Return to Play Phase 1 for New Mexico Activities Association


On Thursday, NMAA board of Directors voting to begin summer activities while following the guidelines set forth. They have stated that the "most important single consideration" is the welfare and health development of students. 

Prior to directing or particapating in summer workouts, staff member, including coaches, must recieve a COVID-19 test.


Phase 1

No sharing of equipment, No games or scrimmages, no contact with others.

Prior to entering athletic facilities, adequate cleaning of hard surfaces within that faciltiy should be wiped down and sanitized. ( chairs, furniture , bathrooms, athletic training tables, etc.). 

Hand sanitizer should be made available.

No gatherings of more than 6 people at a time ( 5:1 student to coach ratio).

workouts should be conducted with same 5 students to limit overall exposures. 

Minumum distance of 6ft between each individual at all times.

volunteer coaches/ staff should be limited unless approved by the school/district. 

Individuals that have flown out of state, must take a self quarantine for 14 days upon their return.

Cross Country specific guidelines for Phase 1

Runners should maintain at least 6ft of distancing between individuals, no grouping.


For the entire guidelines for Phase 1 click here.