USF Closed Recreation And Wellness Center Because Of Possbile COVID-19 Contact

TAMPA, FL – SEPTEMBER 22: The mascot from the University of South Florida Bulls entertains during play against the North Carolina Tar Heels on September 22, 2007 (Photo by Al Messerschmidt/Getty Images) *** Local Caption ***

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Where is Rocky the Bull going to be able to do his workouts?

The University of South Florida closed their Recreation & Wellness facilities on the Tampa campus.

Here is a tweet from university officials: We recently learned of potential COVID-19 exposure at a USF Recreation & Wellness facility. All of our indoor facilities are closed effective Sunday, Sept 13, until further notice to allow for cleaning and any necessary contact tracing. Remaining open are Riverfront Park, World Trail, and our outdoor fields. Our virtual programs will continue uninterrupted.

There were some students who work in campus recreation facilities who tested positive for COVID-19.

The Riverfront Park, World Trail, and outdoor fields will continue to be open. And virtual programs are still availabe.

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