Positive Coronavirus Test Emerges From Hall H.S. Football Team

WEST HARTFORD, CT — West Hartford school officials are confirming a positive coronavirus test connected to the Hall High School football program.

A letter from school officials did not specify the role of the person testing positive but it did acknowledge that the person participated in football practice last week. All players and staff who had close contact with the person are beginning a 14-day quarantine period, the letter stated.

The person was last in classes on Sept. 18 and has been directed to remain home in isolation, according to the letter.

The Health District and the nursing staff will follow up with parents this week and monitor students for any signs of illness, according to officials.