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Positive COVID-19 Tests Force SMU to Withdraw from Frisco Bowl, Ending Season

SMU will no longer play in the Frisco Bowl this weekend due to positive COVID-19 tests within the SMU football program.

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The Frisco Bowl announced early Tuesday morning that SMU would be withdrawing from the bowl, effectively ending its season. Subsequently, the Frisco Bowl announced the bowl game will be canceled.

“While we are disappointed in having to cancel the game, our top priority is the health and safety of all parties involved,” said Clint Overby, vice president of ESPN Events. “We wish SMU, their student-athletes, coaches and administrators well during this time.