤️???? pic.twitter.com/0gHmajcRvc

— Jillian Dunston (@JilliDunston) March 13, 2020

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— Navy Women’s Lacrosse (@NavyWLax) March 12, 2020

❤️ pic.twitter.com/0X15PEp90h

— Arizona Softball (@ArizonaSoftball) March 12, 2020

Unsettling and devastating but the absolute best decision for all. https://t.co/EI7LWZRb2M

— dawnstaley (@dawnstaley) March 12, 2020

I love this team #OneMore pic.twitter.com/uGz2WUvJBC

— Deanna Gumpf (@NDcoachGumpf) March 12, 2020

I never thought that my chances of living my dream out, and playing in the NCAA tournament would just be taken away. It’s frustrating to know that’s how my senior year ended, but it’s all in Gods hands now. Thank you RazorbackNation for the endless support and cheer ???? #WPS pic.twitter.com/jN9kxfF5k5

— lexx (@a2smooth_) March 13, 2020

Thank you seniors @IsabelleHaugh @alissalynn__ pic.twitter.com/Uu9z4gl40P

— Harvard Softball (@HarvardSB) March 12, 2020

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To our incredible group of senior women,

We love you, we are proud of you, and we’re so grateful you are forever #Hawkeyes. pic.twitter.com/S0PGpmuEvT

— Iowa Women's BBall (@IowaWBB) March 12, 2020

I want another year of eligibility.... https://t.co/EwiQYDQhd1

— Reili Richardson (@reilirich) March 12, 2020

As one ☘️ #GoIrish pic.twitter.com/TzsXtIBtAj

— Notre Dame Softball (@NDsoftball) March 12, 2020

Incredible year. Special team.

Thank you for everyone's support. ????#LockedN x #GoCats pic.twitter.com/Npf6sYaW3E

— Northwestern Women’s Basketball (@nuwbball) March 12, 2020