West Creek loses five offseason football practice days for TSSAA violation

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Last updated Jul 17, 2026

West Creek loses five offseason football practice days for TSSAA violation
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West Creek football will forfeit five days of their preseason practice due to a violation of TSSAA's heat acclimatization policy. The school self-reported that the team practiced in helmets and shoulder pads before the allowed period, which begins on July 20. TSSAA confirmed the forfeiture, originally proposed as three days, increased to five. Teams can start fully padded practices after completing the acclimatization requirements, which include helmet-only practices followed by limited shoulder pad sessions.

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  • West Creek violated TSSAA heat acclimatization rules.
  • The school self-reported the infraction to TSSAA.
  • Practices in helmets and shoulder pads occurred before allowed period.
  • TSSAA's acclimatization period starts July 20.
  • West Creek can begin fully padded practices on July 27.
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  • 9:16 PMYahoo SportsTSSAA violation costs West Creek football offseason practice time
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West Creek will lose offseason TSSAA football practices for a heat acclimatization policy violation.

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