Return To Play: THE ESSENTIALS

Posted by LHC Web on 5 September 2020

To help club players, umpires, parents and spectators, here is some condensed advice based on EH Covid-19 Club Support

All participants to have completed Player Agreement

Access & Travel

Travel on your own or in your bubble.
Arrive as close as possible to the time you need to be there.
Arrive changed and ready to play.
Check in with your organiser for Track and Trace purposes.
Allow others to leave before you enter the pitch - if you need to wait, do so away from the pitch and clear of gates.
Ensure you leave the pitch before the end of your allotted time so that the space is empty for the next players.
Shower at home.
Follow the facility rules when accessing indoor spaces such as hospitality or toilets.

Playing hockey

Outside of playing area; subs and coaches socially distance.
Clean your hands during breaks.
Respect your opposition and umpires.
Take Penalty Corners and free hits around the D promptly (umpires are encouraged to restart play promptly)
If the clock is stopped for treating injuries, retrieving of ball from outside of the playing area, etc, then all individuals maintain Social Distancing until the game can recommence.
Avoid shouting excessively or spitting.
A 2-minute suspension (Green Card) will be issued to any player or participant caught spitting or nose blowing without a handkerchief or tissue. Areas should be cleaned by the offending player before play can continue.
Touch the ball with your stick/GK equipment and not your hands.
Use your own protective equipment (e.g. facemasks). Avoid regular removal of your gum shield.
Socially distance when play stops. No handshakes with other players or close contact during goal celebrations.