The Morris United Soccer Club will follow the following guidelines for participation in soccer based upon the head index.
| Heat Index | Playing Restriction |
| Heat Index under 80° | - No restrictions based upon heat
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| Heat Index under 81-90° | - Coaches are encouraged to take extra steps to protect players including making sure players remain hydrated and by encouraging more frequent substitutions during games and breaks during practices
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| Heat Index 91° to 95° | - Provide ample water and water breaks every 15 minutes.
- Schedule water breaks during games
- Monitor athletes for heat illness.
- Consider postponing practice to a time when the Heat Index is lower.
- Consider reducing the amount of time for the practice session.
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| Heat Index above 95° | |