OCPS cancels 2 girls varsity volleyball games due to COVID-19 cases

ORANGE COUNTY, Fla. — Two girls varsity volleyball games scheduled at Boone High School Tuesday and Wednesday have been canceled due to COVID-19, Orange County Public Schools announced Monday.

“This decision was made out of an abundance of caution due to a confirmed COVID-19 case and five quarantines associated with the team,” the district said.

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The games were scheduled to be played against Timber Creek and Windemere high schools. The school will reschedule the games.

Practice and games can resume Saturday.

All individuals and parents identified as having been in close contact with the potential confirmed cases have been notified.

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