Return to Campus Updates
7/24/2020 3:21:00 PM | General
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Statement from MSU Athletics - Feb. 5
Michigan State conducted 1,477 COVID-19 PCR tests from January 28-February 4 on student-athletes and staff members. One thousand one hundred one (1101) tests were conducted on student-athletes, with two positive tests. Three hundred seventy-six (376) tests were conducted on staff members, with five positive tests.
Testing results cover PCR tests across all sports. In addition, student-athletes and staff for men's and women's basketball, hockey, volleyball and wrestling are currently taking part in the Big Ten's daily antigen testing. Men's and women's swimming and diving, men's and women's indoor track, men's and women's tennis, men's and women's golf and gymnastics are antigen testing per Big Ten designated testing schedules each week. Individuals whose antigen test returns a presumptive positive result are then required to take a PCR test, and are included in the PCR testing results data.
For the individuals who tested positive, daily check-ins with athletic training staff will continue while the individuals remain in isolation, with additional services provided as directed by the medical and administrative staffs. Further testing and physician follow-up will be required prior to returning to any level of workouts.
Since the beginning of June, Michigan State Athletics has conducted at least 7,619 COVID-19 clinical PCR tests on student-athletes and staff members. There have been at least 5,984 tests on student-athletes, with 210 positive results. Since June 15, there have been more than 1,635 tests on staff members, at locations both on and off campus, with 25 positive results.
Statement from MSU Athletics - Jan. 29
Michigan State conducted 1,420 COVID-19 PCR tests from January 21-27 on student-athletes and staff members. One thousand thirty-five (1035) tests were conducted on student-athletes, with five positive tests. Three hundred eighty-five (385) tests were conducted on staff members, with three positive tests.
Testing results cover PCR tests across all sports. In addition, student-athletes and staff for men's and women's basketball, hockey, volleyball and wrestling are currently taking part in the Big Ten's daily antigen testing. Men's and women's swimming and diving, men's and women's indoor track, men's and women's tennis, men's and women's golf and gymnastics are antigen testing per Big Ten designated testing schedules each week. Individuals whose antigen test returns a presumptive positive result are then required to take a PCR test, and are included in the PCR testing results data.
For the individuals who tested positive, daily check-ins with athletic training staff will continue while the individuals remain in isolation, with additional services provided as directed by the medical and administrative staffs. Further testing and physician follow-up will be required prior to returning to any level of workouts.
Since the beginning of June, Michigan State Athletics has conducted at least 6,142 COVID-19 clinical PCR tests on student-athletes and staff members. There have been at least 4,883 tests on student-athletes, with 208 positive results. Since June 15, there have been more than 1,259 tests on staff members, at locations both on and off campus, with 20 positive results.
Statement from MSU Athletics - Jan 22
Michigan State conducted 889 COVID-19 PCR tests from January 14-20 on student-athletes and staff members. Six hundred seventy-seven (677) tests were conducted on student-athletes, with 15 positive tests. Two hundred twelve (212) tests were conducted on staff members, with two positive tests.
Testing results cover PCR tests across all sports. In addition, student-athletes and staff for men's and women's basketball, hockey, volleyball and wrestling are currently taking part in the Big Ten's daily antigen testing. Men's and women's swimming and diving, men's and women's indoor track, men's and women's tennis, women's golf and gymnastics are antigen testing per Big Ten designated testing schedules each week. Individuals whose antigen test returns a presumptive positive result are then required to take a PCR test, and are included in the PCR testing results data.
For the individuals who tested positive, daily check-ins with athletic training staff will continue while the individuals remain in isolation, with additional services provided as directed by the medical and administrative staffs. Further testing and physician follow-up will be required prior to returning to any level of workouts.
Since the beginning of June, Michigan State Athletics has conducted at least 4,722 COVID-19 clinical PCR tests on student-athletes and staff members. There have been at least 3,848 tests on student-athletes, with 203 positive results. Since June 15, there have been more than 874 tests on staff members, at locations both on and off campus, with 17 positive results.
Statement from MSU Athletics - Jan. 15
Michigan State conducted 283 COVID-19 PCR tests from January 7-13 on student-athletes and staff members. Two hundred twenty-three (223) tests were conducted on student-athletes, with eight positive tests. Sixty (60) tests were conducted on staff members, with one positive test.
Testing results cover PCR tests across all sports. In addition, student-athletes and staff for men's and women's basketball, hockey, volleyball and wrestling are currently taking part in the Big Ten's daily antigen testing. Men's and women's swimming and diving, men's and women's indoor track and gymnastics are antigen testing per Big Ten designated testing schedules each week. Individuals whose antigen test returns a presumptive positive result are then required to take a PCR test, and are included in the PCR testing results data.
For the individuals who tested positive, daily check-ins with athletic training staff will continue while the individuals remain in isolation, with additional services provided as directed by the medical and administrative staffs. Further testing and physician follow-up will be required prior to returning to any level of workouts.
Since the beginning of June, Michigan State Athletics has conducted at least 3,833 COVID-19 clinical PCR tests on student-athletes and staff members. There have been at least 3,171 tests on student-athletes, with 188 positive results. Since June 15, there have been more than 662 tests on staff members, at locations both on and off campus, with 15 positive results.
Statement from MSU Athletics - Jan. 8
Michigan State conducted 123 COVID-19 PCR tests from December 30-January 6 on student-athletes and staff members. One hundred and five (105) student-athletes were tested, with two positive tests. Eighteen (18) staff members were tested, with no positive tests.
For the individuals who tested positive, daily check-ins with athletic training staff will continue while the individuals remain in isolation, with additional services provided as directed by the medical and administrative staffs. Further testing and physician follow-up will be required prior to returning to any level of workouts.
Since the beginning of June, Michigan State Athletics has conducted at least 3,550 COVID-19 clinical PCR tests on student-athletes and staff members. There have been at least 2,948 tests on student-athletes, with
Statement from MSU Athletics - Dec. 30
Michigan State conducted 112 COVID-19 PCR tests from December 17-29 on student-athletes and staff members. Seventy-eight (78) student-athletes were tested, with two positive tests. Thirty-four (34) staff members were tested, with no positive tests.
Testing results cover PCR tests across all sports. In addition, student-athletes and staff for men's and women's basketball, hockey, volleyball and wrestling are currently taking part in the Big Ten's daily antigen testing. Swimming and diving and gymnastics are antigen testing per Big Ten designated testing schedules each week. Individuals whose antigen test returns a presumptive positive result are then required to take a PCR test, and are included in the PCR testing results data.
For the individuals who tested positive, daily check-ins with athletic training staff will continue while the individuals remain in isolation, with additional services provided as directed by the medical and administrative staffs. Further testing and physician follow-up will be required prior to returning to any level of workouts.
Since the beginning of June, Michigan State Athletics has conducted at least 3,427 COVID-19 clinical PCR tests on student-athletes and staff members. There have been at least 2,843 tests on student-athletes, with 178 positive results. Since June 15, there have been more than 584 tests on staff members, at locations both on and off campus, with 14 positive results.
Statement from MSU Athletics - Dec. 18
Michigan State conducted 91 COVID-19 PCR tests from December 10-16 on student-athletes and staff members. Sixty-nine (69) student-athletes were tested, with two positive tests. Twenty-two (22) staff members were tested, with one positive test.
Testing results cover PCR tests across all sports. In addition, student-athletes and staff for football, men's and women's basketball and hockey are currently taking part in the Big Ten's daily antigen testing. Those individuals would only be required to take a PCR test, and be included in the PCR testing results data, should their daily antigen test return a presumptive positive result.
For the individuals who tested positive, daily check-ins with athletic training staff will continue while the individuals remain in isolation, with additional services provided as directed by the medical and administrative staffs. Further testing and physician follow-up will be required prior to returning to any level of workouts.
Since the beginning of June, Michigan State Athletics has conducted at least 3,315 COVID-19 clinical PCR tests on student-athletes and staff members. There have been at least 2,765 tests on student-athletes, with 176 positive results. Since June 15, there have been more than 550 tests on staff members, at locations both on and off campus, with 14 positive results.
Statement from MSU Athletics - Dec. 11
Michigan State conducted 56 COVID-19 PCR tests from December 3-9 on student-athletes and staff members. Twenty-four (24) student-athletes were tested, with two positive tests. Thirty-two (32) staff members were tested, with no positive tests.
Testing results cover PCR tests across all sports. In addition, student-athletes and staff for football, men's and women's basketball and hockey are currently taking part in the Big Ten's daily antigen testing. Those individuals would only be required to take a PCR test, and be included in the PCR testing results data, should their daily antigen test return a presumptive positive result.
For the individuals who tested positive, daily check-ins with athletic training staff will continue while the individuals remain in isolation, with additional services provided as directed by the medical and administrative staffs. Further testing and physician follow-up will be required prior to returning to any level of workouts.
Since the beginning of June, Michigan State Athletics has conducted at least 3,224 COVID-19 clinical PCR tests on student-athletes and staff members. There have been at least 2,696 tests on student-athletes, with 174 positive results. Since June 15, there have been more than 528 tests on staff members, at locations both on and off campus, with 13 positive results.
Statement from MSU Athletics - Dec. 4
Michigan State conducted 26 COVID-19 PCR tests from November 26-December 2 on student-athletes and staff members. Twenty (20) student-athletes were tested, with one positive test. Six staff members were tested, with no positive tests.
Testing results cover PCR tests across all sports. In addition, student-athletes and staff for football, men's and women's basketball and hockey are currently taking part in the Big Ten's daily antigen testing. Those individuals would only be required to take a PCR test, and be included in the PCR testing results data, should their daily antigen test return a presumptive positive result.
For the individual who tested positive, daily check-ins with athletic training staff will continue while the individuals remain in isolation, with additional services provided as directed by the medical and administrative staffs. Further testing and physician follow-up will be required prior to returning to any level of workouts.
Since the beginning of June, Michigan State Athletics has conducted at least 3,168 COVID-19 clinical PCR tests on student-athletes and staff members. There have been at least 2,672 tests on student-athletes, with 172 positive results. Since June 15, there have been more than 496 tests on staff members, at locations both on and off campus, with 13 positive results.
Statement from Michigan State Athletics - Nov. 27
Michigan State conducted 40 COVID-19 PCR tests from November 20-25 on student-athletes and staff members. Thirty-three (33) student-athletes were tested, with four positive tests. Seven staff members were tested, with one positive test.
Data for testing results covers PCR tests across all sports. In addition, student-athletes and staff for football, men's and women's basketball and hockey are currently taking part in the Big Ten's daily antigen testing. Those individuals would only be required to take a PCR test, and be included in the PCR testing results data, should their daily antigen test return a presumptive positive result.
For the individuals who tested positive, daily check-ins with athletic training staff will continue while the individuals remain in isolation, with additional services provided as directed by the medical and administrative staffs. Further testing and physician follow-up will be required prior to returning to any level of workouts.
Since the beginning of June, Michigan State Athletics has conducted at least 3,142 COVID-19 clinical PCR tests on student-athletes and staff members. There have been at least 2,652 tests on student-athletes, with 171 positive results. Since June 15, there have been more than 490 tests on staff members, at locations both on and off campus, with 13 positive results.
Statement from Michigan State Athletics - Nov. 20
Michigan State conducted 86 COVID-19 PCR tests from November 12-19 on student-athletes and staff members. Fifty-nine (59) student-athletes were tested, with four positive tests. Twenty-seven (27) staff members were tested, with one positive test.
For the individuals who tested positive, daily check-ins with athletic training staff will continue while the individuals remain in isolation, with additional services provided as directed by the medical and administrative staffs. Further testing and physician follow-up will be required prior to returning to any level of workouts.
Since the beginning of June, Michigan State Athletics has conducted at least 3,102 COVID-19 clinical PCR tests on student-athletes and staff members. There have been at least 2,619 tests on student-athletes, with 167 positive results. Since June 15, there have been more than 483 tests on staff members, at locations both on and off campus, with 12 positive results.
Statement from MSU Athletics - Nov. 13
Michigan State conducted 97 COVID-19 PCR tests from November 6-11 on student-athletes and staff members. Ninety-two (92) student-athletes were tested, with 15 positive tests. Five staff members were tested, with two positive tests.
For the individuals who tested positive, daily check-ins with athletic training staff will continue while the individuals remain in isolation, with additional services provided as directed by the medical and administrative staffs. Further testing and physician follow-up will be required prior to returning to any level of workouts.
Since the beginning of June, Michigan State Athletics has conducted at least 3,016 COVID-19 clinical PCR tests on student-athletes and staff members. There have been at least 2,560 tests on student-athletes, with 163 positive results. Since June 15, there have been more than 456 tests on staff members, at locations both on and off campus, with 11 positive results.
Statement from MSU Athletics - Nov. 6
Michigan State conducted 71 COVID-19 PCR tests from October 29-November 5 on student-athletes and staff members. Sixty (60) student-athletes were tested, with four positive tests. Eleven staff members were tested, with no positive tests.
For the individuals who tested positive, daily check-ins with athletic training staff will continue while the individuals remain in isolation, with additional services provided as directed by the medical and administrative staffs. Further testing and physician follow-up will be required prior to returning to any level of workouts.
Since the beginning of June, Michigan State Athletics has conducted at least 2,919 COVID-19 clinical PCR tests on student-athletes and staff members. There have been at least 2,468 tests on student-athletes, with 148 positive results. Since June 15, there have been more than 451 tests on staff members, at locations both on and off campus, with nine positive results.
Statement from MSU Athletics - Oct. 30
Michigan State conducted 48 COVID-19 PCR tests from October 23-28 on student-athletes and staff members. Thirty-eight (38) student-athletes were tested, with no positive tests. Ten staff members were tested, with one positive test.
