Granada Hills refuses to allow fans into Friday football game vs. Arleta
Granada Hills Charter is refusing to allow home or visiting fans for Friday’s football game against Arleta. The school is sticking by its policy established in the spring when high school sports resumed following COVID-19 restrictions even though state, Los Angeles County and CDC guidelines have changed and permit spectators.
City Section commissioner Vicky Lagos said she has told Granada Hills it will not be permitted to host any playoff games unless there’s equal opportunity for fans to attend.
The West Valley League discussed at a meeting last week the possibility of preventing Granada Hills from being allowed to host league football games unless fans from both teams are allowed.
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“No spectators due to COVID restrictions,” Arleta coach Bill Coan said. “It’s their school. Our home games will be open.”
An email sent to Granada Hills executive director Brian Bauer seeking comment on the reason for the school’s policy has not been returned.
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