COVID-19 Update: No More Masks!
updated as at 06/05/2022
Update from Basketball Victoria
The Victorian Government has recently altered the isolation requirements for COVID-19 household close contacts. This can be found in the Sport & Recreation Sector Guidance page on the Coronavirus website.
Quarantine and isolation
- Close contacts will no longer have to quarantine – provided they wear a face mask indoors and avoid sensitive settings. They will also need to undertake at least five negative rapid tests over the seven days that would previously have been the self-quarantine period.
- The requirement to isolate for seven days following a COVID-19 diagnosis remains.
Close Contacts and Basketball
We have liaised with some associations and venue operators to align and confirm their stance on house-hold close contacts and basketball participation.
Basketball Victoria recommends:
- Household contacts are required to wear masks in and around facilities (such as pre and post-game), but once they are exercising (in an exertive manner) as per the Victorian Government face mask rules, they can participate without a mask. This also applies to technical officials and coaches participating in the same manner.
updated as at 25/02/2022
Dear Member,
We are pleased to advise that from 11:59pm on Friday 25th February, patrons will no longer be required to wear masks when attending any competitions or programs run by Casey Basketball.
Patrons are also no longer required to check-in when arriving, however, all patrons aged 18+ are still required to show proof of vaccination when entering the facility, the following are accepted:
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- COVID-19 digital certificate displayed through the Service Victoria app
- COVID-19 digital certificate displayed through your smartphone
- COVID-19 digital certificate printed off together with photo ID
- Immunisation history statement printed off together with photo ID
- Valid medical exemption together with photo ID
We wish you all the best for the remainder of the season.
Kind Regards,
Tammy Bower
Casey Basketball Association
updated as at 10/1/2022
Dear Member,
Due to the high volume of COVID-19 in the local area, and many members in isolation, Casey Basketball have made the decision to cancel all games to be played this week. These games will not be replayed at a later date. All competitions will resume the round played from the 17th January.
That means your season will recommence as follows:
Monday Night Seniors: 17/1/2022
Tuesday Afterschool Juniors: 18/1/2022
Tuesday Night Seniors: 18/1/2022
Thursday Afterschool Juniors: 20/1/2022
Thursday Night Seniors:20/1/2022
Saturday Juniors: 22/1/2022
Sunday Juniors: 23/1/2022
Casey Basketball Association is taking every step to ensure the 2022 return to basketball is completed in the safest way possible.
This means that the following restrictions apply:
- All patrons aged 8+ are required to wear a mask within the facility, at all times unless they are actively participating in a competition or program.
- All patrons aged 18+ must show proof of vaccination against COVID-19 to staff upon entry, the following are accepted:
- COVID-19 digital certificate displayed through the Service Victoria app
- COVID-19 digital certificate displayed through your smartphone
- COVID-19 digital certificate printed off together with photo ID
- Immunisation history statement printed off together with photo ID
- Valid medical exemption together with photo ID
- All patrons must check-in via the QR codes provided.
- Teams should not arrive to their games earlier than 10 minutes before the scheduled start time.
- Teams should exit promptly once their game is completed, preferably within 5 minutes.
- Having hand sanitiser readily available to all patrons.
- Wiping down players benches, score benches and game equipment in between each game.
- Thank your referee but do not make contact with them (e.g. no handshakes or High 5’s)
If you’re showing any cold/flu like symptoms, we ask that you do not attend any facilities until you are feeling better.
If you have any concerns, you can email comps@caseybasketball.com.au
We look forward to seeing you back on court from the 17th January.
Kind Regards,
Tammy Bower
Casey Basketball Association
updated as at 16/12/2021
Dear Member,
In light of the latest update from the Victorian Government regarding COVID-19 restrictions, patrons aged under 18 years old are no longer required to show proof of their vaccination upon entry into any facility utilised by Casey Basketball, including Casey Stadium.
Patrons aged 18+ are still required to show proof of vaccination or a valid medical exemption to staff when entering the facility.
The following are accepted:
- COVID-19 digital certificate displayed through the Service Victoria app
- COVID-19 digital certificate displayed through your smartphone
- COVID-19 digital certificate printed off together with photo ID
- Immunisation history statement printed off together with photo ID
- Valid medical exemption together with photo ID
We hope you enjoy the final days of basketball for 2021 and we look forward to seeing you all back on the court when competitions return in 2022.
