Norse were scheduled to play at Chattanooga on Saturday
November 27, 2020
The Northern Kentucky men’s basketball program has paused all activities after a positive COVID-19 test was detected within their Tier 1 personnel, which is made up of student-athletes, coaches and essential support staff.
A statement regarding @NKUNorseMBB, as well as its game against @GoMocsMBB tomorrow. pic.twitter.com/rJwnBB0zA7
— NKU Norse (@NKUNorse) November 27, 2020
The individual that tested positive is reportedly asymptomatic, according to a statement from Northern Kentucky Athletics.
The team received the positive test result on Friday morning, two days after the Norse played the Ball State Cardinals at BB&T Arena on Wednesday evening.
NKU’s game against the Chattanooga Mocs on Saturday afternoon has been canceled. More information about future games will become available at a later time.
This story could be updated as further information becomes available.
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