The Cayman Islands Classic, which Western Kentucky's men's basketball team was scheduled to play in this season, has been canceled, tournament organizers announced Wednesday.
"Unfortunately, we had to cancel the tournament because of several variables including the COVID-19 pandemic," Caymax Sports Ltd CEO Joe Wright said in a news release. "We are disappointed because we had an incredible lineup and we were excited to watch these talented teams compete. We look forward to welcoming teams back to the Cayman Islands in 2021."
The NCAA announced Sept. 16 that the college basketball season would be pushed back to a Nov.