Since the beginning of June, Michigan State Athletics has conducted at least 2,848 COVID-19 clinical PCR tests on student-athletes and staff members. There have been at least 2,408 tests on student-athletes, with 144 positive results. Since June 15, there have been more than 440 tests on staff members, at locations both on and off campus, with nine positive results.
Statement from MSU Athletics - Oct. 23
Michigan State conducted 139 COVID-19 PCR tests from October 15-22 on student-athletes and staff members. One hundred twenty-three (123) student-athletes were tested, with one testing positive. Sixteen staff members were tested, with no positive tests.
For the individual who tested positive, daily check-ins with athletic training staff will continue while the individual remain in isolation, with additional services provided as directed by the medical and administrative staffs. Further testing and physician follow-up will be required prior to returning to any level of workouts.
Since the beginning of June, Michigan State Athletics has conducted at least 2,800 COVID-19 clinical PCR tests on student-athletes and staff members. There have been at least 2,370 tests on student-athletes, with 144 positive results. Since June 15, there have been more than 430 tests on staff members, at locations both on and off campus, with eight positive results.
For the individuals who tested positive, daily check-ins with athletic training staff will continue while the individuals remain in isolation, with additional services provided as directed by the medical and administrative staffs. Further testing and physician follow-up will be required prior to returning to any level of workouts.
Student-athletes who received a second negative test were cleared to take part in workouts.
Twenty-seven athletic department staff members were tested on July 13. One individual tested positive. The staff member does not work with the sport programs already back on campus and had no exposure to student-athletes.
Statement from MSU Athletics - July 13
Michigan State conducted COVID-19 testing on 74 student-athletes on July 6. All test results were negative.
Some of the individuals being tested were newcomers and freshmen student-athletes being tested for the second time. Those receiving a second negative test result were cleared to take part in workouts. For individuals being tested for the first time, a second negative test result will be required this week before being cleared to take part in workouts.
No athletic department staff members tested positive during July 6 testing.
Statement from MSU Athletics - July 2
Michigan State conducted COVID-19 testing on 41 student-athletes on June 29. One student-athlete who had previously tested positive was tested again on June 29 and returned another positive result. All other results were negative.
For the individual who tested positive, daily check-ins with athletic training staff will continue while the individual remains in isolation, with additional services provided as directed by the medical and administrative staffs. Further testing and physician follow-up will be required prior to returning to any level of workouts.
Many of the individuals being tested were newcomers and student-athletes being tested for the first time. A second negative test result will be required next week before being cleared to take part in voluntary workouts.
No athletic department staff members tested positive during Monday's testing.
Statement From MSU Athletics - June 25
Michigan State conducted a second round of COVID-19 testing on 114 student-athletes on June 22. The number of tested student-athletes does not include the individual who tested positive on June 15, three quarantined roommates of that individual, and individuals who arrived on campus the week of June 8 to begin rehab and had an initial test at that time, in effect making their June 15 test their second negative result.
Individuals who tested negative twice are now permitted to take part in voluntary workouts. For workouts, student-athletes will be split into small groups based on the individuals with whom they live.
Two student-athletes tested positive on June 22 and will be isolated for a period of 10-14 days. Housing will be arranged based on prior living arrangements and need for isolation if living with others. During this time, daily check-ins with athletic training staff will be conducted, with additional services provided as directed by the medical and administrative staffs. Further testing and physician follow-up will be required prior to returning to any level of workouts. Additionally, one student-athlete will be required to quarantine for 14 days after initial contact tracing revealed close contact with an individual who tested positive. The Ingham County Health Department will continue to conduct further contact tracing.
No athletic department staff members tested positive during Monday's testing.
Statement From MSU Athletics - June 18
Michigan State conducted testing for COVID-19 on 124 student-athletes on Monday, June 15. One student-athlete tested positive and will be isolated for a period of 10-14 days. Housing will be arranged based on prior living arrangements and need for isolation if living with others. During this time, daily check-ins with athletic training staff will be conducted, with additional services provided as directed by the medical and administrative staffs. Further testing and physician follow-up will be required prior to returning to any level of workouts.
Student-athletes who tested negative will undergo a second round of testing on June 22. A second negative test result is required before being cleared to take part in voluntary workouts.
No athletic department staff members tested positive during Monday's testing.
Additionally, one student-athlete did not report to campus after testing positive at home last week. The student-athlete is currently recuperating, with the support of family, while at home and will return to campus once fully recovered.
Return to Campus Press Release - June 4
EAST LANSING, Mich. -- Michigan State student-athletes will begin returning to campus on June 15 in preparation for voluntary summer workouts. Returning student-athletes from the football, men's and women's basketball and volleyball programs will be the first to undergo testing.
Michigan State's plan was developed following safety guidelines from the State of Michigan Department of Health and Human Services and CDC guidelines as well as on-campus medical professionals, and guidelines provided by the Big Ten Conference and the NCAA.
"We are excited to welcome our student-athletes back to campus," Michigan State athletic director Bill Beekman said. "Our staff has put together a comprehensive plan with a clear priority on the health, safety and wellness of our student-athletes. The strict protocols will allow our student-athletes to safely work out and begin to prepare for a return to competition."
"In implementing our plan we considered guidance from many experts," Assistant Vice President for Health Sciences/MSU Health Care Chief Clinical and Medical Officer/Interim Director of Athletic Medicine Dr. Anthony Avellino said. "Our only priority was the health, safety and wellness of our student-athletes. Understanding that our knowledge surrounding COVID-19 continues to evolve, we will continue to monitor the latest medical and public health information available and make adjustments as warranted."
Returning student-athletes will report to the Clara Bell Smith Student-Athlete Academic Center on June 15 for COVID-19 testing at a dedicated time depending on sport. Following testing, student-athletes will be instructed to self-isolate in their on- or off-campus housing for one week. Student-athletes who return a positive test will be quarantined for a period of 10 days. On June 22, student-athletes who initially tested negative will be given a second round of COVID-19 testing. Student-athletes who receive a negative test during the second round will be cleared to begin voluntary summer workouts under the supervision of strength and conditioning and athletic training staffs. Student-athletes will be split into small workout groups based on the individuals with whom they live.
Michigan State athletics staff who will interact with student-athletes will also undergo testing. This includes strength and conditioning, athletic training, equipment and facilities staff members, as well as coaches who plan to meet with their student-athletes.
Anyone entering the Smith Center/Skandalaris/Duffy Daugherty Football building will enter through a single door at the Smith Center. At this check-in point, entrants will undergo a health screen for COVID-19 symptoms and a temperature check. Arrows will direct individuals in a singular direction throughout the building. Men's and women's basketball and volleyball student-athletes will encounter the same singular point of entry and health screening process at the Breslin Center. Common areas such as locker rooms, team lounges and fueling stations will remain closed. Rehabilitation appointments with athletic training and medical staff will be by appointment only.
Student-athletes will be provided face masks and required to wear them at all times in the facilities except during their workouts. They will also receive a water bottle that they are to bring to each workout. Since locker rooms will be closed, student-athletes will arrive at their dedicated facility dressed for their workout. They will bring with them the dirty clothes from the previous day's workout, and as they leave the facility for the day they will receive a clean set of workout clothes for the next day's workout.
Additional policies and procedures have been implemented to ensure that all areas and equipment utilized by student-athletes are cleaned thoroughly after each workout group, including both surface sanitizing procedures and equipment misting. In addition, high-touch areas will be regularly monitored and cleaned. Education on COVID-19 symptoms and how to stop the virus' spread will be communicated as well as posted throughout the facilities.
Per NCAA rules, voluntary, on-campus athletically related activities are permissible. Strength and conditioning coaches and athletic trainers may be present. Coaches may not be involved in a student-athletes workout. Through June 30, virtual non-physical activities (e.g., team meetings, film review, chalk talk) are permissible in all sports up to eight hours per week with one day off.
Freshmen and newcomers for football, men's and women's basketball and volleyball are scheduled to return on June 29. Hockey student-athletes will return to campus to begin their testing on July 6. Additional sports will return at a later date.
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Statement from MSU Athletics - May 28
Michigan State conducted 284 COVID-19 PCR tests from May 21-27 on student-athletes and staff members. Two hundred sixty-three (263) tests were conducted on student-athletes, with no positive tests. Twenty-one (21) tests were conducted on staff members, with no positive tests.
Since the beginning of June 2020, Michigan State Athletics has conducted at least 25,677 COVID-19 clinical PCR tests on student-athletes and staff members. There have been at least 19,553 tests on student-athletes, with 259 positive results. Since June 15, there have been more than 6,124 tests on staff members, at locations both on and off campus, with 42 positive results.
Statement from MSU Athletics - May 21
Michigan State conducted 178 COVID-19 PCR tests from May 14-20 on student-athletes and staff members. One hundred thirty-seven (137) tests were conducted on student-athletes, with no positive tests. Forty-one (41) tests were conducted on staff members, with no positive tests.
Since the beginning of June, Michigan State Athletics has conducted at least 25,393 COVID-19 clinical PCR tests on student-athletes and staff members. There have been at least 19,290 tests on student-athletes, with 259 positive results. Since June 15, there have been more than 6,103 tests on staff members, at locations both on and off campus, with 42 positive results.
Statement from MSU Athletics - May 14
Michigan State conducted 245 COVID-19 PCR tests from May 7-13 on student-athletes and staff members. One hundred ninety-four (194) tests were conducted on student-athletes, with no positive tests. Fifty-one (51) tests were conducted on staff members, with no positive tests.
Since the beginning of June, Michigan State Athletics has conducted at least 25,215 COVID-19 clinical PCR tests on student-athletes and staff members. There have been at least 19,153 tests on student-athletes, with 259 positive results. Since June 15, there have been more than 6,062 tests on staff members, at locations both on and off campus, with 42 positive results.
Statement from MSU Athletics - May 7
Michigan State conducted 281 COVID-19 PCR tests from April 30-May 6 on student-athletes and staff members. Two hundred seven (207) tests were conducted on student-athletes, with one positive test. Seventy four (74) tests were conducted on staff members, with no positive tests.
Testing results cover PCR tests across all sports. In addition, student-athletes and staff for rowing are currently taking part in the Big Ten's daily antigen testing. Men's and women's track, men's and women's golf, baseball and softball are antigen testing per Big Ten designated testing schedules each week. Individuals whose antigen test returns a presumptive positive result are then required to take a PCR test, and are included in the PCR testing results data.
Since the beginning of June, Michigan State Athletics has conducted at least 24,970 COVID-19 clinical PCR tests on student-athletes and staff members. There have been at least 18,959 tests on student-athletes, with 259 positive results. Since June 15, there have been more than 6,011 tests on staff members, at locations both on and off campus, with 42 positive results.
Statement from MSU Athletics - April 30
Michigan State conducted 764 COVID-19 PCR tests from April 23-29 on student-athletes and staff members. Five hundred twenty (520) tests were conducted on student-athletes, with no positive tests. Two hundred forty-four (244) tests were conducted on staff members, with no positive tests.
Testing results cover PCR tests across all sports. In addition, student-athletes and staff for field hockey and rowing are currently taking part in the Big Ten's daily antigen testing. Men's and women's track, men's and women's tennis, men's and women's golf, baseball and softball are antigen testing per Big Ten designated testing schedules each week. Individuals whose antigen test returns a presumptive positive result are then required to take a PCR test, and are included in the PCR testing results data.
Since the beginning of June, Michigan State Athletics has conducted at least 24,689 COVID-19 clinical PCR tests on student-athletes and staff members. There have been at least 18,752 tests on student-athletes, with 258 positive results. Since June 15, there have been more than 5,937 tests on staff members, at locations both on and off campus, with 42 positive results.
Statement from MSU Athletics - April 23
Michigan State conducted 1,336 COVID-19 PCR tests from April 16-22 on student-athletes and staff members. One thousand four (1,004) tests were conducted on student-athletes, with three positive tests. Three hundred thirty-two (332) tests were conducted on staff members, with no positive tests.
Testing results cover PCR tests across all sports. In addition, student-athletes and staff for field hockey and rowing are currently taking part in the Big Ten's daily antigen testing. Men's and women's track, men's and women's tennis, men's and women's golf, baseball and softball are antigen testing per Big Ten designated testing schedules each week. Individuals whose antigen test returns a presumptive positive result are then required to take a PCR test, and are included in the PCR testing results data.
Since the beginning of June, Michigan State Athletics has conducted at least 23,925 COVID-19 clinical PCR tests on student-athletes and staff members. There have been at least 18,232 tests on student-athletes, with 258 positive results. Since June 15, there have been more than 5,693 tests on staff members, at locations both on and off campus, with 42 positive results.
Statement from MSU Athletics - April 16
Michigan State conducted 1,411 COVID-19 PCR tests from April 9-15 on student-athletes and staff members. One thousand sixty-seven (1,067) tests were conducted on student-athletes, with two positive tests. Three hundred forty-four (344) tests were conducted on staff members, with no positive tests.
Testing results cover PCR tests across all sports. In addition, student-athletes and staff for field hockey and rowing are currently taking part in the Big Ten's daily antigen testing. Men's and women's track, men's and women's tennis, men's and women's golf, baseball and softball are antigen testing per Big Ten designated testing schedules each week. Individuals whose antigen test returns a presumptive positive result are then required to take a PCR test, and are included in the PCR testing results data.
Since the beginning of June, Michigan State Athletics has conducted at least 22,589 COVID-19 clinical PCR tests on student-athletes and staff members. There have been at least 17,228 tests on student-athletes, with 255 positive results. Since June 15, there have been more than 5,361 tests on staff members, at locations both on and off campus, with 42 positive results.
