Heat Halts Practices for Safety | Dayton News

When the heat hits dangerous levels, football practices go on hold—schools like Xenia High and Trotwood-Madison Rams are shifting sessions to cooler evenings to protect players. Coaches balance game prep with safety, following OSHA guidelines that limit full gear in extreme heat. Athletic trainers are front and center, ensuring hydration and cooling measures are top priority. With scorching temps expected through Friday, safety is now a core part of every practice plan—no athlete will be sidelined by heat before kickoff. Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/e0094f66866102dc