The Orange County Health Department has identified a cluster, meaning five or more related cases, of COVID-19 cases among the 429 tests run as part of UNC athletics’ attempt at returning to campus. Thirty-seven athletes, coaches, or staff, though that number was not broken down by each group or by sport, have tested positive.
As a result of the outbreak, UNC Football has paused all voluntary workouts until further notice. Those who tested positive will need to isolate for up to 14 days in a residence hall designated by the university or at a permanent residence away from campus.