Statement from MSU Athletics- April 9
Michigan State conducted 1,464 COVID-19 PCR tests from April 2-8 on student-athletes and staff members. One thousand one hundred (1,100) tests were conducted on student-athletes, with two positive tests. Three hundred sixty-four (364) tests were conducted on staff members, with five positive tests.
Testing results cover PCR tests across all sports. In addition, student-athletes and staff for men's and women's soccer, field hockey and rowing are currently taking part in the Big Ten's daily antigen testing. Men's and women's track, men's and women's tennis, men's and women's golf, baseball and softball are antigen testing per Big Ten designated testing schedules each week. Individuals whose antigen test returns a presumptive positive result are then required to take a PCR test, and are included in the PCR testing results data.
Since the beginning of June, Michigan State Athletics has conducted at least 21,178 COVID-19 clinical PCR tests on student-athletes and staff members. There have been at least 16,161 tests on student-athletes, with 253 positive results. Since June 15, there have been more than 5,017 tests on staff members, at locations both on and off campus, with 42 positive results.
Statement from MSU Athletics - April 2
Michigan State conducted 1,534 COVID-19 PCR tests from March 26-April 1 on student-athletes and staff members. One thousand one hundred sixty-two (1,162) tests were conducted on student-athletes, with seven positive tests. Three hundred seventy-two (372) tests were conducted on staff members, with six positive tests.
Testing results cover PCR tests across all sports. In addition, student-athletes and staff for men's and women's soccer, volleyball, field hockey and rowing are currently taking part in the Big Ten's daily antigen testing. Men's and women's track, men's and women's tennis, men's and women's golf, baseball and softball are antigen testing per Big Ten designated testing schedules each week. Individuals whose antigen test returns a presumptive positive result are then required to take a PCR test, and are included in the PCR testing results data.
Since the beginning of June, Michigan State Athletics has conducted at least 19,714 COVID-19 clinical PCR tests on student-athletes and staff members. There have been at least 15,061 tests on student-athletes, with 251 positive results. Since June 15, there have been more than 4,653 tests on staff members, at locations both on and off campus, with 37 positive results.
Statement from MSU Athletics - March 26
Michigan State conducted 1,552 COVID-19 PCR tests from March 19-25 on student-athletes and staff members. One thousand one hundred sixty (1,160) tests were conducted on student-athletes, with three positive tests. Three hundred ninety-two (392) tests were conducted on staff members, with three positive tests.
Testing results cover PCR tests across all sports. In addition, student-athletes and staff for men's and women's soccer, volleyball, field hockey and rowing are currently taking part in the Big Ten's daily antigen testing. Men's and women's track, men's and women's tennis, men's and women's golf, baseball and softball are antigen testing per Big Ten designated testing schedules each week. Individuals whose antigen test returns a presumptive positive result are then required to take a PCR test, and are included in the PCR testing results data.
Since the beginning of June, Michigan State Athletics has conducted at least 18,180 COVID-19 clinical PCR tests on student-athletes and staff members. There have been at least 13,899 tests on student-athletes, with 244 positive results. Since June 15, there have been more than 4,281 tests on staff members, at locations both on and off campus, with 31 positive results.
Statement from MSU Athletics - March 19
Michigan State conducted 1,507 COVID-19 PCR tests from March 12-18 on student-athletes and staff members. One thousand one hundred sixty-three (1,163) tests were conducted on student-athletes, with three positive tests. Three hundred forty-four (344) tests were conducted on staff members, with no positive tests.
Testing results cover PCR tests across all sports. In addition, student-athletes and staff for men's and women's basketball, men's and women's soccer, hockey, volleyball, wrestling, field hockey and rowing are currently taking part in the Big Ten's daily antigen testing. Women's swimming and diving, men's and women's track, men's and women's tennis, men's and women's golf, gymnastics, baseball and softball are antigen testing per Big Ten designated testing schedules each week. Individuals whose antigen test returns a presumptive positive result are then required to take a PCR test, and are included in the PCR testing results data.
Since the beginning of June, Michigan State Athletics has conducted at least 16,628 COVID-19 clinical PCR tests on student-athletes and staff members. There have been at least 12,739 tests on student-athletes, with 241 positive results. Since June 15, there have been more than 3,889 tests on staff members, at locations both on and off campus, with 28 positive results.
Statement from MSU Athletics - March 12
Michigan State conducted 1,572 COVID-19 PCR tests from March 5-11 on student-athletes and staff members. One thousand one hundred fifty-six (1156) tests were conducted on student-athletes, with eight positive tests. Four hundred sixteen (416) tests were conducted on staff members, with no positive tests.
Testing results cover PCR tests across all sports. In addition, student-athletes and staff for men's and women's basketball, men's and women's soccer, hockey, volleyball, wrestling, field hockey and rowing are currently taking part in the Big Ten's daily antigen testing. Men's and women's swimming and diving, men's and women's indoor track, men's and women's tennis, men's and women's golf, gymnastics, baseball and softball are antigen testing per Big Ten designated testing schedules each week. Individuals whose antigen test returns a presumptive positive result are then required to take a PCR test, and are included in the PCR testing results data.
Since the beginning of June, Michigan State Athletics has conducted at least 15,121 COVID-19 clinical PCR tests on student-athletes and staff members. There have been at least 11,576 tests on student-athletes, with 238 positive results. Since June 15, there have been more than 3,545 tests on staff members, at locations both on and off campus, with 28 positive results.
Statement from MSU Athletics - March 5
Michigan State conducted 1,568 COVID-19 PCR tests from February 26-March 4 on student-athletes and staff members. One thousand one hundred sixty-one (1161) tests were conducted on student-athletes, with eight positive tests. Four hundred seven (407) tests were conducted on staff members, with three positive tests.
Testing results cover PCR tests across all sports. In addition, student-athletes and staff for men's and women's basketball, men's and women's soccer, hockey, volleyball, wrestling, field hockey and rowing are currently taking part in the Big Ten's daily antigen testing. Men's and women's swimming and diving, men's and women's indoor track, men's and women's tennis, men's and women's golf, gymnastics, baseball and softball are antigen testing per Big Ten designated testing schedules each week. Individuals whose antigen test returns a presumptive positive result are then required to take a PCR test, and are included in the PCR testing results data.
Since the beginning of June, Michigan State Athletics has conducted at least 13,549 COVID-19 clinical PCR tests on student-athletes and staff members. There have been at least 10,420 tests on student-athletes, with 230 positive results. Since June 15, there have been more than 3,129 tests on staff members, at locations both on and off campus, with 28 positive results.
Statement from MSU Athletics - Feb. 26
Michigan State conducted 1,548 COVID-19 PCR tests from February 19-25 on student-athletes and staff members. One thousand one hundred eighty (1,180) tests were conducted on student-athletes, with six positive tests. Three hundred sixty-eight (368) tests were conducted on staff members, with no positive tests.
Testing results cover PCR tests across all sports. In addition, student-athletes and staff for men's and women's basketball, men's and women's soccer, hockey, volleyball, wrestling field hockey and rowing are currently taking part in the Big Ten's daily antigen testing. Men's and women's swimming and diving, men's and women's indoor track, men's and women's tennis, men's and women's golf, gymnastics, baseball and softball are antigen testing per Big Ten designated testing schedules each week. Individuals whose antigen test returns a presumptive positive result are then required to take a PCR test, and are included in the PCR testing results data.
Since the beginning of June, Michigan State Athletics has conducted at least 11,981 COVID-19 clinical PCR tests on student-athletes and staff members. There have been at least 9,259 tests on student-athletes, with 222 positive results. Since June 15, there have been more than 2,722 tests on staff members, at locations both on and off campus, with 25 positive results.
Statement from MSU Athletics - Feb. 19
Michigan State conducted 1,383 COVID-19 PCR tests from February 12-18 on student-athletes and staff members. One thousand fifty-one (1,051) tests were conducted on student-athletes, with no positive tests. Three hundred thirty-two (332) tests were conducted on staff members, with no positive tests.
Testing results cover PCR tests across all sports. In addition, student-athletes and staff for men's and women's basketball, men's and women's soccer, hockey, volleyball, wrestling field hockey and rowing are currently taking part in the Big Ten's daily antigen testing. Men's and women's swimming and diving, men's and women's indoor track, men's and women's tennis, men's and women's golf, gymnastics and softball are antigen testing per Big Ten designated testing schedules each week. Individuals whose antigen test returns a presumptive positive result are then required to take a PCR test, and are included in the PCR testing results data.
Since the beginning of June, Michigan State Athletics has conducted at least 10,433 COVID-19 clinical PCR tests on student-athletes and staff members. There have been at least 8,079 tests on student-athletes, with 216 positive results. Since June 15, there have been more than 2,354 tests on staff members, at locations both on and off campus, with 25 positive results.
Statement from MSU Athletics - Feb. 12
Michigan State conducted 284 COVID-19 PCR tests from May 21-27 on student-athletes and staff members. Two hundred sixty-three (263) tests were conducted on student-athletes, with no positive tests. Twenty-one (21) tests were conducted on staff members, with no positive tests.
Since the beginning of June 2020, Michigan State Athletics has conducted at least 25,677 COVID-19 clinical PCR tests on student-athletes and staff members. There have been at least 19,553 tests on student-athletes, with 259 positive results. Since June 15, there have been more than 6,124 tests on staff members, at locations both on and off campus, with 42 positive results.
Statement from MSU Athletics - May 21
Michigan State conducted 178 COVID-19 PCR tests from May 14-20 on student-athletes and staff members. One hundred thirty-seven (137) tests were conducted on student-athletes, with no positive tests. Forty-one (41) tests were conducted on staff members, with no positive tests.
Since the beginning of June, Michigan State Athletics has conducted at least 25,393 COVID-19 clinical PCR tests on student-athletes and staff members. There have been at least 19,290 tests on student-athletes, with 259 positive results. Since June 15, there have been more than 6,103 tests on staff members, at locations both on and off campus, with 42 positive results.
Statement from MSU Athletics - May 14
Michigan State conducted 245 COVID-19 PCR tests from May 7-13 on student-athletes and staff members. One hundred ninety-four (194) tests were conducted on student-athletes, with no positive tests. Fifty-one (51) tests were conducted on staff members, with no positive tests.
Since the beginning of June, Michigan State Athletics has conducted at least 25,215 COVID-19 clinical PCR tests on student-athletes and staff members. There have been at least 19,153 tests on student-athletes, with 259 positive results. Since June 15, there have been more than 6,062 tests on staff members, at locations both on and off campus, with 42 positive results.
Statement from MSU Athletics - May 7
Michigan State conducted 281 COVID-19 PCR tests from April 30-May 6 on student-athletes and staff members. Two hundred seven (207) tests were conducted on student-athletes, with one positive test. Seventy four (74) tests were conducted on staff members, with no positive tests.
Testing results cover PCR tests across all sports. In addition, student-athletes and staff for rowing are currently taking part in the Big Ten's daily antigen testing. Men's and women's track, men's and women's golf, baseball and softball are antigen testing per Big Ten designated testing schedules each week. Individuals whose antigen test returns a presumptive positive result are then required to take a PCR test, and are included in the PCR testing results data.
Since the beginning of June, Michigan State Athletics has conducted at least 24,970 COVID-19 clinical PCR tests on student-athletes and staff members. There have been at least 18,959 tests on student-athletes, with 259 positive results. Since June 15, there have been more than 6,011 tests on staff members, at locations both on and off campus, with 42 positive results.
Statement from MSU Athletics - April 30
Michigan State conducted 764 COVID-19 PCR tests from April 23-29 on student-athletes and staff members. Five hundred twenty (520) tests were conducted on student-athletes, with no positive tests. Two hundred forty-four (244) tests were conducted on staff members, with no positive tests.
Testing results cover PCR tests across all sports. In addition, student-athletes and staff for field hockey and rowing are currently taking part in the Big Ten's daily antigen testing. Men's and women's track, men's and women's tennis, men's and women's golf, baseball and softball are antigen testing per Big Ten designated testing schedules each week. Individuals whose antigen test returns a presumptive positive result are then required to take a PCR test, and are included in the PCR testing results data.
Since the beginning of June, Michigan State Athletics has conducted at least 24,689 COVID-19 clinical PCR tests on student-athletes and staff members. There have been at least 18,752 tests on student-athletes, with 258 positive results. Since June 15, there have been more than 5,937 tests on staff members, at locations both on and off campus, with 42 positive results.
Statement from MSU Athletics - April 23
Michigan State conducted 1,336 COVID-19 PCR tests from April 16-22 on student-athletes and staff members. One thousand four (1,004) tests were conducted on student-athletes, with three positive tests. Three hundred thirty-two (332) tests were conducted on staff members, with no positive tests.
Testing results cover PCR tests across all sports. In addition, student-athletes and staff for field hockey and rowing are currently taking part in the Big Ten's daily antigen testing. Men's and women's track, men's and women's tennis, men's and women's golf, baseball and softball are antigen testing per Big Ten designated testing schedules each week. Individuals whose antigen test returns a presumptive positive result are then required to take a PCR test, and are included in the PCR testing results data.
Since the beginning of June, Michigan State Athletics has conducted at least 23,925 COVID-19 clinical PCR tests on student-athletes and staff members. There have been at least 18,232 tests on student-athletes, with 258 positive results. Since June 15, there have been more than 5,693 tests on staff members, at locations both on and off campus, with 42 positive results.
