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New Jersey Gov. Phil Murphy: Sports Teams Can Begin Training Amid COVID-19

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New Jersey has become the latest state that will allow sports teams to begin training again amid the coronavirus pandemic.

On Tuesday, New Jersey governor Phil Murphy announced professional teams in the state can open training camp "if leagues choose to move in that direction" and as long as they follow necessary health and safety protocols:

Governor Phil Murphy

UPDATE: Professional sports teams in NJ may return to training and even competition – if their leagues choose to move in that direction. We have been in constant discussions with teams about necessary protocols to protect the health and safety of players, coaches, and personnel.