Heat Index under 95°

• Provide ample amounts of water. This means water should always be available and athletes should take in as much water as they desire.
• Optional water breaks every 30 minutes for 10 minutes duration.
• Ice-down towels for cooling
• Watch/monitor athletes carefully for necessary action
• Provide cold tubs or child pool for water or ice baths
• If on artificial turf (not sure how many this would impact) have water source to cool down turf
• Stay away from energy drinks--water is the best for hydration and recovery
• Take breaks in shaded areas when possible or in air conditioned buildings or vehicles

Heat Index 95° to 99°

• Provide ample amounts of water. This means water should always be available and athletes should take in as much water as they desire.
• Mandatory water breaks every 30 minutes for 10 minutes duration.
• Ice-down towels for cooling
• Watch/monitor athletes carefully for necessary action

Reduce time of outside activity. Consider postponing practice to later in the day

Re-check temperature and humidity every 30 minutes to monitor for increased Heat Index

Heat index 100° to 104°

• Provide ample amounts of water. This means water should always be available and athletes should take in as much water as they desire.
• Mandatory water breaks every 30 minutes for 10 minutes duration.
• Ice-down towels for cooling
• Watch/monitor athletes carefully for necessary action
• Alter uniform by removing items if possible
• Reduce time of outside activity as well as indoor activity if air conditioning unavailable
• Postpone practice to later in day if possible

Re-check temperature and humidity every 30 minutes to monitor for increased Heat Index

Heat index above 104°

All sports:

• Stop all outside activity in practice and/or play, and stop all inside activity if air conditioning is unavailable.

The DIBS volunteer program is designed to help OMGAA families carry out the various tasks and duties needed to give our players a great experience this season.  The intent is to build an OMGAA community based on volunteerism and service.  We ask each family to volunteer for 1 session (approx. 3-5 hours) of service to various events throughout the year.  Past years have seen great participation during the early parts of the season, but we really need help with tournaments and events later in the season.