Statement from MSU Athletics - April 16
Michigan State conducted 1,411 COVID-19 PCR tests from April 9-15 on student-athletes and staff members. One thousand sixty-seven (1,067) tests were conducted on student-athletes, with two positive tests. Three hundred forty-four (344) tests were conducted on staff members, with no positive tests.
Testing results cover PCR tests across all sports. In addition, student-athletes and staff for field hockey and rowing are currently taking part in the Big Ten's daily antigen testing. Men's and women's track, men's and women's tennis, men's and women's golf, baseball and softball are antigen testing per Big Ten designated testing schedules each week. Individuals whose antigen test returns a presumptive positive result are then required to take a PCR test, and are included in the PCR testing results data.
Since the beginning of June, Michigan State Athletics has conducted at least 22,589 COVID-19 clinical PCR tests on student-athletes and staff members. There have been at least 17,228 tests on student-athletes, with 255 positive results. Since June 15, there have been more than 5,361 tests on staff members, at locations both on and off campus, with 42 positive results.
Statement from MSU Athletics- April 9
Michigan State conducted 1,464 COVID-19 PCR tests from April 2-8 on student-athletes and staff members. One thousand one hundred (1,100) tests were conducted on student-athletes, with two positive tests. Three hundred sixty-four (364) tests were conducted on staff members, with five positive tests.
Testing results cover PCR tests across all sports. In addition, student-athletes and staff for men's and women's soccer, field hockey and rowing are currently taking part in the Big Ten's daily antigen testing. Men's and women's track, men's and women's tennis, men's and women's golf, baseball and softball are antigen testing per Big Ten designated testing schedules each week. Individuals whose antigen test returns a presumptive positive result are then required to take a PCR test, and are included in the PCR testing results data.
Since the beginning of June, Michigan State Athletics has conducted at least 21,178 COVID-19 clinical PCR tests on student-athletes and staff members. There have been at least 16,161 tests on student-athletes, with 253 positive results. Since June 15, there have been more than 5,017 tests on staff members, at locations both on and off campus, with 42 positive results.
Statement from MSU Athletics - April 2
Michigan State conducted 1,534 COVID-19 PCR tests from March 26-April 1 on student-athletes and staff members. One thousand one hundred sixty-two (1,162) tests were conducted on student-athletes, with seven positive tests. Three hundred seventy-two (372) tests were conducted on staff members, with six positive tests.
Testing results cover PCR tests across all sports. In addition, student-athletes and staff for men's and women's soccer, volleyball, field hockey and rowing are currently taking part in the Big Ten's daily antigen testing. Men's and women's track, men's and women's tennis, men's and women's golf, baseball and softball are antigen testing per Big Ten designated testing schedules each week. Individuals whose antigen test returns a presumptive positive result are then required to take a PCR test, and are included in the PCR testing results data.
Since the beginning of June, Michigan State Athletics has conducted at least 19,714 COVID-19 clinical PCR tests on student-athletes and staff members. There have been at least 15,061 tests on student-athletes, with 251 positive results. Since June 15, there have been more than 4,653 tests on staff members, at locations both on and off campus, with 37 positive results.
Statement from MSU Athletics - March 26
Michigan State conducted 1,552 COVID-19 PCR tests from March 19-25 on student-athletes and staff members. One thousand one hundred sixty (1,160) tests were conducted on student-athletes, with three positive tests. Three hundred ninety-two (392) tests were conducted on staff members, with three positive tests.
Testing results cover PCR tests across all sports. In addition, student-athletes and staff for men's and women's soccer, volleyball, field hockey and rowing are currently taking part in the Big Ten's daily antigen testing. Men's and women's track, men's and women's tennis, men's and women's golf, baseball and softball are antigen testing per Big Ten designated testing schedules each week. Individuals whose antigen test returns a presumptive positive result are then required to take a PCR test, and are included in the PCR testing results data.
Since the beginning of June, Michigan State Athletics has conducted at least 18,180 COVID-19 clinical PCR tests on student-athletes and staff members. There have been at least 13,899 tests on student-athletes, with 244 positive results. Since June 15, there have been more than 4,281 tests on staff members, at locations both on and off campus, with 31 positive results.
Statement from MSU Athletics - March 19
Michigan State conducted 1,507 COVID-19 PCR tests from March 12-18 on student-athletes and staff members. One thousand one hundred sixty-three (1,163) tests were conducted on student-athletes, with three positive tests. Three hundred forty-four (344) tests were conducted on staff members, with no positive tests.
Testing results cover PCR tests across all sports. In addition, student-athletes and staff for men's and women's basketball, men's and women's soccer, hockey, volleyball, wrestling, field hockey and rowing are currently taking part in the Big Ten's daily antigen testing. Women's swimming and diving, men's and women's track, men's and women's tennis, men's and women's golf, gymnastics, baseball and softball are antigen testing per Big Ten designated testing schedules each week. Individuals whose antigen test returns a presumptive positive result are then required to take a PCR test, and are included in the PCR testing results data.
Since the beginning of June, Michigan State Athletics has conducted at least 16,628 COVID-19 clinical PCR tests on student-athletes and staff members. There have been at least 12,739 tests on student-athletes, with 241 positive results. Since June 15, there have been more than 3,889 tests on staff members, at locations both on and off campus, with 28 positive results.
Statement from MSU Athletics - March 12
Michigan State conducted 1,572 COVID-19 PCR tests from March 5-11 on student-athletes and staff members. One thousand one hundred fifty-six (1156) tests were conducted on student-athletes, with eight positive tests. Four hundred sixteen (416) tests were conducted on staff members, with no positive tests.
Testing results cover PCR tests across all sports. In addition, student-athletes and staff for men's and women's basketball, men's and women's soccer, hockey, volleyball, wrestling, field hockey and rowing are currently taking part in the Big Ten's daily antigen testing. Men's and women's swimming and diving, men's and women's indoor track, men's and women's tennis, men's and women's golf, gymnastics, baseball and softball are antigen testing per Big Ten designated testing schedules each week. Individuals whose antigen test returns a presumptive positive result are then required to take a PCR test, and are included in the PCR testing results data.
Since the beginning of June, Michigan State Athletics has conducted at least 15,121 COVID-19 clinical PCR tests on student-athletes and staff members. There have been at least 11,576 tests on student-athletes, with 238 positive results. Since June 15, there have been more than 3,545 tests on staff members, at locations both on and off campus, with 28 positive results.
Statement from MSU Athletics - March 5
Michigan State conducted 1,568 COVID-19 PCR tests from February 26-March 4 on student-athletes and staff members. One thousand one hundred sixty-one (1161) tests were conducted on student-athletes, with eight positive tests. Four hundred seven (407) tests were conducted on staff members, with three positive tests.
Testing results cover PCR tests across all sports. In addition, student-athletes and staff for men's and women's basketball, men's and women's soccer, hockey, volleyball, wrestling, field hockey and rowing are currently taking part in the Big Ten's daily antigen testing. Men's and women's swimming and diving, men's and women's indoor track, men's and women's tennis, men's and women's golf, gymnastics, baseball and softball are antigen testing per Big Ten designated testing schedules each week. Individuals whose antigen test returns a presumptive positive result are then required to take a PCR test, and are included in the PCR testing results data.
Since the beginning of June, Michigan State Athletics has conducted at least 13,549 COVID-19 clinical PCR tests on student-athletes and staff members. There have been at least 10,420 tests on student-athletes, with 230 positive results. Since June 15, there have been more than 3,129 tests on staff members, at locations both on and off campus, with 28 positive results.
Statement from MSU Athletics - Feb. 26
Michigan State conducted 1,548 COVID-19 PCR tests from February 19-25 on student-athletes and staff members. One thousand one hundred eighty (1,180) tests were conducted on student-athletes, with six positive tests. Three hundred sixty-eight (368) tests were conducted on staff members, with no positive tests.
Testing results cover PCR tests across all sports. In addition, student-athletes and staff for men's and women's basketball, men's and women's soccer, hockey, volleyball, wrestling field hockey and rowing are currently taking part in the Big Ten's daily antigen testing. Men's and women's swimming and diving, men's and women's indoor track, men's and women's tennis, men's and women's golf, gymnastics, baseball and softball are antigen testing per Big Ten designated testing schedules each week. Individuals whose antigen test returns a presumptive positive result are then required to take a PCR test, and are included in the PCR testing results data.
Since the beginning of June, Michigan State Athletics has conducted at least 11,981 COVID-19 clinical PCR tests on student-athletes and staff members. There have been at least 9,259 tests on student-athletes, with 222 positive results. Since June 15, there have been more than 2,722 tests on staff members, at locations both on and off campus, with 25 positive results.
Statement from MSU Athletics - Feb. 19
Michigan State conducted 1,383 COVID-19 PCR tests from February 12-18 on student-athletes and staff members. One thousand fifty-one (1,051) tests were conducted on student-athletes, with no positive tests. Three hundred thirty-two (332) tests were conducted on staff members, with no positive tests.
Testing results cover PCR tests across all sports. In addition, student-athletes and staff for men's and women's basketball, men's and women's soccer, hockey, volleyball, wrestling field hockey and rowing are currently taking part in the Big Ten's daily antigen testing. Men's and women's swimming and diving, men's and women's indoor track, men's and women's tennis, men's and women's golf, gymnastics and softball are antigen testing per Big Ten designated testing schedules each week. Individuals whose antigen test returns a presumptive positive result are then required to take a PCR test, and are included in the PCR testing results data.
Since the beginning of June, Michigan State Athletics has conducted at least 10,433 COVID-19 clinical PCR tests on student-athletes and staff members. There have been at least 8,079 tests on student-athletes, with 216 positive results. Since June 15, there have been more than 2,354 tests on staff members, at locations both on and off campus, with 25 positive results.
Statement from MSU Athletics - Feb. 12
Michigan State conducted 1,431 COVID-19 PCR tests from February 5-11 on student-athletes and staff members. One thousand forty-four (1,044) tests were conducted on student-athletes, with six positive tests. Three hundred eighty-seven (387) tests were conducted on staff members, with no positive tests.
Testing results cover PCR tests across all sports. In addition, student-athletes and staff for men's and women's basketball, men's and women's soccer, hockey, volleyball and wrestling are currently taking part in the Big Ten's daily antigen testing. Men's and women's swimming and diving, men's and women's indoor track, men's and women's tennis, men's and women's golf and gymnastics are antigen testing per Big Ten designated testing schedules each week. Individuals whose antigen test returns a presumptive positive result are then required to take a PCR test, and are included in the PCR testing results data.For the individuals who tested positive, daily check-ins with athletic training staff will continue while the individuals remain in isolation, with additional services provided as directed by the medical and administrative staffs. Further testing and physician follow-up will be required prior to returning to any level of workouts.
Since the beginning of June, Michigan State Athletics has conducted at least 9,050 COVID-19 clinical PCR tests on student-athletes and staff members. There have been at least 7,028 tests on student-athletes, with 216 positive results. Since June 15, there have been more than 2,022 tests on staff members, at locations both on and off campus, with 25 positive results.
Statement from MSU Athletics - Feb. 5
Michigan State conducted 1,477 COVID-19 PCR tests from January 28-February 4 on student-athletes and staff members. One thousand one hundred one (1101) tests were conducted on student-athletes, with two positive tests. Three hundred seventy-six (376) tests were conducted on staff members, with five positive tests.
Testing results cover PCR tests across all sports. In addition, student-athletes and staff for men's and women's basketball, hockey, volleyball and wrestling are currently taking part in the Big Ten's daily antigen testing. Men's and women's swimming and diving, men's and women's indoor track, men's and women's tennis, men's and women's golf and gymnastics are antigen testing per Big Ten designated testing schedules each week. Individuals whose antigen test returns a presumptive positive result are then required to take a PCR test, and are included in the PCR testing results data.
For the individuals who tested positive, daily check-ins with athletic training staff will continue while the individuals remain in isolation, with additional services provided as directed by the medical and administrative staffs. Further testing and physician follow-up will be required prior to returning to any level of workouts.
Since the beginning of June, Michigan State Athletics has conducted at least 7,619 COVID-19 clinical PCR tests on student-athletes and staff members. There have been at least 5,984 tests on student-athletes, with 210 positive results. Since June 15, there have been more than 1,635 tests on staff members, at locations both on and off campus, with 25 positive results.
Statement from MSU Athletics - Jan. 29
Michigan State conducted 1,420 COVID-19 PCR tests from January 21-27 on student-athletes and staff members. One thousand thirty-five (1035) tests were conducted on student-athletes, with five positive tests. Three hundred eighty-five (385) tests were conducted on staff members, with three positive tests.
Testing results cover PCR tests across all sports. In addition, student-athletes and staff for men's and women's basketball, hockey, volleyball and wrestling are currently taking part in the Big Ten's daily antigen testing. Men's and women's swimming and diving, men's and women's indoor track, men's and women's tennis, men's and women's golf and gymnastics are antigen testing per Big Ten designated testing schedules each week. Individuals whose antigen test returns a presumptive positive result are then required to take a PCR test, and are included in the PCR testing results data.
For the individuals who tested positive, daily check-ins with athletic training staff will continue while the individuals remain in isolation, with additional services provided as directed by the medical and administrative staffs. Further testing and physician follow-up will be required prior to returning to any level of workouts.
Since the beginning of June, Michigan State Athletics has conducted at least 6,142 COVID-19 clinical PCR tests on student-athletes and staff members. There have been at least 4,883 tests on student-athletes, with 208 positive results. Since June 15, there have been more than 1,259 tests on staff members, at locations both on and off campus, with 20 positive results.
