Corona virus

[notTHATdad]

Just opening this up as a topic.


I've been surprised at the lack of communication from USAHockey on this topic.


With the IIHF World women's championships being cancelled, are Nationals going to happen? Should they be insisting on team-travel only in order to reduce the number of people in attendance? What about camps?


Is it affecting anyone's plans this spring?

[BladesofSteel66]

Bro, I was all over this a week ago...  here's the link:


https://www.calhockey.com/index.php/topic,4606.0.html

CA is in a state of emergency.  Both LA and Bay Area have been compromised because of travelers and cruise ships. 

THIS IS REAL!!!There are hundreds/thousands of families preparing to TRAVEL all over the state of CALIFORNIA for playoffs and championships.  Our state and the LOCATIONS FOR THESE TOURNAMENTS (LA and San Jose) are legitimately unsafe currently.  What are you going to do?!?!?  What is your Plan of action/precautions!?!?!  -Signed by ANY RATIONAL PERSON WHO IS TYPICALLY NOT A MORON

You/we need to get this topic going.  I posted it in the "SCAHA, Norcal and CAHA Discussions" area thinking all divisions should see it. 

[notTHATdad]

Bro, I was all over this a week ago...  here's the link:


https://www.calhockey.com/index.php/topic,4606.0.html

CA is in a state of emergency.  Both LA and Bay Area have been compromised because of travelers and cruise ships. 

THIS IS REAL!!!There are hundreds/thousands of families preparing to TRAVEL all over the state of CALIFORNIA for playoffs and championships.  Our state and the LOCATIONS FOR THESE TOURNAMENTS (LA and San Jose) are legitimately unsafe currently.  What are you going to do?!?!?  What is your Plan of action/precautions!?!?!  -Signed by ANY RATIONAL PERSON WHO IS TYPICALLY NOT A MORON

You/we need to get this topic going.  I posted it in the "SCAHA, Norcal and CAHA Discussions" area thinking all divisions should see it. 

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I'm more interested specifically about people's Midget plans, as the spring is actually a pretty big and important travel season for 15's and 16's with natty's, but also combines. Also not interested in hyperbola :-) Just people's actual plans. We all get that it is real. Particularly having just got back from Seattle for districts!



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[BladesofSteel66]

I too have a burgeoning midget who wants to attend camps and do some spring/summer travel tournaments.  This topic is of great interest.  Sometimes when your hyperbole is hyper enough, people pay attention!   


Some events (like Coachella Fest) are preparing by installing hundreds of hand sanitizer stations while other events are cancelling completely.  When it comes to hotels, rink venues, etc.  What can you control?

[notTHATdad]

Team travel seems a no-brainer for teams, but for camps does not work.


For Seattle a few of us rented a house through AirBnB which was a great solution - much more private, and much lower cost as well. Staying out of hotels right now seems an easy and wise thing to do.

[BladesofSteel66]

Santa Clara County reports new cases, bans large gatherings...
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[/size]So the ban is for 1,000 or more.  Yikes.  FYI this is San Jose area.  [/size]  [/color]

[CahaMama]

Here is the opinion from USA Hockey:


March 3, 2020
[/color]We continue to regularly monitor concerns associated with coronavirus (COVID-19) and wanted to take a moment to provide an update as it relates to USA Hockey activities, including upcoming District and National tournaments at all levels.
[/color]Our top priority, as you know, is the safety of everyone involved with USA Hockey. We’re extremely fortunate to have Dr. Michael Stuart from the Mayo Clinic as our chief medical and safety officer, someone who brings vast experience, connectivity across the country and world, and an even hand in helping guide our organization on safety-related issues.
[/color]Dr. Stuart, who is also a member of the International Ice Hockey Federation Medical Committee, has shared the importance that everyone follow the guidelines below and regularly visit the Center for Disease Control and Prevention and World Health Organization websites for additional information:[/font][/size][/color]Practice frequent and meticulous hand-washing with soap and water or alcohol-based hand rub

• Avoid touching your eyes, nose, or mouth with unwashed hands

• Cover your nose and mouth when coughing and/or sneezing with a tissue or flexed elbow

• Avoid close contact with anyone with cold or flu-like symptoms

• Quarantine anyone who is sick (players, coaches, parents, roommates)

• Ensure safe food sources; thoroughly cook meat and eggs

• Handshake lines after games should include fist bumps with gloves on

• Use individual water bottles; do not share them

• Towels should not be shared in any way

• [/size]While the coronavirus is without question a significant concern, as of today, all activities within USA Hockey will go on as planned. It is important to note, however, that the situation is fluid and we will provide updates as warranted.[/size][/color]It is worth noting that as of today, there are no directives from the CDC to avoid domestic travel, limit large groups or cancel sporting events.[/color]Thank you for your diligence in following the guidelines above and continuing to stay engaged with this important topic.
  
  

[KickSave]

But local governments are limiting gatherings. Sadly, I no longer trust this new CDC.

[Fowlmood]

It's freaking bad cold for crying out loud.  It's not this virus that will end us.  It's the rampant fear.

