New heat safety rules from the University Interscholastic League (UIL) are changing how outdoor practices are conducted, with particular attention to artificial turf fields that can retain more heat than natural grass. The regulations aim to protect student-athletes during extreme temperatures.
A photo from the first day of football practice at Boerne ISD Stadium in Boerne, Texas, on August 3, 2026, shows players running drills on artificial turf. The image was captured by Katina Zentz for the San Antonio Express-News. The story was reported by Christina Huang and published on November 6, 2026.
