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Moving into Phase 2 of athletic re-entry, ECI football coaches are 'going to remain cautious'

MUNCIE, Ind. — The second phase of the re-entry of high school sports in Indiana began Monday.

For the past two weeks, schools across the state have been able to hold voluntary workouts with athletes, allowing a maximum of 15 hours of practice and conditioning activities per week. In East Central Indiana, schools are moving forward with their return-to-play plans as none have reported any positive COVID-19 cases among their athletes.

When compared to Phase 1, the main difference in Phase 2 is that limited contact will be allowed and football players can wear helmets and shoulder pads.