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Mississippi schools adjust football practices for triple-digit heat
2+ week, 6+ day ago (368+ words) Mississippi football teams are taking extra precautions to protect players from dangerous heat as the season kicks off this week. The Mississippi summer has brought soaring temperatures well into the triple digits, creating a challenging environment for athletes. From college…...
Mississippi heat wave raises football safety concerns
3+ week, 2+ day ago (340+ words) High school football season is underway in Mississippi, but extreme heat conditions are creating safety challenges for players, coaches, and fans. "Really for about the last 10 days, it has been brutally hot," said Ross Hailey, chief operating officer of athletics…...