COVID-19 Coronavirus Update for Donvale Dunkers
Donvale Dunkers is committed to ensuring that all our players and families are kept updated on this latest health concern.
We will pass on updates as they’re given to us and we ask that you act in accordance with the guidelines.
The following information is providing to us by our governing bodies – Nunawading Basketball Association and Basketball Victoria.
The Victorian Government has recently altered the isolation requirements for COVID-19 household close contacts. This can be found in the Sport & Recreation Sector Guidance page on the Coronavirus website.
Quarantine and isolation
- Close contacts will no longer have to quarantine – provided they wear a face mask indoors and avoid sensitive settings. They will also need to undertake at least five negative rapid tests over the seven days that would previously have been the self-quarantine period.
- The requirement to isolate for seven days following a COVID-19 diagnosis remains.
Close Contacts and Basketball
We have liaised with some associations and venue operators to align and confirm their stance on house-hold close contacts and basketball participation.
Basketball Victoria recommends:
- Household contacts are required to wear masks in and around facilities (such as pre and post-game), but once they are exercising (in an exertive manner) as per the Victorian Government face mask rules, they can participate without a mask. This also applies to technical officials and coaches participating in the same manner.
Regards,
Nick Honey
Chief Executive Officer
6 May 2022
Any player who is a close contact must wear a mask to and from the game, but can remove their mask when playing on the court.
Any close contact who is not playing, must continue to follow the rules and wear a mask at all times when inside a venue away from their home.
Return to Sport – 26 October Update
Basketball Victoria has continued to advocate to Sport and Recreation Victoria (SRV) that indoor sport receives fair and equitable treatment compared to outdoor sport for any COVID-19 vaccination protocols or requirements.
We have recently received information from SRV that the Department of Health hasconfirmed that it is intended that community sport, both indoor and outdoor, is excluded from vaccination requirements if participants are attending solely for that activity.
The exclusion applies to attendees who are necessary to facilitate the community sporting activity, such as participants and volunteers
At this stage the vaccination requirement will apply to facility workers and volunteers if their jobs extend beyond community sport, plus venues where there are food or beverage facilities.
We are still seeking further information and details on the complexities regarding the specific roles that will need to demonstrate their vaccination status, plus requirements surrounding school venues or third party managed venues that have implemented a vaccination mandate.
Please note: We are distributing this information now so you can plan as best as possible before the Health Directions are formalised. However, this information is yet to be fully documented, is not currently in place and will be reflected in a future update to Health Directions later this week, which we will collate and disseminate to the wider basketball community.
While in practical terms, participants, parents/guardians and volunteers – vaccinated and unvaccinated – will be able to attend Basketball Victoria sanctioned activities without having to confirm their vaccination status, there will be other COVID-19 protocols which will be required to be adhered to.
We encourage the community to continue to increase the vaccination rate across the State, so we provide as safe an environment as possible for the community as we return to play.
We will post this information on our social channels at 5pm today to allow clubs and associations to tailor your communications beforehand. We will provide further details as soon as they are available.
Best Regards,
Nick Honey
Basketball Victoria
Chief Executive Officer
MEBA –
As I’m sure you’re all well aware, the Victorian Government has announced a further extension of the current lockdown until at least the 23rd September.Unfortunately, the competitions are now unable to resume in time to complete a feasible season prior to the commencement of the Summer ‘21/22 season and as such the MEBA & GEBC Competitions for Winter ’21 are cancelled.
FIY – In terms of the Summer ‘21/22 season MEBA are asking that all clubs continue their preparations according to the current deadlines in readiness for the 4th October. If, due to further lockdowns/restrictions preventing competition by the 4th October we will continue to move out Grading Round 1 and provide a revised calendar of rounds once we can resume. The grading phase for Summer ‘21/22 will be reduced from 6 weeks to 5 weeks.
Until then we hope and pray that you stay well.
Return to Sport – 16 August Update
Unfortunately, the Victorian Government, on advice from the Department of Health, has extended the lockdown restrictions for Greater Melbourne with these measures remaining in place until 11:59pm on Thursday 2 September.
RESTRICTION LEVEL
Greater Melbourne
In line with Victorian Government health directives, basketball in Greater Melbourne will remain at the RED-0 REACTIVATION LEVEL as per the Basketball Victoria Return to Sport Guidelines.
Regional Victoria
In line with Victorian Government health directives, basketball in Regional Victoria will remain at the ORANGE-50 REACTIVATION LEVEL within Basketball Victoria Return to Sport Guidelines.
We remain in close communication with the Department of Health and Sport and Recreation Victoria (SRV) to ensure indoor basketball can reactivate as quickly as possible following the current restrictions viagra generika schweiz rezeptfrei.
We appreciate your understanding and patience throughout these difficult times.
Please review the Basketball Victoria Return to Sport Guidelines for further information.
Mental Health
This is a challenging period for all in the community. There are a number of resources to help assist you during these difficult times, including the Welcome to Head to Health website – which helps you find digital mental health and wellbeing resources, for yourself or for those in your community – as well as VicHealth’s list of Ten go-to mental health organisations for young people.
For more information about current COVIDSafe settings and the vaccination program, please visit www.coronavirus.vic.gov.au.
RETURN TO SPORT REACTIVATION LEVEL
UNTIL THURSDAY 2 SEPTEMBER AT 11.59PM
REGIONAL VICTORIA
ALL AGES: ORANGE-50
GREATER MELBOURNE
ALL AGES: RED-0
Best Regards,
Nick Honey
Basketball Victoria
Chief Executive Officer
Return to Sport – 5 August Update
The Victorian Government, on advice from the Department of Health, has chosen to enact a snap lockdown for Victoria with these measures staying in effect for 7 days from Thursday 5 August at 8.00pm.
In line with Victorian Government health directives, basketball across Victoria will be placed at the RED-0 REACTIVATION LEVEL as per the Basketball Victoria Return to Sport Guidelines.
There will be no games for Basketball Victoria-managed leagues, there will be more details to follow in regard to resumption in the coming days.
Basketball Victoria recommends that all basketball fixtures scheduled for Thursday 5 August between now and 8pm be cancelled for the best interest of the community.
As with the most recent lockdown, we will be in close communication with the Department of Health and Sport and Recreation Victoria (SRV) to ensure indoor basketball can reactivate as quickly as possible following the current restrictions.
We appreciate your understanding and patience throughout this difficult period.
Please review the Return to Sport Guidelines for further information.
For more information about current COVIDSafe settings and the vaccination program, please visit www.coronavirus.vic.gov.