Statement from MSU Athletics - Jan 22
Michigan State conducted 889 COVID-19 PCR tests from January 14-20 on student-athletes and staff members. Six hundred seventy-seven (677) tests were conducted on student-athletes, with 15 positive tests. Two hundred twelve (212) tests were conducted on staff members, with two positive tests.
Testing results cover PCR tests across all sports. In addition, student-athletes and staff for men's and women's basketball, hockey, volleyball and wrestling are currently taking part in the Big Ten's daily antigen testing. Men's and women's swimming and diving, men's and women's indoor track, men's and women's tennis, women's golf and gymnastics are antigen testing per Big Ten designated testing schedules each week. Individuals whose antigen test returns a presumptive positive result are then required to take a PCR test, and are included in the PCR testing results data.
For the individuals who tested positive, daily check-ins with athletic training staff will continue while the individuals remain in isolation, with additional services provided as directed by the medical and administrative staffs. Further testing and physician follow-up will be required prior to returning to any level of workouts.
Since the beginning of June, Michigan State Athletics has conducted at least 4,722 COVID-19 clinical PCR tests on student-athletes and staff members. There have been at least 3,848 tests on student-athletes, with 203 positive results. Since June 15, there have been more than 874 tests on staff members, at locations both on and off campus, with 17 positive results.
Statement from MSU Athletics - Jan. 15
Michigan State conducted 283 COVID-19 PCR tests from January 7-13 on student-athletes and staff members. Two hundred twenty-three (223) tests were conducted on student-athletes, with eight positive tests. Sixty (60) tests were conducted on staff members, with one positive test.
Testing results cover PCR tests across all sports. In addition, student-athletes and staff for men's and women's basketball, hockey, volleyball and wrestling are currently taking part in the Big Ten's daily antigen testing. Men's and women's swimming and diving, men's and women's indoor track and gymnastics are antigen testing per Big Ten designated testing schedules each week. Individuals whose antigen test returns a presumptive positive result are then required to take a PCR test, and are included in the PCR testing results data.
For the individuals who tested positive, daily check-ins with athletic training staff will continue while the individuals remain in isolation, with additional services provided as directed by the medical and administrative staffs. Further testing and physician follow-up will be required prior to returning to any level of workouts.
Since the beginning of June, Michigan State Athletics has conducted at least 3,833 COVID-19 clinical PCR tests on student-athletes and staff members. There have been at least 3,171 tests on student-athletes, with 188 positive results. Since June 15, there have been more than 662 tests on staff members, at locations both on and off campus, with 15 positive results.
Statement from MSU Athletics - Jan. 8
Michigan State conducted 123 COVID-19 PCR tests from December 30-January 6 on student-athletes and staff members. One hundred and five (105) student-athletes were tested, with two positive tests. Eighteen (18) staff members were tested, with no positive tests.
Testing results cover PCR tests across all sports. In addition, student-athletes and staff for men's and women's basketball, hockey, volleyball and wrestling are currently taking part in the Big Ten's daily antigen testing. Men's and women's swimming and diving, men's and women's indoor track and gymnastics are antigen testing per Big Ten designated testing schedules each week. Individuals whose antigen test returns a presumptive positive result are then required to take a PCR test, and are included in the PCR testing results data.
For the individuals who tested positive, daily check-ins with athletic training staff will continue while the individuals remain in isolation, with additional services provided as directed by the medical and administrative staffs. Further testing and physician follow-up will be required prior to returning to any level of workouts.
Since the beginning of June, Michigan State Athletics has conducted at least 3,550 COVID-19 clinical PCR tests on student-athletes and staff members. There have been at least 2,948 tests on student-athletes, with
Statement from MSU Athletics - Dec. 30
Michigan State conducted 112 COVID-19 PCR tests from December 17-29 on student-athletes and staff members. Seventy-eight (78) student-athletes were tested, with two positive tests. Thirty-four (34) staff members were tested, with no positive tests.
Testing results cover PCR tests across all sports. In addition, student-athletes and staff for men's and women's basketball, hockey, volleyball and wrestling are currently taking part in the Big Ten's daily antigen testing. Swimming and diving and gymnastics are antigen testing per Big Ten designated testing schedules each week. Individuals whose antigen test returns a presumptive positive result are then required to take a PCR test, and are included in the PCR testing results data.
For the individuals who tested positive, daily check-ins with athletic training staff will continue while the individuals remain in isolation, with additional services provided as directed by the medical and administrative staffs. Further testing and physician follow-up will be required prior to returning to any level of workouts.
Since the beginning of June, Michigan State Athletics has conducted at least 3,427 COVID-19 clinical PCR tests on student-athletes and staff members. There have been at least 2,843 tests on student-athletes, with 178 positive results. Since June 15, there have been more than 584 tests on staff members, at locations both on and off campus, with 14 positive results.
Statement from MSU Athletics - Dec. 18
Michigan State conducted 91 COVID-19 PCR tests from December 10-16 on student-athletes and staff members. Sixty-nine (69) student-athletes were tested, with two positive tests. Twenty-two (22) staff members were tested, with one positive test.
Testing results cover PCR tests across all sports. In addition, student-athletes and staff for football, men's and women's basketball and hockey are currently taking part in the Big Ten's daily antigen testing. Those individuals would only be required to take a PCR test, and be included in the PCR testing results data, should their daily antigen test return a presumptive positive result.
For the individuals who tested positive, daily check-ins with athletic training staff will continue while the individuals remain in isolation, with additional services provided as directed by the medical and administrative staffs. Further testing and physician follow-up will be required prior to returning to any level of workouts.
Since the beginning of June, Michigan State Athletics has conducted at least 3,315 COVID-19 clinical PCR tests on student-athletes and staff members. There have been at least 2,765 tests on student-athletes, with 176 positive results. Since June 15, there have been more than 550 tests on staff members, at locations both on and off campus, with 14 positive results.
Statement from MSU Athletics - Dec. 11
Michigan State conducted 56 COVID-19 PCR tests from December 3-9 on student-athletes and staff members. Twenty-four (24) student-athletes were tested, with two positive tests. Thirty-two (32) staff members were tested, with no positive tests.
Testing results cover PCR tests across all sports. In addition, student-athletes and staff for football, men's and women's basketball and hockey are currently taking part in the Big Ten's daily antigen testing. Those individuals would only be required to take a PCR test, and be included in the PCR testing results data, should their daily antigen test return a presumptive positive result.
For the individuals who tested positive, daily check-ins with athletic training staff will continue while the individuals remain in isolation, with additional services provided as directed by the medical and administrative staffs. Further testing and physician follow-up will be required prior to returning to any level of workouts.
Since the beginning of June, Michigan State Athletics has conducted at least 3,224 COVID-19 clinical PCR tests on student-athletes and staff members. There have been at least 2,696 tests on student-athletes, with 174 positive results. Since June 15, there have been more than 528 tests on staff members, at locations both on and off campus, with 13 positive results.
Statement from MSU Athletics - Dec. 4
Michigan State conducted 26 COVID-19 PCR tests from November 26-December 2 on student-athletes and staff members. Twenty (20) student-athletes were tested, with one positive test. Six staff members were tested, with no positive tests.
Testing results cover PCR tests across all sports. In addition, student-athletes and staff for football, men's and women's basketball and hockey are currently taking part in the Big Ten's daily antigen testing. Those individuals would only be required to take a PCR test, and be included in the PCR testing results data, should their daily antigen test return a presumptive positive result.
For the individual who tested positive, daily check-ins with athletic training staff will continue while the individuals remain in isolation, with additional services provided as directed by the medical and administrative staffs. Further testing and physician follow-up will be required prior to returning to any level of workouts.
Since the beginning of June, Michigan State Athletics has conducted at least 3,168 COVID-19 clinical PCR tests on student-athletes and staff members. There have been at least 2,672 tests on student-athletes, with 172 positive results. Since June 15, there have been more than 496 tests on staff members, at locations both on and off campus, with 13 positive results.
Statement from Michigan State Athletics - Nov. 27
Michigan State conducted 40 COVID-19 PCR tests from November 20-25 on student-athletes and staff members. Thirty-three (33) student-athletes were tested, with four positive tests. Seven staff members were tested, with one positive test.
Data for testing results covers PCR tests across all sports. In addition, student-athletes and staff for football, men's and women's basketball and hockey are currently taking part in the Big Ten's daily antigen testing. Those individuals would only be required to take a PCR test, and be included in the PCR testing results data, should their daily antigen test return a presumptive positive result.
For the individuals who tested positive, daily check-ins with athletic training staff will continue while the individuals remain in isolation, with additional services provided as directed by the medical and administrative staffs. Further testing and physician follow-up will be required prior to returning to any level of workouts.
Since the beginning of June, Michigan State Athletics has conducted at least 3,142 COVID-19 clinical PCR tests on student-athletes and staff members. There have been at least 2,652 tests on student-athletes, with 171 positive results. Since June 15, there have been more than 490 tests on staff members, at locations both on and off campus, with 13 positive results.
Statement from Michigan State Athletics - Nov. 20
Michigan State conducted 86 COVID-19 PCR tests from November 12-19 on student-athletes and staff members. Fifty-nine (59) student-athletes were tested, with four positive tests. Twenty-seven (27) staff members were tested, with one positive test.
For the individuals who tested positive, daily check-ins with athletic training staff will continue while the individuals remain in isolation, with additional services provided as directed by the medical and administrative staffs. Further testing and physician follow-up will be required prior to returning to any level of workouts.
Since the beginning of June, Michigan State Athletics has conducted at least 3,102 COVID-19 clinical PCR tests on student-athletes and staff members. There have been at least 2,619 tests on student-athletes, with 167 positive results. Since June 15, there have been more than 483 tests on staff members, at locations both on and off campus, with 12 positive results.
Statement from MSU Athletics - Nov. 13
Michigan State conducted 97 COVID-19 PCR tests from November 6-11 on student-athletes and staff members. Ninety-two (92) student-athletes were tested, with 15 positive tests. Five staff members were tested, with two positive tests.
For the individuals who tested positive, daily check-ins with athletic training staff will continue while the individuals remain in isolation, with additional services provided as directed by the medical and administrative staffs. Further testing and physician follow-up will be required prior to returning to any level of workouts.
Since the beginning of June, Michigan State Athletics has conducted at least 3,016 COVID-19 clinical PCR tests on student-athletes and staff members. There have been at least 2,560 tests on student-athletes, with 163 positive results. Since June 15, there have been more than 456 tests on staff members, at locations both on and off campus, with 11 positive results.
Statement from MSU Athletics - Nov. 6
Michigan State conducted 71 COVID-19 PCR tests from October 29-November 5 on student-athletes and staff members. Sixty (60) student-athletes were tested, with four positive tests. Eleven staff members were tested, with no positive tests.
For the individuals who tested positive, daily check-ins with athletic training staff will continue while the individuals remain in isolation, with additional services provided as directed by the medical and administrative staffs. Further testing and physician follow-up will be required prior to returning to any level of workouts.
Since the beginning of June, Michigan State Athletics has conducted at least 2,919 COVID-19 clinical PCR tests on student-athletes and staff members. There have been at least 2,468 tests on student-athletes, with 148 positive results. Since June 15, there have been more than 451 tests on staff members, at locations both on and off campus, with nine positive results.
Statement from MSU Athletics - Oct. 30
Michigan State conducted 48 COVID-19 PCR tests from October 23-28 on student-athletes and staff members. Thirty-eight (38) student-athletes were tested, with no positive tests. Ten staff members were tested, with one positive test.
Since the beginning of June, Michigan State Athletics has conducted at least 2,848 COVID-19 clinical PCR tests on student-athletes and staff members. There have been at least 2,408 tests on student-athletes, with 144 positive results. Since June 15, there have been more than 440 tests on staff members, at locations both on and off campus, with nine positive results.
Statement from MSU Athletics - Oct. 23
Michigan State conducted 139 COVID-19 PCR tests from October 15-22 on student-athletes and staff members. One hundred twenty-three (123) student-athletes were tested, with one testing positive. Sixteen staff members were tested, with no positive tests.
For the individual who tested positive, daily check-ins with athletic training staff will continue while the individual remain in isolation, with additional services provided as directed by the medical and administrative staffs. Further testing and physician follow-up will be required prior to returning to any level of workouts.
Since the beginning of June, Michigan State Athletics has conducted at least 2,800 COVID-19 clinical PCR tests on student-athletes and staff members. There have been at least 2,370 tests on student-athletes, with 144 positive results. Since June 15, there have been more than 430 tests on staff members, at locations both on and off campus, with eight positive results.
Statement from MSU Athletics - Oct. 16
Michigan State conducted 93 COVID-19 PCR tests from October 7-14 on student-athletes and staff members. Eighty-one student-athletes were tested, with three testing positive. Twelve staff members were tested, with no positive tests.
For the individuals who tested positive, daily check-ins with athletic training staff will continue while the individuals remain in isolation, with additional services provided as directed by the medical and administrative staffs. Further testing and physician follow-up will be required prior to returning to any level of workouts.
Since the beginning of June, Michigan State Athletics has conducted more than 2,660 COVID-19 clinical PCR tests on student-athletes and staff members. There have been at least 2,247 tests on student-athletes, with 143 positive results. Since June 15, there have been more than 414 tests on staff members, at locations both on and off campus, with eight positive results.
Statement from MSU Athletics - Oct. 9
Michigan State conducted 69 COVID-19 PCR tests from September 29-October 6 on student-athletes and staff members. Fifty-four student-athletes were tested, with six testing positive. Fifteen staff members were tested, with no positive tests.
For the individuals who tested positive, daily check-ins with athletic training staff will continue while the individuals remain in isolation, with additional services provided as directed by the medical and administrative staffs. Further testing and physician follow-up will be required prior to returning to any level of workouts.
