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:
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:
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.
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.
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.
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
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