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Game On: An update on the return of sport (Aug 17th)

Aug 20 2020

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At a time when games and tournaments are usually in full swing, many players and parents are eagerly awaiting news on when (and how) they'll get back to the game they love. And, while most of us don't have definitive start dates, one thing is for sure: the return to sport is on the horizon. We've created your go-to guide of resources that will keep you informed about the state of sport, updates on major leagues, as well as tips to prepare you and your kids for your upcoming season.

Key State/Province Changes

USA                
16 states are allowing all sports as well as tournaments
21 states are allowing all sports
8 states are allowing some indoor + outdoor team sports
5 states are allowing some or all outdoor team sports
CANADA                
3 provinces/territories are allowing all sports as well as tournaments
6 provinces/territories are allowing all sports
1 provinces/territories are allowing some indoor + outdoor team sports
1 provinces/territories are allowing some or all outdoor team sports

For live updates, check out our heat map here.

Major League Changes

MLB
Planned Reopening:
Already underway

NBA
Planned Reopening:
Already underway

NFL
Planned Opening:
September 10 (regular season)

NHL
Planned Reopening:
Already underway

MLS
Planned Reopening:
Already underway

WNBA
Planned Reopening:
Already underway

Auto racing
Planned Reopening:
Already underway

Golf
Planned Reopening:
Already underway

Game on Tip of The Week

Get prepared before games and practice, check your kids' temperatures as well as their symptoms before heading out the house. 

Just so you know...

We asked sport parents like you about how they felt about safety during practice, games and tournaments. Game and practice days should look different as health screens and temperature checks are expected by the majority to be a new role for team volunteers, with 45% agreeing with eliminating locker room time and having physical distancing between kids enforced by staff. 

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