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High school football teams ready to kickoff second season in midst of pandemic

PITTSBURGH — The 2021 high school football season will be a little more “normal” compared to last year.

When it comes to protocols and policies for this season, there are a lot of differences.

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Teams across the WPIAL are looking forward to at least a semi-regular season and for Friday nights to look a lot like they did pre-pandemic.

That includes fans packing the stands, cheerleaders and bands on the sidelines and no mask requirements in outdoor stadiums.

Watch the video above to hear what doctors at UPMC say their biggest concern this season is.