UNCC postpones game at Marshall because of positive COVID-19 test in 49ers' program

CHARLOTTE, N.C. — The Charlotte 49ers postponed Saturday’s Conference USA East Division matchup at nationally-ranked Marshall as a result of Covid-19 testing within the 49ers' program.

“We were really looking forward to this game. Marshall has a tremendous team and it was a big opportunity to compete against them,” said 49ers Director of Athletics Mike Hill. “We’ve been on both sides of these postponements, and either way, it’s incredibly disappointing. We will use this week to get healthy and wish Marshall the best this season.”

The 49ers will work with Conference USA and Marshall to explore the possibility of rescheduling the game.

Charlotte’s next game is at home against C-USA East Division foe WKU, Saturday, Nov. 28 at 7 p.m. on CBS Sports Network.

It is the fifth game that the 49ers had to cancel or postpone because of COVID-19.

Gardner-Webb cancels game at UNCC over COVID-19 concerns

Another University of North Carolina at Charlotte football game has been canceled over COVID-19 concerns.

According to UNCC, Gardner-Webb canceled its Saturday game against the 49ers due to positive COVID-19 tests and contact tracing within the Runnin' Bulldogs' program.

“I really hate this for both teams, but as we look at the national landscape, these cancellations are becoming more and more common,” 49ers Director of Athletics Mike Hill said. “Every time we actually play a game, it’s a victory no matter the score. Our resilience is being tested, but we will continue to fight the good fight because our players deserve nothing less.”

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