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UCLA football players petition university for Covid-19 protection

About 30 UCLA football players presented a petition to the university requesting a “third-party health official” be available at all football activities to make sure that protocols for Covid-19 prevention are followed, according to The Los Angeles Times.

The players also demand whistleblower protections for all athletes and staff, and the ability to decide for themselves if they want to return to Westwood without fear of losing their scholarships or retaliation. In the petitions, the student-athletes said they do not trust UCLA to act in their best interests, in regard to their health.

Players are expected to report to voluntary workouts Monday.