St. Vincent–St. Mary Cancels Friday Football Game, Citing Injuries and Bacterial Infection

Overview

• The matchup at Harvest Preparatory School scheduled for Friday has been called off by St. Vincent–St. Mary High School.
• School officials said multiple player injuries, some season-ending, and a bacterial skin infection have undermined the team’s ability to compete safely.
• Athletic director Kyle Sasala emphasized that student health and safety remain the program’s top priority.
• STVM plans to focus on player recovery, evaluate its capacity to play the remainder of the season, and keep upcoming opponents informed.
• Other school sports and activities will continue, and the next scheduled football game is Oct. 17 at home against Walsh Jesuit; the team is 0-6 and has not played since Sept. 26 after a separate cancellation.