Simon Fraser University (SFU) has officially confirmed the end of its football program, reversing any lingering hopes of its revival. The university's new Athletics and Recreation strategy, focusing on academic excellence, states that the program will not be reinstated. SFU's original April 2023 decision to discontinue the program, citing a lack of a suitable playing venue and a desire to provide an exceptional student-athlete experience, has been made final.
Today, Jan. 15, the school announced its new strategy for Athletics and Recreation which includes guiding principles, core strategies and relevant key performance indicators to create alignment with the university's institutional "goals and commitment" to academic excellence.
"Over the past several years, the football landscape had changed significantly, and we no longer believed the program provided an exceptional experience for student-athletes." The Red Leafs were a part of NCAA Div. II competition — the second highest level of collegiate sports in the U.S. In an interview with the NOW two days later, now-former athletic director Theresa Hanson said the school explored multiple options, but none were feasible.
Players from the program filed an injunction against the school to have the program returned, but B.C. Supreme Court Justice Michael Stephens ruled against the injunction, saying he had "significant" doubt" about the strength of the merits of the plaintiff's claims. A special advisor was appointed shorty after, asked to explore sustainable options for the future of the program.
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