RETURN TO SPORT REACTIVATION LEVEL
Thursday 5 August at 8pm for 7 days
VICTORIA
ALL AGES: RED-0
FROM MEBA
As advised this afternoon, Victoria will be entering another 7-day lockdown from 8pm Thursday 5th August.
As such, all junior competitions for Friday 6th, Saturday 7th and Monday 9th August are cancelled.
Please be advised that Basketball Victoria has provided further clarity regarding the Restricted Activity Directives as we make our way out of Lockdown 5.
For at least the next 2 weeks, the following restrictions will remain in place for the junior domestic competition:
- Every venue is required to have a COVID Check-In Marshall present.
- All patrons must sign-in using the QR Code Check In and show their completed check in to the COVID Marshall before entering the court area.
- Spectators are not permitted.
- Only ONE (1) parent/guardian is permitted to attend for players under 18 years of age.
- We ask that you source alternative arrangements for the minding of any siblings etc.
- Patrons must not arrive more than 5 minutes prior to their game and wait in their car or outside the venue.
- Patrons must leave immediately after their game.
- Patrons upon entering the venue must go directly to their court and not walk around the venue (with the exception of going to the bathroom).
- All players, coaches, referees must wear their mask until they take the court.
- All parents/guardians must wear their mask at all times (unless a valid exemption is held).
- Basketball Victoria has advised that anyone with a medical exemption can be asked to provide proof of such and must carry their exemption with them.
- Only the coach can bring in up to 2 basketballs for warm-up/game us and the basketballs must be cleaned prior to use.
As noted by Basketball Victoria in their 27th July release, “Collectively, it is basketballs responsibility to ensure this success is not short lived and that all stakeholders do everything possible to protect the health and safety of the community within the guidelines provided”.
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’m pleased to advise that in line with today’s announcements by the State Government Community Sport can resume from midnight Tuesday 27th July.
As such, we are planning for a return to Junior Domestic Competition this Friday 30th July, Saturday 31st July and Monday 2nd August.
Below is the most recent advice from Basketball Victoria in relation to restrictions imposed on community sport.
We will provide further advice following tonight’s release of the Restricted Activity Directives and subsequent BV meeting tomorrow.
At this stage we are awaiting BV advice to confirm exact parent capacity numbers at each venue, adhering to the “useable space” as defined by Basketball Victoria below, but will advise as soon as possible.
In addition, we will continue to implement the following conditions:
– Patrons must not arrive more than 5 minutes prior to their match.
– All patrons must leave immediately after their game.
With regard to the public health requirements a reminder that:
– All entrants must wear their face mask until they take the court.
– Masks are mandatory levitra cijena. Spectators must wear their face mask at all times (unless a valid medical exemption is held).
– All entrants must sign-in using the Government’s QR Code and show this to the venue supervisor upon entry.
Finally, a reminder that only the coach can bring in 2 basketballs for warm up.
Kind Regards,
MARK HALLETT CHIEF EXECUTIVE OFFICER
The Victorian Government, on advice from the Department of Health has enacted a circuit-breaker lockdown for all of Victoria with these measure in effect from Thursday 15th July at 11:59pm until Tuesday 20th July at 11:59pm.
In line with this and the update from Basketball Victoria all basketball trainings, programs and competitions will be cancelled during this period.
We will continue to provide updates as we make our way through the coming 5 days.
Return to Sport Update – 9 June
The Victorian Government, on advice from the Department of Health, has further eased restrictions from the circuit-breaker lockdown for Greater Melbourne and Regional Victoria, with these measures starting from Thursday 10 June at 11.59pm.
Unfortunately, there is some confusion with the detail of the restrictions released today, specifically for community indoor sport in Regional Victoria.
We have been in close communication with Sport and Recreation Victoria (SRV) and what we do know is:
- Metropolitan Melbourne: unfortunately, there is no indoor sport until the next announcement for easing restrictions. Organised outdoor community sport is permitted for children (those who wish to commit to outdoor games for ages 18 and under), with adults restricted to training only. Outdoor activity is restricted to a maximum of 10 people per group. Density quotient of 1 person per 4sqm applies.
- Regional Victoria: is open for all ages training and competition, however we need further clarity on the number allowed indoors for each venue.
We will be receiving detailed “Restricted Activity Directions” overnight and will provide a further update tomorrow.
For more information about current COVIDSafe settings and the vaccination program, please visit www.coronavirus.vic.gov.au.
Dear Clubs,
The Victorian Government, on advice from the Department of Health (formerly DHHS) has enacted a circuit-breaker lockdown for all of Victoria with these measure in effect from Thursday 27th May at 11:59pm until Thursday 3 June at 11:59pm.
In line with this and the update from Basketball Victoria all basketball trainings, programs and competitions will be suspended during this period.
In relation to the MEBA/GEBC Junior Domestic Competitions:
- Games scheduled for Monday 31/05 were for Round 1 of the Regular Season and as such will be cancelled.
- Games scheduled for Friday 28/05 and Saturday 29/05 were the final round of the grading phase for the Winter ’21 season and as such will be rescheduled to the next available dates (hopefully Fri 4/6 and Sat 5/6).
We will continue to provide updates as we make our way through the coming 7 days.
Kind Regards,
MARK HALLETT CHIEF EXECUTIVE OFFICER
P: 03 9802 6711
Basketball Victoria COVID-19 Update – Thursday 27 May Dear Lorraine, The Victorian Government, on advice from the Department of Health (formerly DHHS), has enacted a circuit-breaker lockdown for all of Victoria, with these measures in effect from Thursday 27 May at 11.59pm until Thursday 3 June at 11.59pm. In line with Victorian Government health directives, […]
Last week the Victorian Government announced further easing of restrictions to increase capacity for community
sport and seated events. Under the new restriction’s community sports facilities can operate subject to a density limit
of 1 person per 2 sqm. As such our venues will now be allowing all spectators to attend, subject to the capacity
restrictions. We ask that you remain considerate of all families attending when bringing along extra supporters.
To assist with managing these increased number of people within the venue (particular during game changeover) we
will continue to ask families not arrive for their game until 15 minutes prior to the scheduled time.
We are also please to advise that from the start of the Winter ’21 season players will again be permitted to bring a
basketball with them to games. Please ensure any basketball brought to the facility is cleaned with a disinfectant wipe
or with Glen20 spray prior to arrival.
Finally, all patrons are reminded to use the QR Sign-In Code upon entry.