Kind Regards,
Tammy Bower
Casey Basketball Association
updated as at 19/11/2021
Dear Member,
In light of the latest easing of restrictions from the Victorian Government, we are pleased to announce the following information.
Density Quotients and Patrons Caps have been completely removed, this means that spectators can now return to venues and numbers are not limited. Additionally, masks are no longer required to be worn at all times. However, in some situations (such as entry and exit), where socially distancing cannot be maintained, we encourage mask wearing.
All patrons must continue to check-in via the QR codes provided and follow any instruction provided by staff.
Vaccination Update – Aged 12 years and 2months plus
It is now required that every person entering the facility who is aged 12 Years and 2 Months plus is required to be fully vaccinated or have a valid medical exemption.
This means you must show proof of vaccination or a valid medial exemption to staff when entering the facility.
The following are accepted:
- COVID-19 digital certificate displayed through the Service Victoria app
- COVID-19 digital certificate displayed through your smartphone
- COVID-19 digital certificate printed off together with photo ID
- Immunisation history statement printed off together with photo ID
- Valid medical exemption together with photo ID
As always, Casey Basketball is following all requirements set out by the Victorian Government.
Domestic Basketball
If this change in vaccination requirements affects you or your team’s ability to participate in competitions, please email comps@caseybasketball.com.au
Junior Cavaliers
If this change in vaccination requirements affects your ability to participate in the Junior Cavalier program, please email cavaliers@caseybasketball.com.au
We understand these changes have come at short notice, Casey Basketball is following all requirements set out by the Victorian Government and Sport & Recreation Victoria.
Kind Regards,
Tammy Bower
Casey Basketball Association
updated as at 05/11/2021
Dear Member,
Overnight, the Victorian Government and Sport & Recreation Victoria have changed their stance on vaccination requirements to attend indoor facilities where multiple activities are taking place.
As per these changes, it is now required that every person entering the facility who is aged 16+ is required to be fully vaccinated or have a valid medical exemption.
This means you must show proof of vaccination or a valid medial exemption to staff when entering the facility.
The following are accepted:
- COVID-19 digital certificate displayed through the Service Victoria app
- COVID-19 digital certificate displayed through your smartphone
- COVID-19 digital certificate printed off together with photo ID
- Immunisation history statement printed off together with photo ID
- Valid medical exemption together with photo ID
If this change in requirements affects the ability for you or your team to participate in any upcoming games or programs, please email comps@caseybasketball.com.au
Please note that under current Victorian Government restrictions, only the following may enter the facility:
- 1x Coach
- 1x Team Manager
- 1x Scorer
- 1x Parent/Guardian per player under the age of 18
- Dependants of parents/guardians. Dependants must be under the age of 16
All patrons must continue to abide by the following rules:
- Masks must be worn by all patrons (aged 12+), unless medically exempt. Players, Coaches and Referees are not required to wear a mask when participating in an exertive role.
- QR Code check-in prior to entering the facility.
- Patrons must vacate the facility in a timely manner once they have completed their game/program
We appreciate your understanding and patience on these changes, Casey Basketball is following all the requirements set by the Victorian Government and Sport & Recreation Victoria.
We hope you continue to stay active and healthy!
Kind Regards,
Tammy Bower
Casey Basketball Association
updated as at 01/11/2021
Dear Member,
This week, Basketball Victoria, City of Casey and YMCA Casey Stadium have confirmed that basketball competitions and programs can return with the minimum number of persons required, with the following set of rules and requirements.
The following people can enter the facility:
- 1x Coach
- 1x Team Manager
- 1x Scorer
- 1x Parent/Guardian per player under the age of 18
- Dependants of parents/guardians. Dependants must be under the age of 16
All patrons must continue to abide by the following rules:
- Masks must be worn by all patrons (aged 12+), unless medically exempt. Players, Coaches and Referees are not required to wear a mask when participating in an exertive role.
- QR Code check-in prior to entering the facility.
- Patrons must vacate the facility in a timely manner once they have completed their game/program
Vaccination Requirements
As per their latest update, Basketball Victoria has confirmed with Sport & Recreation Victoria and the Department of Health that it is intended that community sport, both indoors and outdoors, is excluded from vaccination requirements if participants are attending the facility solely for that purpose. This exclusion applies to attendees who are necessary to facilitate the community sporting activity, such as participants and volunteers.
