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Harding Academy suspends all football activities after player tests positive for COVID-19

Harding Academy played FACS Friday, and the player tested positive Saturday.

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Football helmet on the field, selective focus

MEMPHIS, Tenn. — Harding Academy has suspended all football activities after a player tested positive for COVID-19 this weekend.

The school told Local 24 News the player tested positive Saturday afternoon, following Friday night’s game against FACS.

School leaders said all football activities have been suspended until quarantines for the player and any close contacts are completed.

Harding Academy of Memphis

Harding Academy is a Christian co-educational private school serving 18 months-grade 12 in Memphis, TN. Their mission is to teach students to love others as Christ loves them, to think creatively and learn with open minds, and to live courageously to the glory of God.