Return to Sport – 26 February Update
Dear Lorraine,
We are pleased to see further easing of COVID-19 restrictions as announced today Friday February 26 by the Victorian Government and Department of Health.
The main change for basketball in Victoria is the restrictions regarding mask wearing.
MASKS
From 11.59pm Friday February 26 – The change is:
Masks are not required during games for Players, Referees & Coaches while on court.
Masks are recommended for all patrons aged 12 years or older, when social distancing cannot be maintained, unless medically exempt.
Please see full details in our Return to Sport Guidelines (Version 11 / February 26).
Venue density limits still apply, patrons need to maintain social distancing where possible and continue to follow hygiene practices, eg signage must state the number of people permitted inside, wipes and disinfectant must be supplied for use by patrons, record keeping is required and venues with capacity of greater than 500 patrons must publish a COVIDSafe Plan online.
RETURN TO SPORT REACTIVATION STATUS – From Friday 26 FEBRUARY AT 11.59pm
ALL AGES: COVID-Safe
For an explanation on COVID-Safe, click here for our updated Return to Sport Guidelines.
In addition, this information is on our website and will be distributed via social media from 4pm today.
Best Regards,
Nick Honey
Basketball Victoria
CEO
Thank you to everyone for all the hard work you’ve done to get us ready for a return to play this Saturday, we’re almost there!
Before the first games tip-off, we wanted to provide one last update/reminder of changes for you to send out to your club members.
- We are currently operating under the Basketball Victoria COVID-Safe Level (Formerly Green-100).
- Matches will run on their usual 45-minute schedule with 18-minute halves. There will be no gap between games.
- As there are no gaps between games all patrons are instructed to leave the venue immediately following their game.
- We are currently working on the 1 person per 4sqm rule regarding capacity, however Basketball Victoria have advised that associations should limit the number of spectators to 40 per court which we will follow.
- This means that immediate family can attend but we are asking extended family/friends etc to refrain from attending until further notice.
- All patrons are to ensure they maintain social distancing where possible.
- All patrons must carry a mask. It is strongly recommended that you wear your mask whenever you cannot keep 1.5m distance from others.
- We are now using COVID-Comply as our QR Code software which all patrons will need to use to mark their attendance at the venue. After details are entered the first time you can save your details to make it easier for subsequent visits.
- Team Managers: If you haven’t signed up to Teammo please do so as soon as possible and make payment for your team sheet fee prior to Saturday. We will have door staff present at all venues to assist if required.
- Any club/team that needs to give a walkover must process this through Teammo (even those clubs pre-paying via invoice).
- A reminder that the competition is no longer providing match balls. The coach of each team is permitted to bring 2 balls in for warm up and a match ball selected from these. Players are no longer permitted to bring in their own ball.
- The canteen at Nunawading Stadium will be open, with EFTPOS facilities the preferred payment method.
Return to Basketball and Current Restrictions
The announcement on Sunday 18 October by the Victorian Government has eased restrictions in several areas across Victoria.
Unfortunately, due to basketball being classified as a “contact sport” (i.e. a sport that is unable to be played at a social distancing length of 1.5m between each participant) by the Victorian Government, basketball is subject to being part of the Last Step of the COVID Roadmap.
Victoria’s current level of restrictions regarding basketball’s return to sport have not changed from our last update, but there is greater clarity around future restrictions being eased at the end of the month. There is also a potential of further announcements this Sunday which may bring timelines forward.
Future eased restrictions were announced yesterday detailing the roadmap for community sport. As of Sunday 1 November at 11.59pm, Metropolitan
We will continue to advocate to Government and other stakeholders on behalf of the basketball community to ensure the quickest possible return of Victorian basketball across the state.
Please refer to the Victorian DHHS website as well as Basketball Victoria’s Return to Sport Guidelines for further information.
Return to Sport Update – June 19, 2020
As COVID-19 restrictions are being slowly lifted by the Victorian Government, we are pleased that there is a clearer roadmap to return to play. While this is exciting, we need to remain patient and allow associations and clubs the time to prepare as best they can to ensure the health and safety of our community is maintained, while aiming to get participants back on the court.
Basketball Victoria has put forward a position to Sport and Recreation Victoria and the Department of Health and Human Services, that our understanding and application of the Victorian Government return to sport announcement from Sunday June 14, allows for basketball to move to an Orange-50 indoor competition/training reactivation status from June 22 (as per the Basketball Victoria Return to Sport Guidelines) – for players 18 years and under.
Please note: the proposed Orange-50 status – for 18 years and under (confirming the number of people allowed per court) is to be considered for preparation purposes only and not to be treated as confirmed until Basketball Victoria receives the appropriate approval from the Victorian Chief Health Officer.
For players 18 years and over the status is Orange-20 – Indoor/Outdoor Training from June 22.
Summary of Restrictions:
From June 22
- For 18 years old and under – full contact training and competition for both indoor and outdoor is possible from June 22.
- For 18 years and over – non-contact training for both indoor and outdoor is possible from June 22.
- For 18 years and over – full contact training for both indoor and outdoor (forecast for) July 13
- For 18 years and over – resumption of competition both indoor and outdoor (forecast for) July 20
Note: the forecast July dates are not confirmed, the Victorian Government will still need to finalise these dates in the coming weeks.
Domestic Basketball
Every association has different circumstances with venue access and their resources, so this will see a staggered and different return to play for participants and clubs. If your association has indicated that their season is set to return, we ask that you follow all instructions and hygiene protocols advised to you when returning to play.
Associations, Clubs and Venue Access
It is important that participants and parents remain patient and understand the unique position each association is in as they work hard to enable a safe and viable environment for a return to play. Associations will update clubs (if applicable) and participants of intended start dates and associated processes required to return to domestic basketball.
School Access
Basketball Victoria has not yet received formal information from the Department of Education for when school courts will open, however, indications are that DET is considering opening up at the start of Term 3. We have written to DET asking to bring this date forward to June 29 to enable associations to prepare for their return to competitions, we will advise as soon as we have formal advice.
Registrations and Season Format
All participants must be registered in PlayHQ to the particular competition season set up (or continued) by an association before any play recommences. Being registered and utilising PlayHQ’s electronic scoring will also assist with any contact tracing required if there is a COVID-19 transmission/outbreak.
If associations need assistance in deciding to start afresh or continue existing seasons, there is some advice and support here from the Digital Support Team. Please contact them if you need any assistance.
Aussie Hoops
Term 3 registrations are now open.
VJBL
Planning on a July 17 return, venue access and restrictions may impact on the fixture, further details to follow as soon as possible.