This means that patrons will not be required to show proof of vaccination when entering the facility solely for the purpose of organised basketball, but are still required to complete the QR Code check-in process.
However, if you are aged 16+ and are unvaccinated, you are only permitted to attend the area of the venue where your game/program is being held. You are not able to attend other areas of the facility, including the café. You are still permitted to use the restrooms.
If you haven’t already, you can still register a team here: https://www.caseybasketball.com.au/domestic/team-registrations/
Below are the return dates for each competition:
- Thursday Seniors: 4/11/21
- Saturday: 6/11/21
- Sunday: 7/11/21
- Monday Seniors: 8/11/21
- Tuesday Juniors: 9/11/21
- Tuesday Seniors: 9/11/21
- Thursday Juniors: 11/11/21
We look forward to seeing you back on the courts in the next couple weeks and as always, stay healthy!
Kind Regards,
Tammy Bower
Casey Basketball Association
updated as at 22/10/2021
Dear Member,
This week, YMCA Casey Stadium, has notified the Association that patrons who are aged 16+ will require proof of coronavirus vaccination or a valid medical exemption to enter the facility. The latest update from Basketball Victoria also suggests that vaccination will be a requirement for those aged 16+ for our return to indoor basketball.
In order to ensure a seamless return to basketball, we recommend that all members organise to be fully vaccinated or obtain a valid medical exemption certificate as soon as possible.
If there is any additional information, update or change to the requirements, we will be sure to let you know via email.
If you haven’t already, you can still register a team here: https://www.caseybasketball.com.au/domestic/team-registrations/
Below are the proposed dates of return based on Victoria meeting the governments required 80% double-dose vaccination target.
- Thursday Seniors: 4/11/21
- Saturday: 6/11/21
- Sunday: 7/11/21
- Monday Seniors: 8/11/21
- Tuesday Juniors: 9/11/21
- Tuesday Seniors: 9/11/21
- Thursday Juniors: 11/11/21
We look forward to seeing you back on the courts in the next couple weeks and as always, stay healthy!
Kind Regards,
Tammy Bower
Casey Basketball Association
updated as at 1/9/2021
Dear Member,
Today, the Victorian Government announced that the current COVID restrictions and lockdown have been extended.
This has resulted in the following:
2021 Winter Domestic Season
The 2021 Winter Domestic Season has officially been cancelled.
The 2021/22 Summer Domestic Season will commence as soon as basketball is able to return to the court.
Click here to register a team for the upcoming summer season.
2020/21 VJBL Season
Basketball Victoria has officially cancelled the 2020/21 VJBL season.
Additional information on this will be sent directly to Junior Cavaliers in the coming days.
2021 Big V Season
Basketball Victoria has officially cancelled the 2021 Big V Season.
The Senior Cavaliers will now turn their attention to the 2022 season, once basketball resumes.
The Association appreciates that this is not the news anyone wanted to hear but the Casey Basketball community has proven its resilience time and time again.
We encourage all members to visit our website www.caseybasketball.com.au and check out the Player Portal for free online workouts to help keep fit while working on your basketball skills. Stay healthy over this period and we look forward to having you back on court as soon as it is deemed safe to do so.
This situation can take a toll on your mental health and the mental health of those around you. We encourage you to reach out to your teammates and loved ones to check in and see how they are doing. We are all in this together!
Here are some important contacts for mental health support:
Lifeline: 13 11 14
Beyond Blue: 1300 22 4636
Kids Helpline: 1800 55 1800
Headspace: https://headspace.org.au/
Kind Regards,
Tammy Bower
Casey Basketball Association
updated as at 11/8/2021
Dear Member,
As you may already be aware, today, the Victorian Government announced that the current lockdown will continue for at least another 7 days.
As a result, this means that all competitions, programs and trainings remain cancelled until further notice.
Please note: Office staff will continue working from home on reduced hours until lockdown is complete. If you need to contact the office, please do so via email.
If you are unsure who to email, please contact info@caseybasketball.com.au
We hope you all stay healthy in this time and we look forward to having you back on court as soon as it is deemed safe to do so.
