MPSSAA adds by-law allowing athletes with disabilities to compete
03/25/10
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New language was added Tuesday to the MPSSAA by-laws, allowing students with disabilities to participate in school sports programs as long as they meet preexisting eligibility requirements, are not ruled to present a risk to themselves or others, and do not change the nature of the game or event. MPSSAA executive director Ned Sparks believes Maryland is the first state to take such action.