Big V
A survey has been sent to associations to seek feedback on potential season options. Further details in the coming weeks.
Country Championships and Events
A full and updated calendar will be available next week.
High-Performance
State Development Program athletes will be contacted with an updated training schedule by their relevant coach, aiming for the 2nd week of Term 3.
We appreciate the patience and understanding of the whole community, we ask that everyone continues to maintain increased hygiene practices as well as adequate social distancing measures to ensure we get back on the court as soon as possible in a safe manner.
Regards,
Nick Honey
Basketball Victoria
Chief Executive Officer
June 19, 2020
Please see below a number of communication updates, in addition to events and documents to assist member associations plan on a return to sport.
Save the Date – Return to Sport Forum – June 4
Please RSVP to the next Basketball in Victoria – Return to Sport Update. We hope to have further clarity from SRV and stakeholders in regards to venue access and restrictions, and we can discuss the challenges, impacts and opportunities ahead of us as we plan a return to sport.
Community Sport Survival Grants – Information and Guidance
We have tabled some information here to assist Associations and Clubs apply for the Community Sport Survival Grants. We recommend that Club Grants in particular are submitted ASAP. The Association applications need to be accompanied by a supporting letter from Basketball Victoria, which we can arrange for you. Details in the document attached.
Update – Outdoor Training Guidelines
As you know, the Victorian Government made an announcement about further easing of restrictions effective June 1. The key changes relating to sport are:
- Up to 20 people can participate in group sport and exercise activities but it must be outside and non-contact.
- Up to 20 people can use public playgrounds, outdoor gyms and skateparks
- Sport and exercise activities are only allowed if you can keep your distance (at least 1.5 metres apart) and they are not competitive
- Indoor and outdoor swimming pools can be opened to a maximum of 20 patrons per separate enclosed space, subject to the four square metre rule calculated on the publicly accessible area excluding the pool and a limit of 3 persons per lane in each pool.
While there is a reference to 20 people participating in group sport and exercise, it is important to note that the activity must be non-contact, with only 10 people participating at any one time in addition to those people running the training (e.g. coach, manager).
For those wishing to participate outdoors, we would like to emphasise the purpose and considerations for participating in outdoor activity or training and suggest you refer to Basketball Victoria’s Outdoor Training Guidelines (updated) that have been developed in line with government restrictions and the AIS Framework for Rebooting Sport.
Should you choose to participate outdoors, have fun, but please do so in a safe and respectful manner.
June 22 Restrictions
Basketball Victoria will provide further details on what is allowed under the restrictions from June 22, as well as a specific Indoor Guideline for this stage of the restrictions once we have received greater detail from the State Government. As per previous correspondence, we are seeking clarity on the following rule applying from June 22:
- Indoor sports centres and venues can be opened with up to 20 people allowed per separate enclosed space, subject to the four square metre rule, with up to 10 people per group or activity
We will continue to update you as soon as we have information available.
Recommended Resources / Suppliers – COVID-19
We have had a number of requests from associations and clubs regarding the sourcing of or recommending suppliers for COVID-19/Hygiene related products or services. We have been able to work with some suppliers to negotiate discounted pricing. Please use the details on this form to access these suppliers or feel free to source your own supplies. In addition, we aim to provide some RTS signage templates that members can access via our website in the near future for you to print and use.
Webinars: Governance – Board Roles, Inductions and AGMs – June 2, 12pm
Join Trevor Newcombe and David Huxtable on June 2, as they assist associations navigate through governance challenges of board roles and inductions, as well as how to run an AGM. Please RSVP here. Information on future webinars such as Communications, Human Resources and Competitions will follow shortly.
We also have our recent webinars and resources including; Finance, Government Advocacy, Cyber-Security and PlayHQ housed here to review and share.
We will continue to update you as soon as information
Please see below the following updates regarding announcements made recently by the Victorian Government. While the announcements were significant yesterday, the current information is that we are still only allowed restricted basketball activities as per the Outdoor Training Guidelines.
Updates to Victorian COVID-19 Restrictions and Stage 3 Changes
The Victorian Government has made the following changes impacting basketball and the return to community sport regarding coronavirus (COVID-19).
From 11:59pm on 31 May the following changes will come into effect:
- Non-contact outdoor sporting activities (e.g. basketball training sessions) will increase to 20 people plus the instructor (previously 10 people plus the instructor) as per the previously distributed Outdoor Training Guidelines
From 11:59pm on 21 June – and in line with the most up-to-date advice of the Chief Health Officer – the following changes will be made:
- Indoor sports centres and physical recreation venues, including gyms, to open with up to 20 people per single undivided indoor space and up to 10 people per group/activity at any one time.
We are currently working through what these changes will mean for basketball with Sport and Recreation Victoria, while working through our Return to Sport Guidelines and will have further updates on these changed conditions as soon as available.
You can read the full update from the Victorian Government here.
Community Sport Sector Short-term Survival Package
The Victorian Government announced a $40 million Community Sport Sector Short-term Survival Package to provide grants to support the operational viability of community sport and active recreation organisations impacted by the coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic.
This initiative is part of the Victorian Government’s new Experience Economy Survival Package providing urgent support to help a range of key organisations, associations and clubs ride out the economic impacts of the coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic and help them reboot, rebound and recover.
The Community Sport Sector Short-term Survival Package includes $40 million for community sport organisations in four categories:
- Grants of up to $350,000 available for large state sporting associations;
- Grants of up to $200,000 available to smaller state sporting associations; regional sports assemblies, academies and other state sport and recreational bodies;
- Grants of up to $15,000 are available for associations and leagues; and
- Grants of $1,000 are available for individual clubs.
We are dissecting the eligibility criteria and specifics of the program to help associations and clubs that are eligible to get assistance as soon as possible.
For specific details on the program, including the objectives of the fund, the number of applications that can be submitted under each stream, the grant amounts available and eligibility of applications please refer to the guidelines, which are available via the Sport and Recreation Victoria website
We aim to hold an online meeting with members in the next week when we have further clarification for our return to sport and so we can discuss the impacts, timeline and strategy. Details to be provided shortly.
Basketball Victoria will continue to work with government and advocate on behalf of basketball to ensure our sport is able to return in a safe, manageable and prompt fashion.
Basketball Victoria acknowledges the Basketball Australia – Return to Basketball Guidelines that were released today. As each State and Territory are currently under different restrictions and protocols, we are reviewing the document(s) for jurisdictional consistencies with our previously distributed – Basketball Victoria – Return to Sport Guidelines and with the Victorian Government. We will be amending and distributing a finalised version of the document by Friday, May 22.
