Green
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Heat Index
80-90

Normal Practice
However, please note that hydration begins BEFORE practice. Please ensure your player is drinking plenty of water (NOT carbonated or sugary drinks), even if he does not feel thirsty.

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Heat Index
90-99

Limited Practice
Provide ample amounts of water. This means water should always be available and athletes should take in as much water as they desire.
- Extra water breaks and rest periods should be allowed
- Watch/monitor athletes carefully for necessary action
- Players should wear lightweight material over pads (such as mesh)
- Helmets and other possible equipment removed if not involved in contact (ie, during conditioning drills, breaks, walkthroughs, etc.).
- Re-check temperature and humidity every 30 minutes to monitor for increased Heat Index

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Heat Index
100-105

Restricted Practice!
Provide ample amounts of water. This means water should always be available and athletes should take in as much water as they desire.
- Mandatory water breaks every 30 minutes for 10 minutes duration.
- Watch/monitor athletes carefully for necessary action
- Reduce practice time or Postpone practice to later in day if possible
- Practice without helmets and pads
- Players to wear lightweight material shirts or shorts.
- Re-check temperature and humidity every 30 minutes to monitor for increased Heat Index

Red
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Heat Index
106+

NO Practice!
Practices/games should be canceled at the start time of the event.