Since the beginning of June, Michigan State Athletics has conducted more than 2,560 COVID-19 clinical PCR tests on student-athletes and staff members. There have been at least 2,166 tests on student-athletes, with 140 positive results. Since June 15, there have been more than 402 tests on staff members, at locations both on and off campus, with eight positive results.
From the beginning of weekly COVID announcements from Michigan State Athletics, the results reported have always been polymerase chain reaction (PCR) tests. Per Big Ten policy, football student-athletes and coaches undergo daily antigen testing six days a week. Anyone who returns a presumptive positive result from an antigen test is then required to take a PCR test. As the Big Ten announced earlier this week, when hockey begins its season, it also will utilize the daily antigen testing. Student-athletes in men's and women's basketball and volleyball are currently utilizing Michigan State's COVID-19 Early Detection Program five times a week. The program, which utilizes a saliva test, returns results either recommending or not recommending clinical diagnostic testing. Student-athletes in those three sports who receive a recommendation for clinical testing will take a PCR test. Student-athletes for Michigan State's remaining sports, none of which have an announced start date for their sport prior to Jan. 1, are also encouraged to take part in the Early Detection Program, which is free and available to all MSU students and staff. In addition, MSU will conduct weekly surveillance PCR testing on a random selection of approximately five percent of student-athletes outside of football, men's and women's basketball, hockey and volleyball. Finally, any symptomatic student-athletes from any sport are also given a PCR test.
Given the updated testing protocol described above, the positivity rate for PCR tests is likely to increase as most all of the negative individuals taking part in the Big Ten's daily antigen testing and participating in the MSU COVID-19 Early Detection Program will not undergo regular surveillance PCR testing.
Please note: Because student-athletes are tested through the university's clinical testing sites, the numbers above are included in MSU's COVID-19 dashboard.
Statement from Michigan State Athletics - Sept. 30
Michigan State conducted 178 COVID-19 PCR tests from September 22-28 on student-athletes and staff members. One hundred sixty-five (165) student-athletes were tested, with 11 testing positive. Thirteen staff members were tested, with no positive tests.
For the individuals who tested positive, daily check-ins with athletic training staff will continue while the individuals remain in isolation, with additional services provided as directed by the medical and administrative staffs. Further testing and physician follow-up will be required prior to returning to any level of workouts.
Since the beginning of June, Michigan State Athletics has conducted nearly 2,500 COVID-19 PCR tests on student-athletes and staff members. There have been at least 2,112 tests on student-athletes, with 134 positive results. Since June 15, there have been more than 387 tests on staff members, at locations both on and off campus, with eight positive results.
Please note: Because student-athletes are tested through the university's clinical testing sites, the numbers above are included in MSU's COVID-19 dashboard.
Statement from MSU Athletics - Sept. 24
Michigan State conducted 369 COVID-19 PCR tests from September 15-21 on student-athletes and staff members. Three hundred twenty-eight (328) student-athletes were tested, with 30 testing positive. Forty-one staff members were tested, with two positive tests.
For the individuals who tested positive, daily check-ins with athletic training staff will continue while the individuals remain in isolation, with additional services provided as directed by the medical and administrative staffs. Further testing and physician follow-up will be required prior to returning to any level of workouts.
Since the beginning of June, Michigan State Athletics has conducted more than 2,320 COVID-19 PCR tests on student-athletes and staff members. There have been at least 1,947 tests on student-athletes, with 123 positive results. Since June 15, there have been more than 374 tests on staff members, at locations both on and off campus, with eight positive results.
Please note: Because student-athletes are tested through the university's clinical testing sites, the numbers above are included in MSU's COVID-19 dashboard.
Statement from MSU Athletics - Sept. 18
Michigan State conducted 400 COVID-19 tests from September 7-14 on student-athletes and staff members. Three hundred seventy six (376) student-athletes were tested, with 45 testing positive. Twenty-four staff members were tested, with one positive test.
For the individuals who tested positive, daily check-ins with athletic training staff will continue while the individuals remain in isolation, with additional services provided as directed by the medical and administrative staffs. Further testing and physician follow-up will be required prior to returning to any level of workouts.
Since the beginning of June, Michigan State Athletics has conducted more than 1,950 COVID-19 tests on student-athletes and staff members. There have been more than 1,610 tests on student-athletes, with 93 positive results. Since June 15, there have been more than 333 tests on staff members, at locations both on and off campus, with six positive results.
Please note: Because student-athletes are tested through the university's clinical testing sites, the numbers above are included in MSU's COVID-19 dashboard.
Statement from MSU Athletics - Sept. 8
Michigan State conducted 197 COVID-19 tests from August 29-September 6 on student-athletes and staff members. One hundred sixty-eight (168) student-athletes were tested, with 12 testing positive. Twenty-nine staff members were tested, with no positive results.
For the individuals who tested positive, daily check-ins with athletic training staff will continue while the individuals remain in isolation, with additional services provided as directed by the medical and administrative staffs. Further testing and physician follow-up will be required prior to returning to any level of workouts.
Since the beginning of June, Michigan State Athletics has conducted more than 1,550 COVID-19 tests on student-athletes and staff members. There have been more than 1,240 tests on student-athletes, with 48 positive results. Since June 15, there have been more than 300 tests on staff members, at locations both on and off campus, with five positive results.
Statement from MSU Athletics - Aug. 31
Michigan State conducted 206 COVID-19 tests during the week of August 24-28 on student-athletes and staff members. One hundred seventy six (176) student-athletes were tested, with two testing positive. Thirty staff members were tested, with no positive results.
For the individuals who tested positive, daily check-ins with athletic training staff will continue while the individuals remain in isolation, with additional services provided as directed by the medical and administrative staffs. Further testing and physician follow-up will be required prior to returning to any level of workouts.
Since the beginning of June, Michigan State Athletics has conducted more than 1,350 COVID-19 tests on student-athletes and staff members. There have been more than 1,070 tests on student-athletes, with 36 positive results. Since June 15, there have been more than 280 tests on staff members, at locations both on and off campus, with five positive results.
Statement from MSU Athletics - Aug. 25
Michigan State conducted more than 100 COVID-19 tests during the week of August 17-21 on student-athletes and staff members. Eighty-nine student-athletes were tested, with three testing positive. Sixteen staff members were tested, with no positive results.
For the individuals who tested positive, daily check-ins with athletic training staff will continue while the individuals remain in isolation, with additional services provided as directed by the medical and administrative staffs. Further testing and physician follow-up will be required prior to returning to any level of workouts.
Since the beginning of June, Michigan State Athletics has conducted more than 1,100 COVID-19 tests on student-athletes and staff members. There have been more than 890 tests on student-athletes, with 34 positive results. (This number includes two individuals who initially tested positive off campus, and were positive when retested on campus. Only one of these two student-athletes had previously been included in the number of total positive cases.) Since June 15, there have been more than 250 tests on staff members, at locations both on and off campus, with five positive results.
Statement from MSU Athletics - Aug. 18
Michigan State conducted more than 250 COVID-19 tests from August 7-14 on student-athletes, coaches and staff. All results were negative.
Since the beginning of June, Michigan State Athletics has conducted more than 1,000 COVID-19 tests on student-athletes and staff members. There have been more than 800 tests on student-athletes, with 30 positive results. Since June 15, there have been more than 235 tests on staff members, at locations both on and off campus, with five positive results.
Statement from the Big Ten Conference - Aug. 11
The Big Ten Conference announced the postponement of the 2020-21 fall sports season, including all regular-season contests and Big Ten Championships and Tournaments, due to ongoing health and safety concerns related to the COVID-19 pandemic.
In making its decision, which was based on multiple factors, the Big Ten Conference relied on the medical advice and counsel of the Big Ten Task Force for Emerging Infectious Diseases and the Big Ten Sports Medicine Committee.
"Our primary responsibility is to make the best possible decisions in the interest of our students, faculty and staff," said Morton Schapiro, Chair of the Big Ten Council of Presidents/Chancellors and Northwestern University President.
"The mental and physical health and welfare of our student-athletes has been at the center of every decision we have made regarding the ability to proceed forward," said Big Ten Commissioner Kevin Warren. "As time progressed and after hours of discussion with our Big Ten Task Force for Emerging Infectious Diseases and the Big Ten Sports Medicine Committee, it became abundantly clear that there was too much uncertainty regarding potential medical risks to allow our student-athletes to compete this fall.
"We know how significant the student-athlete experience can be in shaping the future of the talented young women and men who compete in the Big Ten Conference. Although that knowledge made this a painstaking decision, it did not make it difficult. While I know our decision today will be disappointing in many ways for our thousands of student-athletes and their families, I am heartened and inspired by their resilience, their insightful and discerning thoughts, and their participation through our conversations to this point. Everyone associated with the Big Ten Conference and its member institutions is committed to getting everyone back to competition as soon as it is safe to do so."
The fall sports included in this announcement are men's and women's cross country, field hockey, football, men's and women's soccer, and women's volleyball. The Big Ten Conference will continue to evaluate a number of options regarding these sports, including the possibility of competition in the spring. Decisions regarding winter and spring sports will also continue to be evaluated.
The Big Ten Conference is proud of its 14 world-class research institutions and has leveraged their resources and expertise to address this pandemic over the past five months. The Big Ten Task Force for Emerging Infectious Diseases and the Big Ten Sports Medicine Committee have engaged in extensive research and sharing of materials and conversations with federal, state and local government agencies, and professional and international sports organizations in order to track and better understand the daily updates surrounding this pandemic. Their advice and counsel have been invaluable as they have worked tirelessly over the past several months in their efforts to create and maintain a safe environment for athletics.
The Big Ten Conference will continue to work with medical experts and governmental authorities to gather additional information, evaluate emerging data and technologies, and monitor developments regarding the pandemic to make the best decisions possible for the health, safety and wellness of our student-athletes.
Statement from Michigan State University President Samuel L. Stanley Jr., M.D.
"I know how disappointed the whole Spartan community is over the cancellation of fall sports. We have amazing student-athletes and fans at Michigan State University and this news is hard for many people. But safety remains our top priority, and we are still focused on creating a safe environment in which our university's mission can continue. We are committed to ensuring our students have a successful academic year.
"We will continue to work with the Big Ten Conference as we look for opportunities for athletics to resume in the future. Collectively, we need to take the necessary precautions to protect ourselves and others and follow the guidance of our health and medical experts to protect the mental and physical health of our student-athletes.
"I appreciate all the hard work so many people have put into these past several months. We have multiple factors that we are considering and evaluating, including the feedback we have received from some of our student-athletes about their safety and well-being. This open dialogue will continue."
Statement from Michigan State Athletic Director Bill Beekman
"The decision to postpone the fall season is heartbreaking. Our student-athletes have put in tireless hours of hard work to earn their scholarships and their places on our teams. They are what inspire every one of us who work in intercollegiate athletics. We understand that today's news will be devastating for many of them. As an athletic department our goal is to provide opportunities for student-athletes both academically, athletically and socially. Sadly, the time has come where we must postpone those athletic opportunities, at least for the fall.
"We appreciate the hard work put in by the university medical team and athletic training staff over the last few months. They've worked without ceasing to develop and implement a Return to Campus plan that provided an opportunity to play sports, but with never losing focus on our first priority: the health and safety of our student-athletes. The care of our student-athletes since their arrival has been exceptional.
"We tried to be in a place where we could play intercollegiate athletics, and at the time we announced our Return to Campus plan and welcomed student-athletes back on campus in June, things were trending in the right direction. However, it's become clear that we are simply not in a position to move forward.
"Over the next few months, we will continue to support the academic and social development of our student-athletes, and to whatever extent is possible, also their athletic training, while continuing to place a priority on their physical and mental health. This is a sad day in the history of Michigan State and Big Ten athletics, but we are resolute that we will continue to move forward and prepare for when we can safely return to competition."
Statement from Michigan State Football Coach Mel Tucker
"From the beginning of this public health crisis there have been many unknowns for college football, thus it was important for me to listen and follow our medical staff and medical experts' protocols for our workouts, practices and playing.
"The uncertainties caused by COVID-19 have created enormous stress for our players and their families and I am proud of their resilience. Our coaches and staff will continue to support their drive, dreams and decisions.
"While the conclusion to postpone the season is not easy for anyone, based on the medical recommendations, I respect the decision of the Big Ten Conference.
"When the medical experts tell us that we can get back to business, we'll be ready. Until then, stay safe and Go Green."
Statement from Michigan State Athletics – Aug. 3
Michigan State conducted COVID-19 testing on 127 student-athletes July 30-31. Seven student-athletes tested positive.
In addition, 50 staff members were tested during the same time period and all were negative.
All seven student-athletes who tested positive were individuals in quarantine. For the individuals who tested positive, daily check-ins with athletic training staff will continue while the individuals remain in isolation, with additional services provided as directed by the medical and administrative staffs. Further testing and physician follow-up will be required prior to returning to any level of workouts.
Members of the football team are currently quarantining or isolating, while awaiting completion of a requested 14-day quarantine that began on July 22 and runs through Aug. 4.
Since the beginning of June, Michigan State Athletics has conducted more than 800 COVID-19 tests on student-athletes and staff members. There have been a total of 651 tests on student-athletes, with 30 positive results. Since June 15, there have been more than 150 tests on staff members, at locations both on and off campus, with five positive results.
Statement from Michigan State Athletics - July 27
Michigan State conducted COVID-19 testing on 122 student-athletes the week of July 20-24. Among those testing last week, 16 student-athletes tested positive.
In addition, four athletic department staff members tested positive for COVID-19 last week (July 18-24); staff members were tested both on campus and at off-campus locations.