The BV document refers to risk management strategies to enable a return to basketball at various levels of restriction including, the flow of traffic in and out of venues, time restrictions, compulsory cleaning, sanitisation and restrictions on players, officials and parents per court.
Basketball Victoria is hoping that the next phase in the easing of restrictions, from the beginning of June, will allow a return to indoor stadiums with an allowance for a reasonable level of individuals per court, as we have detailed in our guidelines. We believe our sport has the ability to provide a safe and controlled environment for the return to participation.
We are striving for a greater understanding of the proposed next stages of a return to sport, which will assist with advanced planning for us all. We continue to liaise with all levels of government and will provide an update as soon as information comes to hand. In addition, we are working on a preferred supplier solution to assist associations and clubs purchase sanitisation products and equipment which we will release details of next week
The basketball community has shown great strength and understanding during this unprecedented time for our sport, and we’re confident this will continue through the recovery that lies ahead.
We will continue to update you as soon as we have information available.
Return to Sport – COVID-19 Update
Tuesday 12 May
Yesterday, the Victorian Government made announcements relating to the easing of restrictions due to the COVID-19 pandemic, this included allowing people to participate in outdoor activities or train in community sport in groups of up to 10 people.
Basketball Victoria supports this approach, as it recognises that sport and exercise play a critical role in the physical, mental and emotional wellbeing of Victorians, but importantly this must be balanced with the risk of transmitting coronavirus.
As such, the State Government has developed the following principles to guide the lifting of restrictions around sport and exercise.
Sport and exercise can resume if:
- you keep your distance while performing the activity (at least 1.5 metres apart),
- you are not doing your activities indoors and they are not competitive (team vs team); and
- you can do them with a maximum of 10 people (plus coach / support person).
For the sake of clarity, the Government (DHHS) stipulates that “you can participate in training for all sports, but it must be non-contact, with only 10 people participating at any one time in addition to those people running the training (e.g. coach, manager)”. Further details can be found at DHHS here.
While this provides an opportunity for many of us to get back into participating in basketball outside of our home environment, Basketball Victoria wants to emphasise that how we all collectively act in the coming weeks will directly affect the health of our community and our sports ability to return to more regular indoor activity in the near future.
We are being provided an opportunity to enjoy a level of sport and exercise outdoors in the short term, but we must not compromise safety, nor the reputation of the sport at this vitally important time.
Purpose
The purpose of any outdoor, non-compulsory training session should be:
- Player Health & Wellbeing – to get participants interacting/socialising with their friends, following social distancing rules
- Fitness & Conditioning – start with a slow, modified reintroduction to fitness and conditioning (eg 1 vs 0 drills, shooting etc) to be ready for any formal indoor activity when it is safe to do so.
Considerations
We suggest that all clubs, associations and participant groups consider the following:
- Please use common sense and be considerate to members of the public
- (If you’re a club or association) – do you have the ability to properly monitor organised outdoor trainings?
- Formalised trainings should not be compulsory
- Follow hygiene and social distancing rules
- If you are feeling unwell, do not attend
- No physical contact:
- No High-5s, handshakes, screens, boxing out, bumping, one on one play etc
Insurance
Please be mindful of the below before conducting outdoor activities:
- Only Basketball Victoria and Association “sanctioned” training or competition activities are covered by Basketball Victoria’s insurance policy
- Only registered participants are covered for personal accident insurance
- Activities must be in line with and adhere to government laws, rules and regulations.
Activities that fail to comply with these requirements may not be covered by insurance under this policy – eg if there are 11 people training, or people are proven to not be social distancing or sanitising their hands etc.
For those wishing to participate outdoors we suggest you refer to Basketball Victoria’s Outdoor Training Guidelines that have been developed in line with Government restrictions and the AIS Framework for Rebooting Sport.
Should you choose to participate outdoors, have fun, but please do so in a safe and respectful manner.
The next review date for the easing of further restrictions is in line with the Victorian Government’s State of Emergency – Sunday 31 May.
Please visit the Basketball Victoria website – www.basketballvictoria.com.au/covid-19/ – for up to date information.
COVID-19 Updates
As of 11 May 2020
The next review date for domestic competition basketball will be Sunday 31 May in line with the Victorian Government’s extension to the State of Emergency as of Monday 11 May.
Return to Sport – Outdoor Activity (11/5/20)
The key changes announced means the following will be permitted:
- outdoor gatherings being permitted with up to 10 people
- indoor gatherings at home are permitted, with 5 visitors able to visit the normal residents of a household
- the ability to leave the house for exercise will be expanded to include outdoor recreational activities.
These activities can occur in groups of up to 10 people outside, but the requirements on physical distancing remain.
- for weddings 10 guests are allowed, plus the couple and the celebrant
- for funerals, 20 people will be allowed at an indoor ceremony and 30 people at an outside ceremony. This is in addition to the minimum people required to conduct the funeral
- religious gatherings and ceremonies will be permitted with up to 10 people, plus those required to perform the ceremony
While basketball is a predominantly indoor sport, there are a number of ways that people can participate in basketball activities utilising community accessible outdoor courts and open spaces.
Importantly, this must be done with a maximum of 10 people in any group activity, with no contact permitted, and applying social distancing and safe hygiene practices at all times. We have a helpful infographic guide to download and share with your participants.
We appreciate the announcement doesn’t allow for the use of indoor venues, however, we will continue to work with government to institute the appropriate guidelines that will see a return to indoor basketball at some stage in the very near future.
Domestic Basketball Update (11/5/20)
The next review date for domestic competition basketball will be Sunday 31 May in line with the Victorian Government’s extension to the State of Emergency as of Monday 11 May.
In the meantime, we encourage everyone to take advantage of the opportunity to be active through basketball outside in a safe and respectful manner under strict compliance with the governments new restrictions.
For more details on the latest government restriction updates – including specific sport and recreation activities, please visit the Victorian Government’s Coronavirus update.
Leagues Update (11/5/2020)
Following the Victorian Governments announcement on the easing of COVID-19 restrictions in Victoria, Basketball Victoria (BV) provides the following update on Leagues managed by BV.
BV remains committed to the safe and viable return to sport for all participants, domestic and elite. Our primary objective remains the return of grass-roots basketball and domestic competitions.
