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Dear NM Lacrosse Community:
As we start into the weeks of our spring 2020 season, I am writing to you to share the latest information regarding the Coronavirus outbreak. We are aware of the challenges and risks associated with traveling to other towns and are actively educating ourselves on the best and most appropriate response to the changing situation. We have sourced information through the CDChttps://www.cdc.gov/ and the MA Department of Public Health https://www.mass.gov/orgs/department-of-public-health
While COVID-19 is clearly a concern of public health, our sources continue to report that the immediate risk to our players and community members remains low at this time. The potential for infectious disease is always a concern and, as such, we are continuing to emphasize everyday preventative measures to remain as healthy as possible. At this time will continue with our scheduled practices and games with the utmost attention to the health and wellness of our community. We are emphasizing all the key points listed below and clearly on all the websites of our sources.
It’s extremely important to engage in social distancing, frequent hand-washing, avoiding contact with your face, covering your mouth with a tissue or your elbow, staying home if you are sick or questioning whether or NOT you are sick, don't share snacks or water bottles, and regularly cleaning frequently touched surfaces.
For those that have traveled or are planning to travel as a family, we urge you to follow the travel, prevention, testing, and treatment recommendations outlined by the CDC. Most importantly, if there is any question as to whether you or your child are “coming down with something”, please be smart and get healthy before returning to our school and community programs.
Please be aware that over the few weeks we may hear from our town officials, MBYLL (Mass Bay Youth Lacrosse League) or MBGLL (Mass Bay Girls Lacrosse League) that games and practices will need to be cancelled or rescheduled. We ask that you please be flexible as our plans may need to be altered as well. Similarly, we will continue to plan for a successful season and will continue to keep you updated with any change that would affect our schedules.
Again, key points to take away in preventing the spread of infectious diseases including COVID-19:
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Clean your hands often
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Avoid close contact with others
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Stay home if you’re sick
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Cover coughs and sneezes
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Wear a facemask if you are sick and MUST travel
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Clean and disinfect surfaces
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