MODS COVID-19 UPDATE

Date
March 12, 2020 at 12:34pm
Categories
General

March 12, 2020 – Novel Coronavirus (COVID-19) Communication

Manitoba Organization of Disc Sports (MODS) is actively monitoring the ongoing public health situation surrounding Coronavirus (COVID-19). We have received inquiries from our membership and we want to stress that we understand their concerns and the significance of this situation. We are committed to helping protect the health and safety of the public, as well as our athletes, coaches, volunteers and others associated with our sport.

Public health agencies in Manitoba state that the risk for individuals in the province is currently low but are changing moment to moment and the pandemic is fluid... We will proceed with our current planning for indoor leagues and programs as planned, communicated and advertised. We are still planning to move forward with school programing and registration and team registration in the coming weeks for the outdoor season as well. However, given how quickly things can change, we will continue to monitor the situation and provide updates as the circumstances require.

For those registered for High School Nationals in May, Ultimate Canada as of yet has made no public comment on this event and everyone should still continue on as planned until they hear other news and updates.

Updated Game Protocols:

To assist with containing or slowing down the spread of the Novel coronavirus (COVID-19), we are temporarily instituting the following match procedures immediately:

  • For the short term and until the conclusion of this season, handshakes and player lines are no longer allowed.
  • At the end of the game, teams will not engage in spirit circles.
  • At the conclusion of the match, teams will not shake hands with the observers, volunteers or spectators around the field.
  • Alternative options include acknowledging opponents and officials via applause, waves, head nod or other means (such as songs or cheers).

Preventing further spread:

To further assist with containing the spread of the Novel coronavirus, we also stress and emphasize the following behaviours:

  • Regularly and thoroughly washing your hands with soap and water an alcohol-based hand rub, including before and after games at all venues.
  • Do not share water bottles.
  • Limit or avoid contact during matches within your own team (hand slaps, team huddles, etc).
  • Stay home if you feel unwell. If you have a fever, cough and difficulty breathing, seek medical attention early and call in advance. Follow the directions of your local health authority.
  • Follow good respiratory hygiene – cover your mouth and nose with your bent elbow or tissue when you cough or sneeze. Dispose of the used tissue immediately.
  • Avoid touching eyes, nose and mouth.
  • Maintain social distancing – maintain at least 1 metre distance between yourself and anyone who is coughing or sneezing.

Additional updates regarding our events and programs will be updated as they become available.

The following resources are available for further information on COVID-19: