Sport will be on the agenda when the NI Executive meets on Tuesday to discuss ongoing coronavirus restrictions.
Lockdown measures have been in place since Christmas and are set to remain until April 1.
There could be a possible easing of restrictions from next month, with the fast-tracking of a phased return to schools set to be a key item on the agenda.
A resumption of outdoor sports is also being considered, with a particular focus on children's outdoor sports expected, while golf could be one of the first sports to return.
It is understood the easing of Covid rules would allow up to 10 people from two households to meet for certain activities such as golf, while sports training for up to 15 people may be permitted from Easter.
That would be welcome news for many families and sportspeople in Northern Ireland, with only 'elite' sport currently allowed to continue under lockdown conditions.
Golf's return is included in stage two of the NI Executive's five-step plan, which is being led by data and not dates.
All outdoor competitive sports will be permitted to resume without spectators at that end of stage two, with golf and tennis expected to return before team sports.
The return of indoor sports including squash and gym training is included in step three, with limited numbers of spectators due to return in step four, with figures rising during step five.
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