Little League International in a statement said it was recommending delaying the implementation of the Little League season to begin no earlier April 6.

For those leagues that have already begun their seasons, the organization is urging leagues to postpone all league activity that may involve the gathering of individuals for games, practices, events or meetings.

Little League said it would provide timely notification should the recommended delay of the season extend past April 6.

Little League International operates more than 6,500 programs in more than 84 countries.

The full statement is here.

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