The two staff members and one student-athlete that tested positive for COVID-19, as previously announced, are included in these overall testing numbers from last week.
All members of the football team are currently in isolation or quarantine, while awaiting completion of a requested 14-day quarantine that began on July 22. As part of the athletic department's return to campus policy, student-athletes have been asked to quarantine when coming into close contact with an individual who tests positive for COVID-19. The university has designated areas available to house individuals in quarantine as needed based upon the living arrangements for student-athletes.
For the individuals who tested positive, daily check-ins with athletic training staff will continue while the individuals remain in isolation, with additional services provided as directed by the medical and administrative staffs. Further testing and physician follow-up will be required prior to returning to any level of workouts.
The Ingham County Health Department will continue to conduct further contact tracing.
Surveillance testing of football student-athletes will be repeated prior to their clearance to return to workouts; the earliest possible return is Aug. 4 based on the 14-day quarantine.
Since the beginning of June, Michigan State Athletics has conducted more than 600 COVID-19 tests on student-athletes and staff members. There have been a total of 524 tests on student-athletes, with 23 positive results. Since June 15, there have been more than 100 tests on staff members, at locations both on and off campus, with five positive results. Per MSU Athletics policy, student-athletes were required to receive two negative test results before getting cleared to take part in workouts.
Statement from Michigan State Athletics - July 24
Michigan State conducted 93 COVID-19 PCR tests from October 7-14 on student-athletes and staff members. Eighty-one student-athletes were tested, with three testing positive. Twelve staff members were tested, with no positive tests.
For the individuals who tested positive, daily check-ins with athletic training staff will continue while the individuals remain in isolation, with additional services provided as directed by the medical and administrative staffs. Further testing and physician follow-up will be required prior to returning to any level of workouts.
Since the beginning of June, Michigan State Athletics has conducted more than 2,660 COVID-19 clinical PCR tests on student-athletes and staff members. There have been at least 2,247 tests on student-athletes, with 143 positive results. Since June 15, there have been more than 414 tests on staff members, at locations both on and off campus, with eight positive results.
Statement from MSU Athletics - Oct. 9
Michigan State conducted 69 COVID-19 PCR tests from September 29-October 6 on student-athletes and staff members. Fifty-four student-athletes were tested, with six testing positive. Fifteen staff members were tested, with no positive tests.
For the individuals who tested positive, daily check-ins with athletic training staff will continue while the individuals remain in isolation, with additional services provided as directed by the medical and administrative staffs. Further testing and physician follow-up will be required prior to returning to any level of workouts.
Since the beginning of June, Michigan State Athletics has conducted more than 2,560 COVID-19 clinical PCR tests on student-athletes and staff members. There have been at least 2,166 tests on student-athletes, with 140 positive results. Since June 15, there have been more than 402 tests on staff members, at locations both on and off campus, with eight positive results.
From the beginning of weekly COVID announcements from Michigan State Athletics, the results reported have always been polymerase chain reaction (PCR) tests. Per Big Ten policy, football student-athletes and coaches undergo daily antigen testing six days a week. Anyone who returns a presumptive positive result from an antigen test is then required to take a PCR test. As the Big Ten announced earlier this week, when hockey begins its season, it also will utilize the daily antigen testing. Student-athletes in men's and women's basketball and volleyball are currently utilizing Michigan State's COVID-19 Early Detection Program five times a week. The program, which utilizes a saliva test, returns results either recommending or not recommending clinical diagnostic testing. Student-athletes in those three sports who receive a recommendation for clinical testing will take a PCR test. Student-athletes for Michigan State's remaining sports, none of which have an announced start date for their sport prior to Jan. 1, are also encouraged to take part in the Early Detection Program, which is free and available to all MSU students and staff. In addition, MSU will conduct weekly surveillance PCR testing on a random selection of approximately five percent of student-athletes outside of football, men's and women's basketball, hockey and volleyball. Finally, any symptomatic student-athletes from any sport are also given a PCR test.
Given the updated testing protocol described above, the positivity rate for PCR tests is likely to increase as most all of the negative individuals taking part in the Big Ten's daily antigen testing and participating in the MSU COVID-19 Early Detection Program will not undergo regular surveillance PCR testing.
Please note: Because student-athletes are tested through the university's clinical testing sites, the numbers above are included in MSU's COVID-19 dashboard.
Statement from Michigan State Athletics - Sept. 30
Michigan State conducted 178 COVID-19 PCR tests from September 22-28 on student-athletes and staff members. One hundred sixty-five (165) student-athletes were tested, with 11 testing positive. Thirteen staff members were tested, with no positive tests.
For the individuals who tested positive, daily check-ins with athletic training staff will continue while the individuals remain in isolation, with additional services provided as directed by the medical and administrative staffs. Further testing and physician follow-up will be required prior to returning to any level of workouts.
Since the beginning of June, Michigan State Athletics has conducted nearly 2,500 COVID-19 PCR tests on student-athletes and staff members. There have been at least 2,112 tests on student-athletes, with 134 positive results. Since June 15, there have been more than 387 tests on staff members, at locations both on and off campus, with eight positive results.
Please note: Because student-athletes are tested through the university's clinical testing sites, the numbers above are included in MSU's COVID-19 dashboard.
Statement from MSU Athletics - Sept. 24
Michigan State conducted 369 COVID-19 PCR tests from September 15-21 on student-athletes and staff members. Three hundred twenty-eight (328) student-athletes were tested, with 30 testing positive. Forty-one staff members were tested, with two positive tests.
For the individuals who tested positive, daily check-ins with athletic training staff will continue while the individuals remain in isolation, with additional services provided as directed by the medical and administrative staffs. Further testing and physician follow-up will be required prior to returning to any level of workouts.
Since the beginning of June, Michigan State Athletics has conducted more than 2,320 COVID-19 PCR tests on student-athletes and staff members. There have been at least 1,947 tests on student-athletes, with 123 positive results. Since June 15, there have been more than 374 tests on staff members, at locations both on and off campus, with eight positive results.
Please note: Because student-athletes are tested through the university's clinical testing sites, the numbers above are included in MSU's COVID-19 dashboard.
Statement from MSU Athletics - Sept. 18
Michigan State conducted 400 COVID-19 tests from September 7-14 on student-athletes and staff members. Three hundred seventy six (376) student-athletes were tested, with 45 testing positive. Twenty-four staff members were tested, with one positive test.
For the individuals who tested positive, daily check-ins with athletic training staff will continue while the individuals remain in isolation, with additional services provided as directed by the medical and administrative staffs. Further testing and physician follow-up will be required prior to returning to any level of workouts.
Since the beginning of June, Michigan State Athletics has conducted more than 1,950 COVID-19 tests on student-athletes and staff members. There have been more than 1,610 tests on student-athletes, with 93 positive results. Since June 15, there have been more than 333 tests on staff members, at locations both on and off campus, with six positive results.
Please note: Because student-athletes are tested through the university's clinical testing sites, the numbers above are included in MSU's COVID-19 dashboard.
Statement from MSU Athletics - Sept. 8
Michigan State conducted 197 COVID-19 tests from August 29-September 6 on student-athletes and staff members. One hundred sixty-eight (168) student-athletes were tested, with 12 testing positive. Twenty-nine staff members were tested, with no positive results.
For the individuals who tested positive, daily check-ins with athletic training staff will continue while the individuals remain in isolation, with additional services provided as directed by the medical and administrative staffs. Further testing and physician follow-up will be required prior to returning to any level of workouts.
Since the beginning of June, Michigan State Athletics has conducted more than 1,550 COVID-19 tests on student-athletes and staff members. There have been more than 1,240 tests on student-athletes, with 48 positive results. Since June 15, there have been more than 300 tests on staff members, at locations both on and off campus, with five positive results.
Statement from MSU Athletics - Aug. 31
Michigan State conducted 206 COVID-19 tests during the week of August 24-28 on student-athletes and staff members. One hundred seventy six (176) student-athletes were tested, with two testing positive. Thirty staff members were tested, with no positive results.
For the individuals who tested positive, daily check-ins with athletic training staff will continue while the individuals remain in isolation, with additional services provided as directed by the medical and administrative staffs. Further testing and physician follow-up will be required prior to returning to any level of workouts.
Since the beginning of June, Michigan State Athletics has conducted more than 1,350 COVID-19 tests on student-athletes and staff members. There have been more than 1,070 tests on student-athletes, with 36 positive results. Since June 15, there have been more than 280 tests on staff members, at locations both on and off campus, with five positive results.
Statement from MSU Athletics - Aug. 25
Michigan State conducted more than 100 COVID-19 tests during the week of August 17-21 on student-athletes and staff members. Eighty-nine student-athletes were tested, with three testing positive. Sixteen staff members were tested, with no positive results.
For the individuals who tested positive, daily check-ins with athletic training staff will continue while the individuals remain in isolation, with additional services provided as directed by the medical and administrative staffs. Further testing and physician follow-up will be required prior to returning to any level of workouts.
Since the beginning of June, Michigan State Athletics has conducted more than 1,100 COVID-19 tests on student-athletes and staff members. There have been more than 890 tests on student-athletes, with 34 positive results. (This number includes two individuals who initially tested positive off campus, and were positive when retested on campus. Only one of these two student-athletes had previously been included in the number of total positive cases.) Since June 15, there have been more than 250 tests on staff members, at locations both on and off campus, with five positive results.
Statement from MSU Athletics - Aug. 18
Michigan State conducted more than 250 COVID-19 tests from August 7-14 on student-athletes, coaches and staff. All results were negative.
Since the beginning of June, Michigan State Athletics has conducted more than 1,000 COVID-19 tests on student-athletes and staff members. There have been more than 800 tests on student-athletes, with 30 positive results. Since June 15, there have been more than 235 tests on staff members, at locations both on and off campus, with five positive results.
Statement from the Big Ten Conference - Aug. 11
The Big Ten Conference announced the postponement of the 2020-21 fall sports season, including all regular-season contests and Big Ten Championships and Tournaments, due to ongoing health and safety concerns related to the COVID-19 pandemic.
In making its decision, which was based on multiple factors, the Big Ten Conference relied on the medical advice and counsel of the Big Ten Task Force for Emerging Infectious Diseases and the Big Ten Sports Medicine Committee.
"Our primary responsibility is to make the best possible decisions in the interest of our students, faculty and staff," said Morton Schapiro, Chair of the Big Ten Council of Presidents/Chancellors and Northwestern University President.
"The mental and physical health and welfare of our student-athletes has been at the center of every decision we have made regarding the ability to proceed forward," said Big Ten Commissioner Kevin Warren. "As time progressed and after hours of discussion with our Big Ten Task Force for Emerging Infectious Diseases and the Big Ten Sports Medicine Committee, it became abundantly clear that there was too much uncertainty regarding potential medical risks to allow our student-athletes to compete this fall.
"We know how significant the student-athlete experience can be in shaping the future of the talented young women and men who compete in the Big Ten Conference. Although that knowledge made this a painstaking decision, it did not make it difficult. While I know our decision today will be disappointing in many ways for our thousands of student-athletes and their families, I am heartened and inspired by their resilience, their insightful and discerning thoughts, and their participation through our conversations to this point. Everyone associated with the Big Ten Conference and its member institutions is committed to getting everyone back to competition as soon as it is safe to do so."
The fall sports included in this announcement are men's and women's cross country, field hockey, football, men's and women's soccer, and women's volleyball. The Big Ten Conference will continue to evaluate a number of options regarding these sports, including the possibility of competition in the spring. Decisions regarding winter and spring sports will also continue to be evaluated.
The Big Ten Conference is proud of its 14 world-class research institutions and has leveraged their resources and expertise to address this pandemic over the past five months. The Big Ten Task Force for Emerging Infectious Diseases and the Big Ten Sports Medicine Committee have engaged in extensive research and sharing of materials and conversations with federal, state and local government agencies, and professional and international sports organizations in order to track and better understand the daily updates surrounding this pandemic. Their advice and counsel have been invaluable as they have worked tirelessly over the past several months in their efforts to create and maintain a safe environment for athletics.
The Big Ten Conference will continue to work with medical experts and governmental authorities to gather additional information, evaluate emerging data and technologies, and monitor developments regarding the pandemic to make the best decisions possible for the health, safety and wellness of our student-athletes.
Statement from Michigan State University President Samuel L. Stanley Jr., M.D.
"I know how disappointed the whole Spartan community is over the cancellation of fall sports. We have amazing student-athletes and fans at Michigan State University and this news is hard for many people. But safety remains our top priority, and we are still focused on creating a safe environment in which our university's mission can continue. We are committed to ensuring our students have a successful academic year.
"We will continue to work with the Big Ten Conference as we look for opportunities for athletics to resume in the future. Collectively, we need to take the necessary precautions to protect ourselves and others and follow the guidance of our health and medical experts to protect the mental and physical health of our student-athletes.
"I appreciate all the hard work so many people have put into these past several months. We have multiple factors that we are considering and evaluating, including the feedback we have received from some of our student-athletes about their safety and well-being. This open dialogue will continue."
Statement from Michigan State Athletic Director Bill Beekman
"The decision to postpone the fall season is heartbreaking. Our student-athletes have put in tireless hours of hard work to earn their scholarships and their places on our teams. They are what inspire every one of us who work in intercollegiate athletics. We understand that today's news will be devastating for many of them. As an athletic department our goal is to provide opportunities for student-athletes both academically, athletically and socially. Sadly, the time has come where we must postpone those athletic opportunities, at least for the fall.