[KickSave]

That’s right - let’s be like Italy

[WIPIH]

USA hockey canceled all nationals

[Strawman]

It's freaking bad cold for crying out loud.  It's not this virus that will end us.  It's the rampant fear.

Well if some SoCal hockey dads can’t figure this out we are all really f$cked.

[Stark]

 SCAHA CORONA VIRUS MESSAGE Corona virus and semi finals  and finals
Published On : Mar 12 2020 03:53 AM Hello Hockey Families[/size]As you may know, in late December the first case of Coronavirus disease (COVID-19) was reported in Wuhan, China.  Since that time, many health organizations around the world have been following the virus closely, by January 21 the first case on US soil was confirmed. As with any newly emerging infectious disease, knowledge evolves with time and recommendations are changing rapidly. We are closely monitoring information from public health officials and will continue to follow their prevention guidelines to help keep everyone in our hockey community stay informed. This weekend is our final weekend for hockey in Scaha -  We are aware that in Northern California the area's are advising to keep and public gathering to under 1000 people.  From a semi final perspective, we have 20 games spread across  4 facilities  - so the gatherings at each facility on Saturday will certainly be reasonable  and will reflect a typical SCAHA weekend in general.For Sunday  (Championship Day), We will be hosting 10 games total - playing games on both sheets.  As long as families do not linger after their championship game, we will be good with that 1,000 person guideline. (20 team members x 8 teams in the building at any one time with approx 3-4 family members per player is approx 800 people).We ask our families to please me mindful of this guideline, and keep your attendance to your immediate family only.  Norcal, due to their county's requirements - are handing out wristbands and are limiting attendance to just two people per player.  We currently do not have such a requirement from the county.  The King's facility supports live barn on the internet - so the game is available to watch live remotely for extended family and friends. (great news).  We will also be changing our post game handshakes -  We will  limit them to a single line of fist bumps after the game with the gloves remaining on the hands.  We will forgo the extended handshakes when awarding the hardware after the game.While at the facility:    Please use the friendly elbow bump or fist bump to say hello.    Wash your hands frequently with warm, soapy water for at least 20 seconds.    Cough and sneeze etiquette is encouraged    Clean frequently touched surfaces.    Please do not linger.  After your game, please head on out and enjoy the rest of the afternoon.We will stay informed and will let everyone know if events change in this dynamic situation. If you would like more information on the Coronavirus, please refer to: https://www.who.int/emergencies/diseases/novel-coronavirus-2019 Kind regards,SCAHA
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[SkatingDad]

USA hockey canceled all nationals

This is just the start of the nonsense

https://www.usahockey.com/playersafety

I wonder what people think about MHR now...

[SkatingDad]

SCAHA CORONA VIRUS MESSAGE Corona virus and semi finals  and finals
Published On : Mar 12 2020 03:53 AM Hello Hockey FamiliesAs you may know, in late December the first case of Coronavirus disease (COVID-19) was reported in Wuhan, China.  Since that time, many health organizations around the world have been following the virus closely, by January 21 the first case on US soil was confirmed. As with any newly emerging infectious disease, knowledge evolves with time and recommendations are changing rapidly. We are closely monitoring information from public health officials and will continue to follow their prevention guidelines to help keep everyone in our hockey community stay informed. This weekend is our final weekend for hockey in Scaha -  We are aware that in Northern California the area's are advising to keep and public gathering to under 1000 people.  From a semi final perspective, we have 20 games spread across  4 facilities  - so the gatherings at each facility on Saturday will certainly be reasonable  and will reflect a typical SCAHA weekend in general.For Sunday  (Championship Day), We will be hosting 10 games total - playing games on both sheets.  As long as families do not linger after their championship game, we will be good with that 1,000 person guideline. (20 team members x 8 teams in the building at any one time with approx 3-4 family members per player is approx 800 people).We ask our families to please me mindful of this guideline, and keep your attendance to your immediate family only.  Norcal, due to their county's requirements - are handing out wristbands and are limiting attendance to just two people per player.  We currently do not have such a requirement from the county.  The King's facility supports live barn on the internet - so the game is available to watch live remotely for extended family and friends. (great news).  We will also be changing our post game handshakes -  We will  limit them to a single line of fist bumps after the game with the gloves remaining on the hands.  We will forgo the extended handshakes when awarding the hardware after the game.While at the facility:    Please use the friendly elbow bump or fist bump to say hello.    Wash your hands frequently with warm, soapy water for at least 20 seconds.    Cough and sneeze etiquette is encouraged    Clean frequently touched surfaces.    Please do not linger.  After your game, please head on out and enjoy the rest of the afternoon.We will stay informed and will let everyone know if events change in this dynamic situation. If you would like more information on the Coronavirus, please refer to: https://www.who.int/emergencies/diseases/novel-coronavirus-2019 Kind regards,SCAHA

"We will also be changing our post game handshakes -  We will  limit them to a single line of fist bumps after the game with the gloves remaining on the hands."


After they play a game together hitting, sweating, spiting, etc. on each other yes, the hand shake is going to be the problem...  Wow