Other schools opted for morning practice, but high school sports are here. The UIL approved Wet Bulb Globe Temperatures as a recommended forecast measurement back in 2023 to monitor environmental conditions during outdoor physical activities. The UIL Legislative Council mandated heat protocols and procedures for the 2026-27 school year. Coach James Villarreal coaches at Tuloso-Midway High School. “Now that Texas has adopted it, and given the size of the state, 53% of high school student-athletes will now benefit from this protocol.”