High Schools Prepare For Fall Sports Despite Pandemic

High school athletes and coaches are preparing for the return of sports as states ease COVID-19 restrictions. Texas, known for its deep-rooted high school football culture, has resumed summer workouts, but rising COVID-19 cases have led to suspensions. Other sports like volleyball and basketball are also resuming, with Iowa leading the return to competitive play. Despite eagerness to return, increasing COVID-19 cases pose challenges to achieving normalcy.

What is the cultural significance of high school football in Texas?

• It is not played during the summer.

• It is only popular in urban areas.

• It is a major sport with large stadiums and fan attendance.

• It is a minor sport with little following.

Why did some Texas schools have to suspend summer workouts?

• Due to lack of interest from athletes.

• Because of extreme weather conditions.

• As athletes started testing positive for COVID-19.

• Due to a shortage of coaches.

Which sports, besides football, were mentioned as having athletes join summer workouts?

• Swimming and track.

• Tennis and golf.

• Volleyball, basketball, baseball, and soccer.

• Rugby and cricket.

Which state was the first to resume competitive high school sports?

• California

• Iowa

• New York

• Florida

What potential issue could complicate the return to normalcy for high school sports?

• An upturn in new COVID-19 cases.

• Shortage of sports equipment.

• Lack of funding for sports programs.

• Decreased interest in sports among students.