Sunraysia league calls off 2021 season

A country competition in the state’s northwest has made the decision to call off its season.

The Sunraysia league will not return to the field in 2021. Picture: Michael DiFabrizio

A state in the competition’s northwest has become the second to call an early end to its season.

The Sunraysia league announced on Monday afternoon it was bringing its season to an immediate end due to the evolving Covid-19 situations in New South Wales and Victoria.

The league said no premierships, league medals or individual awards would be given for the season.

“The announcement to cancel all SFNL competitions for the season is disappointing for the players, coaches, umpires, volunteers and supporters who invest so much time, effort and energy into the season,” the league said in a statement.

“The board shares in the disappointment to be unable to complete the 2021 competition in its entirety.

“However, the outcome is the unfortunate reality of the challenges the pandemic continues to throw up. The weekend’s announcement that regional Victoria would enter at least a two-week lockdown and the extended NSW border restrictions were major contributors in the board’s decision to terminate the season.

“The uncertainty of the time frame for any possible return to competitions were also a consideration.

“Although it is disheartening for everyone involved, the SFNL thanks all participants, officials, clubs and volunteers for their contribution to the competitions this year and look forward to a return to community football and netball in the 2022 season.”

Imperials had the bets record after 10 games sitting on top of the ladder with a record of nine wins and one loss.