‘Let Them Play CA’ rallies hope to restart sports programs in schools

It has been 10 months since high school sports teams have had any competitive playing time due to the state locking things down because of the coronavirus pandemic. As the debate continues over whether or not high school and youth sports, which include special needs sports programs, should be allowed to resume in California, supporters of letting children play are rallying their voices to send a message to Sacramento. High school athletes, parents and coaches held rallies at high schools across California Friday, Jan. 15, during the afternoon to advocate for a return to play. The “Let Them Play CA” rallies were sparked by a Facebook group organizing a long list of California high schools that would host the rallies in hopes of getting local officials’ attention with a plea to get