"We appreciate the hard work put in by the university medical team and athletic training staff over the last few months. They've worked without ceasing to develop and implement a Return to Campus plan that provided an opportunity to play sports, but with never losing focus on our first priority: the health and safety of our student-athletes. The care of our student-athletes since their arrival has been exceptional.
"We tried to be in a place where we could play intercollegiate athletics, and at the time we announced our Return to Campus plan and welcomed student-athletes back on campus in June, things were trending in the right direction. However, it's become clear that we are simply not in a position to move forward.
"Over the next few months, we will continue to support the academic and social development of our student-athletes, and to whatever extent is possible, also their athletic training, while continuing to place a priority on their physical and mental health. This is a sad day in the history of Michigan State and Big Ten athletics, but we are resolute that we will continue to move forward and prepare for when we can safely return to competition."
Statement from Michigan State Football Coach Mel Tucker
"From the beginning of this public health crisis there have been many unknowns for college football, thus it was important for me to listen and follow our medical staff and medical experts' protocols for our workouts, practices and playing.
"The uncertainties caused by COVID-19 have created enormous stress for our players and their families and I am proud of their resilience. Our coaches and staff will continue to support their drive, dreams and decisions.
"While the conclusion to postpone the season is not easy for anyone, based on the medical recommendations, I respect the decision of the Big Ten Conference.
"When the medical experts tell us that we can get back to business, we'll be ready. Until then, stay safe and Go Green."
Statement from Michigan State Athletics – Aug. 3
Michigan State conducted COVID-19 testing on 127 student-athletes July 30-31. Seven student-athletes tested positive.
In addition, 50 staff members were tested during the same time period and all were negative.
All seven student-athletes who tested positive were individuals in quarantine. For the individuals who tested positive, daily check-ins with athletic training staff will continue while the individuals remain in isolation, with additional services provided as directed by the medical and administrative staffs. Further testing and physician follow-up will be required prior to returning to any level of workouts.
Members of the football team are currently quarantining or isolating, while awaiting completion of a requested 14-day quarantine that began on July 22 and runs through Aug. 4.
Since the beginning of June, Michigan State Athletics has conducted more than 800 COVID-19 tests on student-athletes and staff members. There have been a total of 651 tests on student-athletes, with 30 positive results. Since June 15, there have been more than 150 tests on staff members, at locations both on and off campus, with five positive results.
Statement from Michigan State Athletics - July 27
Michigan State conducted COVID-19 testing on 122 student-athletes the week of July 20-24. Among those testing last week, 16 student-athletes tested positive.
In addition, four athletic department staff members tested positive for COVID-19 last week (July 18-24); staff members were tested both on campus and at off-campus locations.
The two staff members and one student-athlete that tested positive for COVID-19, as previously announced, are included in these overall testing numbers from last week.
All members of the football team are currently in isolation or quarantine, while awaiting completion of a requested 14-day quarantine that began on July 22. As part of the athletic department's return to campus policy, student-athletes have been asked to quarantine when coming into close contact with an individual who tests positive for COVID-19. The university has designated areas available to house individuals in quarantine as needed based upon the living arrangements for student-athletes.
For the individuals who tested positive, daily check-ins with athletic training staff will continue while the individuals remain in isolation, with additional services provided as directed by the medical and administrative staffs. Further testing and physician follow-up will be required prior to returning to any level of workouts.
The Ingham County Health Department will continue to conduct further contact tracing.
Surveillance testing of football student-athletes will be repeated prior to their clearance to return to workouts; the earliest possible return is Aug. 4 based on the 14-day quarantine.
Since the beginning of June, Michigan State Athletics has conducted more than 600 COVID-19 tests on student-athletes and staff members. There have been a total of 524 tests on student-athletes, with 23 positive results. Since June 15, there have been more than 100 tests on staff members, at locations both on and off campus, with five positive results. Per MSU Athletics policy, student-athletes were required to receive two negative test results before getting cleared to take part in workouts.
Statement from Michigan State Athletics - July 24
Based on early results from COVID-19 testing conducted over the last week on football staff and student-athletes, which included a second staff member and one student-athlete testing positive on Thursday, all members of the football team will quarantine or isolate, while awaiting completion of a 14-day quarantine. As part of the athletic department's return to campus policy, student-athletes quarantine when coming into close contact with an individual who tests positive for COVID-19. The university has designated areas available to house individuals in quarantine as needed based upon the living arrangements for student-athletes. Surveillance testing of student-athletes was completed on Wednesday, July 22 as previously planned, and will be repeated prior to their clearance to return to workouts.
Statement from Michigan State Athletics - July 22
As Michigan State football prepared for the beginning of the 20-hour week (July 24), during which student-athletes and staff would be in larger groups than they had been during voluntary workouts or the eight-hour weeks, it conducted surveillance COVID-19 testing on all staff members over the weekend, and previously scheduled surveillance COVID-19 testing on student-athletes Wednesday afternoon. Late Wednesday afternoon, after testing on student-athletes had been completed, one staff member received a positive result. Michigan State football will pause workouts and will not begin its 20-hour weeks until it receives the complete results from all surveillance testing.
Statement from MSU Athletics - July 17
Since the beginning of June, Michigan State athletics has conducted more than 500 COVID-19 tests. In total, there have been eight positive tests. There have been a total of 402 tests on student-athletes, with seven positive results. Since June 15, there have been 104 tests on staff members, with one positive result. Prior to student-athletes returning to campus, an additional 15-20 members of MSU's medical and athletic training staff were tested in order to prepare for the student-athletes. All of those tests were negative.
Michigan State conducted COVID-19 testing on 38 student-athletes on July 13. Three student-athletes tested positive. None of the three individuals had taken part in workouts in the last two weeks. One individual had been quarantined, one had been in isolation and another was receiving their first test. Based on living arrangements, three additional student-athletes will be required to quarantine for 14 days as they are roommates of the positive individuals.Statement from Michigan State Athletics - July 22
As Michigan State football prepared for the beginning of the 20-hour week (July 24), during which student-athletes and staff would be in larger groups than they had been during voluntary workouts or the eight-hour weeks, it conducted surveillance COVID-19 testing on all staff members over the weekend, and previously scheduled surveillance COVID-19 testing on student-athletes Wednesday afternoon. Late Wednesday afternoon, after testing on student-athletes had been completed, one staff member received a positive result. Michigan State football will pause workouts and will not begin its 20-hour weeks until it receives the complete results from all surveillance testing.
Statement from MSU Athletics - July 17
Since the beginning of June, Michigan State athletics has conducted more than 500 COVID-19 tests. In total, there have been eight positive tests. There have been a total of 402 tests on student-athletes, with seven positive results. Since June 15, there have been 104 tests on staff members, with one positive result. Prior to student-athletes returning to campus, an additional 15-20 members of MSU's medical and athletic training staff were tested in order to prepare for the student-athletes. All of those tests were negative.
For the individuals who tested positive, daily check-ins with athletic training staff will continue while the individuals remain in isolation, with additional services provided as directed by the medical and administrative staffs. Further testing and physician follow-up will be required prior to returning to any level of workouts.
Student-athletes who received a second negative test were cleared to take part in workouts.
Twenty-seven athletic department staff members were tested on July 13. One individual tested positive. The staff member does not work with the sport programs already back on campus and had no exposure to student-athletes.
Statement from MSU Athletics - July 13
Michigan State conducted COVID-19 testing on 74 student-athletes on July 6. All test results were negative.
Some of the individuals being tested were newcomers and freshmen student-athletes being tested for the second time. Those receiving a second negative test result were cleared to take part in workouts. For individuals being tested for the first time, a second negative test result will be required this week before being cleared to take part in workouts.
No athletic department staff members tested positive during July 6 testing.
Statement from MSU Athletics - July 2
Michigan State conducted COVID-19 testing on 41 student-athletes on June 29. One student-athlete who had previously tested positive was tested again on June 29 and returned another positive result. All other results were negative.
For the individual who tested positive, daily check-ins with athletic training staff will continue while the individual remains in isolation, with additional services provided as directed by the medical and administrative staffs. Further testing and physician follow-up will be required prior to returning to any level of workouts.
Many of the individuals being tested were newcomers and student-athletes being tested for the first time. A second negative test result will be required next week before being cleared to take part in voluntary workouts.
No athletic department staff members tested positive during Monday's testing.
Statement From MSU Athletics - June 25
Michigan State conducted a second round of COVID-19 testing on 114 student-athletes on June 22. The number of tested student-athletes does not include the individual who tested positive on June 15, three quarantined roommates of that individual, and individuals who arrived on campus the week of June 8 to begin rehab and had an initial test at that time, in effect making their June 15 test their second negative result.
Individuals who tested negative twice are now permitted to take part in voluntary workouts. For workouts, student-athletes will be split into small groups based on the individuals with whom they live.
Two student-athletes tested positive on June 22 and will be isolated for a period of 10-14 days. Housing will be arranged based on prior living arrangements and need for isolation if living with others. During this time, daily check-ins with athletic training staff will be conducted, with additional services provided as directed by the medical and administrative staffs. Further testing and physician follow-up will be required prior to returning to any level of workouts. Additionally, one student-athlete will be required to quarantine for 14 days after initial contact tracing revealed close contact with an individual who tested positive. The Ingham County Health Department will continue to conduct further contact tracing.
No athletic department staff members tested positive during Monday's testing.
Statement From MSU Athletics - June 18
Michigan State conducted testing for COVID-19 on 124 student-athletes on Monday, June 15. One student-athlete tested positive and will be isolated for a period of 10-14 days. Housing will be arranged based on prior living arrangements and need for isolation if living with others. During this time, daily check-ins with athletic training staff will be conducted, with additional services provided as directed by the medical and administrative staffs. Further testing and physician follow-up will be required prior to returning to any level of workouts.
Student-athletes who tested negative will undergo a second round of testing on June 22. A second negative test result is required before being cleared to take part in voluntary workouts.
No athletic department staff members tested positive during Monday's testing.
Additionally, one student-athlete did not report to campus after testing positive at home last week. The student-athlete is currently recuperating, with the support of family, while at home and will return to campus once fully recovered.
Return to Campus Press Release - June 4
EAST LANSING, Mich. -- Michigan State student-athletes will begin returning to campus on June 15 in preparation for voluntary summer workouts. Returning student-athletes from the football, men's and women's basketball and volleyball programs will be the first to undergo testing.
Michigan State's plan was developed following safety guidelines from the State of Michigan Department of Health and Human Services and CDC guidelines as well as on-campus medical professionals, and guidelines provided by the Big Ten Conference and the NCAA.
"We are excited to welcome our student-athletes back to campus," Michigan State athletic director Bill Beekman said. "Our staff has put together a comprehensive plan with a clear priority on the health, safety and wellness of our student-athletes. The strict protocols will allow our student-athletes to safely work out and begin to prepare for a return to competition."
"In implementing our plan we considered guidance from many experts," Assistant Vice President for Health Sciences/MSU Health Care Chief Clinical and Medical Officer/Interim Director of Athletic Medicine Dr. Anthony Avellino said. "Our only priority was the health, safety and wellness of our student-athletes. Understanding that our knowledge surrounding COVID-19 continues to evolve, we will continue to monitor the latest medical and public health information available and make adjustments as warranted."
Returning student-athletes will report to the Clara Bell Smith Student-Athlete Academic Center on June 15 for COVID-19 testing at a dedicated time depending on sport. Following testing, student-athletes will be instructed to self-isolate in their on- or off-campus housing for one week. Student-athletes who return a positive test will be quarantined for a period of 10 days. On June 22, student-athletes who initially tested negative will be given a second round of COVID-19 testing. Student-athletes who receive a negative test during the second round will be cleared to begin voluntary summer workouts under the supervision of strength and conditioning and athletic training staffs. Student-athletes will be split into small workout groups based on the individuals with whom they live.
Michigan State athletics staff who will interact with student-athletes will also undergo testing. This includes strength and conditioning, athletic training, equipment and facilities staff members, as well as coaches who plan to meet with their student-athletes.
Anyone entering the Smith Center/Skandalaris/Duffy Daugherty Football building will enter through a single door at the Smith Center. At this check-in point, entrants will undergo a health screen for COVID-19 symptoms and a temperature check. Arrows will direct individuals in a singular direction throughout the building. Men's and women's basketball and volleyball student-athletes will encounter the same singular point of entry and health screening process at the Breslin Center. Common areas such as locker rooms, team lounges and fueling stations will remain closed. Rehabilitation appointments with athletic training and medical staff will be by appointment only.
Student-athletes will be provided face masks and required to wear them at all times in the facilities except during their workouts. They will also receive a water bottle that they are to bring to each workout. Since locker rooms will be closed, student-athletes will arrive at their dedicated facility dressed for their workout. They will bring with them the dirty clothes from the previous day's workout, and as they leave the facility for the day they will receive a clean set of workout clothes for the next day's workout.
Additional policies and procedures have been implemented to ensure that all areas and equipment utilized by student-athletes are cleaned thoroughly after each workout group, including both surface sanitizing procedures and equipment misting. In addition, high-touch areas will be regularly monitored and cleaned. Education on COVID-19 symptoms and how to stop the virus' spread will be communicated as well as posted throughout the facilities.
Per NCAA rules, voluntary, on-campus athletically related activities are permissible. Strength and conditioning coaches and athletic trainers may be present. Coaches may not be involved in a student-athletes workout. Through June 30, virtual non-physical activities (e.g., team meetings, film review, chalk talk) are permissible in all sports up to eight hours per week with one day off.
Freshmen and newcomers for football, men's and women's basketball and volleyball are scheduled to return on June 29. Hockey student-athletes will return to campus to begin their testing on July 6. Additional sports will return at a later date.
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