While we anticipate the resumption of the VJBL will be similar to that of domestic basketball, our senior elite leagues (Big V, NBL1 and CBL) will be evaluated once the sport has a confirmed resumption date. The delayed start may mean the need for senior elite leagues to run much later into the year than normal, we are considering all options and formats for senior elite leagues in 2020.
We will continue to provide regular updates when we are informed of the next steps in the return to sport.
2020 National Junior Classic cancelled (11/5/2020)
Due to the uncertainty of interstate travel and the staged lifting of restrictions for a return to indoor sport, Basketball Victoria and the Victorian Junior Basketball League (VJBL) have cancelled the 2020 National Junior Classic.
With the 128-team tournament, featuring participants from the VJBL VC Divisions, Country Championships winners and interstate teams, due to take place over the Queen’s Birthday long weekend (6-8 June 2020), Basketball Victoria looked at various options and future dates but have made the difficult decision to cancel the event and look forward to planning a greater event in 2021.
“We don’t take this decision lightly and have waited as long as possible to make a decision surrounding the National Junior Classic,” VJBL General Manager John Hilton said. “Seeing the best of Victorian and Australian club talent come to Melbourne each June for the National Junior Classic is a highlight on the calendar and one we will unfortunately not get to showcase in 2020.
“With interstate travel requirements preventing most travel between states, it would preclude the ability of our interstate teams to participate.
“This coupled with the current conditions surrounding the return to indoor sports, it is logistically impossible to host the National Junior Classic to a sufficient standard this year. We look forward to seeing this event return in 2021 as well as seeing the VJBL return as soon as possible to complete the 2020 Championship season.”
Country Champs, U14 Skills Days and Regional Academy.
We are hoping to reschedule these tournaments, events and programs when possible, at this stage they are postponed until May 31, 2020.
Aussie Hoops, 3×3, Walking Basketball and NWBL
In addition to Term Two Aussie Hoops programs being cancelled, Basketball Australia recommends all Term Three Aussie Hoops programs be suspended until further notice.
Basketball Australia will not be accepting or processing Term Three registrations or participant pack orders.
All participants who have registered for a Term Two Aussie Hoops program will be entitled to a full refund as per the Aussie Hoops Refund Policy.
Additionally, the following programs below are postponed until further notice:
- Walking Basketball
- 3X3 Community Hustle
- National Wheelchair Basketball Leagues (Men’s & Women’s).
Australian Junior Championships
Basketball Australia has determined that the Under 16 Australian JuniorChampionships, scheduled to be held in Perth in July, will no longer be proceeding.
At this stage they are investigating the option of moving these championships to a different window, however this has not yet been confirmed.
We strongly recommend coaches cease training their respective teams for the Australian Junior Championship effective immediately.
We advise all teams, their families and supporters to proceed with cancelling existing travel arrangements and take advantage of credit being offered by providers.
Return to Sport Guidelines (as of 02/05/20)
You may have seen the Federal Government announcement Friday evening (01/05/20) in regard to the planning for a staged return to community sport.
Included in the National Cabinet update was:
- An agreement to bring forward the review of the first phase of removing baseline restrictions on Friday, 8 May 2020.
- The consideration and endorsement of the ‘National Principles for the Resumption of Sport and Recreation Activities’.
- A ‘Framework for Rebooting Sport in a COVID-19 Environment’ was also developed by the AIS.
Please note: States and Territories are responsible for sport and recreation resumption decisions, both at the professional and community level and will determine progression through the phases, taking account of local epidemiology, risk mitigation strategies and public health capability.
Return to Sport Guidelines
We have developed Return to Sport Guidelines for basketball in Victoria that consider the AIS Framework for Rebooting Sport; and acknowledges the Federal Governments principles for the resumption of sport and recreation. The document refers to risk management strategies to enable a return to basketball at various levels of restriction including, the flow of traffic in and out of venues, time restrictions, compulsory cleaning, sanitisation and restrictions on players, officials and parents per court.
Basketball Victoria strongly believes that indoor sport should be reactivated at the same time as outdoor sports, and has proactively developed these detailed guidelines to demonstrate to government that our sport has the ability to provide a safe and controlled environment for the return to participation. However, we need to acknowledge that these guidelines are still in draft form, and will ultimately be guided by the directions from the Victorian Government. Basketball Victoria is providing members these draft guidelines now, to inform you how we envisage the sport may be reactivated and the types of steps that we may all need to take to ensure that we return in a safe and sustainably healthy manner.
We wish to emphasise that these are not for implementing at this stage. We will communicate to all members as soon as we have further details from the Victorian Government on how community sport can be activated and we will amend our draft guidelines as necessary to ensure that our members have the most up to date and accurate guidelines for reactivation.
It is highly likely that there will be a gradual return to sport, with systematic staged lifting of restrictions only when the state government has a level of confidence to do so. This will mean that we will need to show flexibility in how we operate, understanding that this is a different time for sport, and patience for everyone involved in all areas trying to make this work. We will need to ensure that we comply with guidelines, and not take actions that can risk the restrictions being lifted. The basketball community has shown great strength and understanding during this unprecedented time for our sport, and we’re confident this will continue through the recovery that lies ahead.
Note: The guidelines do not cover the actions for associations to take if there is a new or positive case of COVID-19, we have been advised that government is working on a set of guidelines for the business community which will be adapted for sports, but will need to be adopted regardless.
Should any members have any questions arising from these draft guidelines we encourage you to contact either Dean Anglin, Mark Hubbard or David Huxtable at Basketball Victoria.
As new information is made available, we will provide further updates in the following few days.
In addition, we will be helping you all in the coming months to stay active, engaged and connected. Skills are taught on court, but perfected at home.
Remember: Champions are made when no one is watching 
#HoopsAtHome
Basketball will be back. We’re not going anywhere.
For more information about COVID-19 and ways to keep yourself and your family protected please visit https://www.dhhs.vic.gov.au/coronavirus
COVID-19 Updates
As of May 8, 2020
Return to Sport
You may have seen the Federal Government announcement last Friday evening (01/05/20) in regard to the planning for a staged return to community sport.
Included in the National Cabinet update was:
An agreement to bring forward the review of the first phase of removing baseline restrictions on Friday, 8 May 2020.
The consideration and endorsement of the ‘National Principles for the Resumption of Sport and Recreation Activities’.
A ‘Framework for Rebooting Sport in a COVID-19 Environment’ was also developed by the AIS.
Please note: States and Territories are responsible for sport and recreation resumption decisions, both at the professional and community level and will determine progression through the phases, taking account of local epidemiology, risk mitigation strategies and public health capability.
