Overview

• Dighton-Rehoboth's new policy allows opting out of matches against teams with players of the opposite sex.
• The decision follows a severe injury to a Dighton-Rehoboth player caused by a male opponent last year.
• Forfeiting games may impact the team's chances for playoffs and championships.
• Massachusetts Interscholastic Athletic Association supports mixed-gender teams despite safety concerns.
• Dighton-Rehoboth plans to forfeit another match against Somerset Berkley in October.