“This decision was made as a result of health and safety concerns of our administration, girls’ basketball families, and coaches,” Beachwood Athletic Director Ryan Peters said.
Crestview High School is located approximately seven miles from East Palestine, Beachwood athletics says.
“As a result of the train derailment and reports of toxic /hazardous chemicals and environmental concerns, we felt it was in our best interest to either move the game to a neutral site or forfeit the game,” athletic director Peters said. The Beachwood Athletic Department reached out to the Northeast District Athletic Board expressing their concerns in an attempt to move the game.
The Northeast District Athletic Board contacted the OHSAA, and reported to Beachwood athletics they would not move the game.As a result, Peters made the decision to not play this game. “Our community extends our sympathies and well wishes to all of the families having to deal with this very difficult situation. We wish the Crestview Girl’s Basketball team and coaches all the best in the playoffs,” athletic director Peters said.
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