Return to Sport Guidelines
We have developed Return to Sport Guidelines for basketball in Victoria that consider the AIS Framework for Rebooting Sport; and acknowledges the Federal Governments principles for the resumption of sport and recreation. The document refers to risk management strategies to enable a return to basketball at various levels of restriction including, the flow of traffic in and out of venues, time restrictions, compulsory cleaning, sanitisation and restrictions on players, officials and parents per court.
Basketball Victoria strongly believes that indoor sport should be reactivated at the same time as outdoor sports, and has proactively developed these detailed guidelines to demonstrate to government that our sport has the ability to provide a safe and controlled environment for the return to participation. However, we need to acknowledge that these guidelines are still in draft form, and will ultimately be guided by the directions from the Victorian Government. Basketball Victoria is providing members these draft guidelines now, to inform you how we envisage the sport may be reactivated and the types of steps that we may all need to take to ensure that we return in a safe and sustainably healthy manner.
We wish to emphasise that these are not for implementing at this stage. We will communicate to all members as soon as we have further details from the Victorian Government on how community sport can be activated and we will amend our draft guidelines as necessary to ensure that our members have the most up to date and accurate guidelines for reactivation.
It is highly likely that there will be a gradual return to sport, with systematic staged lifting of restrictions only when the state government has a level of confidence to do so. This will mean that we will need to show flexibility in how we operate, understanding that this is a different time for sport, and patience for everyone involved in all areas trying to make this work. We will need to ensure that we comply with guidelines, and not take actions that can risk the restrictions being lifted. The basketball community has shown great strength and understanding during this unprecedented time for our sport, and we’re confident this will continue through the recovery that lies ahead.
Note: The guidelines do not cover the actions for associations to take if there is a new or positive case of COVID-19, we have been advised that government is working on a set of guidelines for the business community which will be adapted for sports, but will need to be adopted regardless.
Should any members have any questions arising from these draft guidelines we encourage you to contact either Dean Anglin, Mark Hubbard or David Huxtable at Basketball Victoria.
As new information is made available, we will provide further updates in the following few days.
Basketball Competitions, Programs, Leagues and Events
Domestic / Social Basketball
Due to stage 3 restrictions and the extension of the State of Emergency (until May 11) by the Victorian Government, the Autumn and Winter 2020 domestic basketball seasons are suspended until at least 31 May 2020.
This date is being regularly reviewed (as per above) and updated as the impacts of the Federal and Victorian Government strategies become apparent.
As domestic basketball competitions have been impacted, it is natural that the question of refunds comes up, given the reduced opportunities to play.
Basketball Victoria Licence
All sports across Victoria are experiencing this, and as such we have been in regular contact with the relevant sporting bodies, as we work through the best way to manage this situation for our participants, while carefully managing the financial situation of our sport.
As you would be aware, in addition to competition management and insurance, individual participant fees (the Basketball Victoria Licence) cover a range of essential services and programs which we are and will continue to deliver.
Many of the ‘winter’ sports remain optimistic that there will be some form of competition during 2020 and we’re planning different scenarios for what grass-roots competitions will be once the restrictions are relaxed or lifted.
As we have an expectation that there will be some form of competition this year, and because there has been significant investment to ensure that we are ready for the resumption in 2020, we will be providing extensions on the 365-Day Basketball Victoria Licence (a one-off, annual payment – allowing any participant to play as many times as they want, wherever they want across Victoria).
Basketball Victoria will amend each eligible participant’s expiry date within our competition management and registration system (PlayHQ) to credit the period of affiliation unusable during the COVID-19 interruption. This credit will be applied from the date of resumption, as stipulated by Basketball Victoria. Participants will be eligible if any part of their 365-day membership was affected by the COVID-19 interruption.
However, as always, we will consider requests for individual refunds to those participants who are experiencing extreme hardship at any time (the individual must contact their club or association who then escalates to Basketball Victoria via a Support Ticket).
Club or Association Refunds
We understand that some clubs and/or associations would like to refund participants as soon as possible, while others are deferring this option to enable the club or association to function and be ready for a return to basketball when applicable.
The decision of refunds is at the discretion of each organisation (club/association). Basketball Victoria can support organisations by facilitating bulk refunds for those who choose to go down this path. Clubs and Association contacts have received an email (14/04/20) detailing instructions for this process.
Leagues
Our primary concern remains the health and wellbeing of the basketball community and the return of domestic basketball when it is deemed safe and appropriate. These two principles will be considered when assessing the return of representative basketball.
VJBL – postponed until May 31, next assessment / update – May 11.
Big V 2020 – postponed until May 31, next assessment / update – May 11.
NBL1 2020 – cancelled
Country Champs, U14 Skills Days and Regional Academy.
We are hoping to reschedule these tournaments, events and programs when possible, at this stage they are postponed until May 31, 2020 with the next update – May 11.
National Junior Classic
Under the current circumstances of inter-state shutdowns and indoor venue restrictions (due to COVID-19), there is considerable doubt as to whether the 2020 National Junior Classic will proceed as planned on June 6-8, 2020.
We understand the issues with interstate travel and accommodation, so we would like to give associations and teams as much notice as possible, while hoping to hold the tournament in some capacity during 2020.
We are continuing to monitor the situation, following Government advice and liaising with stakeholders.
The next decision will be made on Monday May 11, considering all event options including rescheduling and cancellation.
We will provide further updates as soon as they come to hand via the Basketball Victoria COVID-19 page.
Aussie Hoops, 3×3, Walking Basketball and NWBL
In addition to Term Two Aussie Hoops programs being cancelled, Basketball Australia recommends all Term Three Aussie Hoops programs be suspended until further notice.
Basketball Australia will not be accepting or processing Term Three registrations or participant pack orders.
All participants who have registered for a Term Two Aussie Hoops program will be entitled to a full refund as per the Aussie Hoops Refund Policy.
Additionally, the following programs below are postponed until further notice:
Walking Basketball
3X3 Community Hustle
National Wheelchair Basketball Leagues (Men’s & Women’s).
Australian Junior Championships
Basketball Australia has determined that the Under 16 Australian JuniorChampionships, scheduled to be held in Perth in July, will no longer be proceeding.
At this stage they are investigating the option of moving these championships to a different window, however this has not yet been confirmed.
We strongly recommend coaches cease training their respective teams for the Australian Junior Championship effective immediately.
We advise all teams, their families and supporters to proceed with cancelling existing travel arrangements and take advantage of credit being offered by providers.
In addition, we will be helping you all in the coming months to stay active, engaged and connected. Skills are taught on court, but perfected at home.
Remember: Champions are made when no one is watching 💪#HoopsAtHome
Basketball will be back. We’re not going anywhere.
For more information about COVID-19 and ways to keep yourself and your family protected please visit https://www.dhhs.vic.gov.au/coronavirus
RE: Coronavirus Update (COVID-19) – Monday 16th March
Dear Members,
Following the State Governments announcement today of a ‘State of Emergency’ and updated advice from Basketball Victoria in relation to COVID-19, Nunawading Basketball and the Nunawading Basketball Centre will remain closed for at least the next four weeks from Monday 16th March until Monday 13th April 2020. Basketball Victoria have advised that the suspension of all basketball related activities includes formal or organised team training, programs and events.
Tonight, the MEBA has made the incredibly tough decision to cancel the remainder of the Summer 2019/20 Season for both Junior and Senior Domestic Competitions. We appreciate that many people will be disappointed, however we trust that you will understand the incredibly difficult position that is upon us all at this time.
At this point in time the Winter 2020 season shall start as soon as we can recommence playing however, given the uncertainty of the situation at hand this decision is ever evolving and may need to be adjusted over the coming weeks and months and we shall work with all stakeholders to ensure the process is as efficient as possible.
Sincerely,
Mark Hallett
Chief Executive Officer
Nunawading Basketball
13/3/20 – Update
Basketball Victoria has made the decision to suspend Basketball Victoria related programs, events and leagues from now March 13, until further notice. This includes ALL VJBL games, Big V games and the Country Championships being held in Ballarat this weekend.
As this is a rapidly evolving situation, we would like to thank everyone for their understanding and patience as we work through this difficult period. This is a decision we don’t take lightly and want to reassure the basketball
community that we will continue to work with the Victorian Government and other health authorities to ensure the health and wellbeing of our players, coaches, referees and staff are maintained.
Further updates will be provided in the coming days and weeks.
RE: Coronavirus Update (COVID-19) – Friday 13th March 4pm
Dear Members,
Due to COVID-19, Nunawading Basketball has made the decision to cancel all domestic competitions at its controlled venues until further notice.
All Spectres teams will not be permitted to play in the VJBL competition if games are scheduled for tonight, Friday 13th March.
Nunawading Basketball will continue to update its members on the operations via our website and social media to ensure everyone is kept up to date. The decision to close is to reduce the chance of infection to our members and slow potential transmission and community spread of the virus. The domestic finals programs will be reviewed in line with the commencement of the 2020 Winter season and we will communicate our new schedules when they have been finalised.
I would like to thank you for your understanding at this time.
Sincerely,
Mark Hallett
Chief Executive Officer
Nunawading Basketball
If a person is supposed to be in self-isolation/quarantine because of the existence of COVID-19 in a workplace, school or elsewhere, our advice is that the individual must not participate in basketball activities, whether or not they have any symptoms, until the isolation period has expired. Playing or attending basketball does not constitute isolation.
The situation is being closely monitored and as of today, Thursday 12 March, Big V, VJBL and the Country Championships will go ahead as scheduled for this weekend (Friday 13 March – Sunday 15 March).
For any specific enquires please contact League Managers or Country Championship event organisers.
Dear Clubs, Players, Coaches, Referees and Parents,
Nunawading Basketball continues to monitor the situation with regard to COVID-19 (Coronavirus) and is taking steps to protect members, employees and guests against the spread of the virus in accordance with the guidelines provided by the Department of Health. We therefore ask you to ensure that you comply with the guidelines issued by our Health Authorities in order to protect our basketball and wider community and limit the spread of this virus.
If you have recently travelled from, or transited through a designated country**, or have been in contact with anyone confirmed to have contracted the Coronavirus, or with anyone suspected of having such symptoms in the last 14 days, you will be required to undertake a period of self-isolation (quarantine) for 14 days. If this condition applies to you, or anyone you know, you are requested to not attend any Nunawading Basketball Venue, Club Training Venue and (for any Nunawading Spectres) any other VJBL venue in any capacity (even as a spectator) until the applicable quarantine period has expired.
**Currently, designated countries include the People’s Republic of China, Iran, Italy and the Republic of Korea (South Korea). Other countries may be added in future days and weeks.
If you or anyone you know present symptoms similar to that of coronavirus, you are requested to exercise common sense and consider not attending any Nunawading Basketball Venue, Club Training Venue and (for any Nunawading Spectres) any other VJBL venue in any capacity (even as a spectator) until the symptoms have passed.
Given the uncertainty of the situation evolving in Melbourne, we would ask that all parents exercise common sense and your own best judgement. Please be especially mindful if you or your child/ren attend a school with a known outbreak.
At this point in time all MEBA/GEBC Junior and Senior Domestic matches will be proceeding as scheduled.
For Nunawading Spectres players, coaches and parents, at this point in time VJBL matches are proceeding as scheduled and we will be guided by Basketball Victoria and the VJBL if anything changes.
We ask for your absolute cooperation in adhering to these guidelines for the benefit of your fellow basketball members.
We will continue to update you as the situation evolves.
Sincerely,
Mark Hallett
Chief Executive Officer
Nunawading Basketball
We want to reassure the Basketball Victoria community that we are in close consultation with the Victorian Government, VicSport and Basketball Australia, among other key stakeholders, and are tightly monitoring the public health situation and any possible impacts regarding COVID-19 (otherwise known as “coronavirus”).
As of Tuesday 10 March 2020, all scheduled Basketball Victoria events and fixtures – such as this weekend’s Country Championships in Ballarat, VJBL game nights and the upcoming first round of Big V – will go ahead as scheduled.
We understand our communities concerns and we will continue to monitor community needs and consult with government and other key stakeholders and make assessments as necessary. The health and well-being of our participants is our highest priority, but it is important that people remain calm and act on the best health advice available.
In regards to domestic fixtures, please keep in contact with your association to stay on top of information as it arises קניית ויאגרה. In addition, we ask everyone to practise high levels of hygiene health which are widely considered by health experts to be a key to disease prevention and management.
We ask that the basketball community follow the directions and information on COVID-19, issued by the Victorian Department of Health and Human Services (DHHS) which can be found at: https://www.dhhs.vic.gov.au/coronavirus.
For sport specific advice, please refer to the AIS webpage, dedicated to providing evidence based, real time advice, including travel as well as FAQs relating to COVID-19 (Coronavirus).
We will continue to provide information as it comes to hand.