Kind Regards,
Tammy Bower
Casey Basketball Association
updated as at 5/8/2021
Dear Member,
As you may already be aware, today, the Victorian Government announced a snap lockdown due to the current outbreak.
As a result, this means that from 8:00pm tonight, all competitions, programs and trainings will be cancelled until further notice.
Thursday, August 5
- All Junior Competitions, Programs and Training will run as per their schedule until 8pm tonight.
- All Senior Competitions are cancelled effective immediately.
Please note: Office staff will be working from home from the 6th August, until lockdown is complete. If you need to contact the office, please do so via email.
If you are unsure who to email, please contact info@caseybasketball.com.au
We hope you all stay healthy in this time and we look forward to having you back on court as soon as it is deemed safe to do so.
Kind Regards,
Tammy Bower
Casey Basketball Association
updated as at 27/7/2021
Dear Member,
We are excited to once again announce, basketball is back!
The Victorian Government will be taking its first steps in easing restrictions within Victoria from 11:59pm Tuesday 27/7/2021.
All competitions, programs and Junior Cavalier training & games will be resuming, however, there will be many changes to the fixturing to ensure these strict density limits are met.
Please double check your fixture online at www.caseybasketball.com.au prior to attending your game.
Please note that if you participate in a development program such as rep ready or the domestic academy, you will receive a dedicated email with updated information on your program in the next 48 hours.
The following rules will now apply until further notice:
- All junior competitions and all programs will now run under the following rules:
- All patrons must check-in using the QR code.
- All patrons must wear a mask whenever they are not actively participating in the game and do not have a medical exemption.
- All patrons must follow any instruction provided by CBA staff.
- 1 parent/guardian (plus dependants) are permitted per participant. This is to ensure that the density quotients will be met.
- Each team is permitted 1x coach, 1x team manager, 1x scorer at each game.
- All senior competitions will now run under the following rules:
- All patrons must check-in using the QR code.
- All patrons must wear a mask whenever they are not actively participating in the game and do not have a medical exemption.
- All patrons must follow any instruction provided by CBA staff.
- NO spectators are permitted to attend.
- Each team is permitted 1x coach, 1x team manager, 1x scorer at each game.
Junior Cavaliers: Please check your teamapp for additional rules and information around training & games.
We hope you all continue to stay safe and healthy, and we look forward to seeing you back on the court later this week!
Kind Regards,
Tammy Bower
Casey Basketball Association
updated as at 15/7/2021
Dear Member,
As you may already be aware, today, the Victorian Government announced a snap lockdown due to the current outbreak.
As a result, this means that from 11:59pm tonight, all competitions, programs and trainings will be cancelled until further notice.
However, all competitions, programs and training scheduled for today (Thursday, 15th July), will run as per their fixture.
Please note: Office staff will be working from home from the 16th July, until lockdown is complete. If you need to contact the office, please do so via email.
If you are unsure who to email, please contact info@caseybasketball.com.au
We hope you all stay healthy in this time and we look forward to having you back on court as soon as it is deemed safe to do so.
Kind Regards,
Tammy Bower
Casey Basketball Association
updated as at 8/7/2021
Dear Member,
This week, the Victorian Government took some small additional steps forward in regards to the easing of restrictions. This included bringing the entire state under the same level of restrictions.
Unfortunately, there was no change to the current rules for indoor community sport and therefore the following restrictions still apply:
- All patrons must check-in using the QR code.
- All patrons must wear a mask whenever they are not actively participating in the game and do not have a medical exemption.
- All patrons must follow any instruction provided by CBA staff.
- 1 spectator (plus dependants) are permitted per participant. This is to ensure that the density quotients will be met.
The Victorian Government has stated that it is likely that the current restrictions will remain in place for 14 days. If there are any changes, we will communicate these as quickly as possible.
We appreciate your continued understanding and support and look forward to seeing everyone on the courts!
Kind Regards,
Tammy Bower
Casey Basketball Association
updated as at 23/6/2021
Dear Member,
First and foremost, basketball is back!
The Victorian Government has taken another step in easing restrictions in Metropolitan Melbourne, this allows for 300 people per indoor space.
This means the following will now take place:
- All junior and senior basketball competitions and programs will commence as per fixturing from Friday, 25th June.
- All patrons must check-in using the QR code.
- All patrons must wear a mask whenever they are not actively participating in the game and do not have a medical exemption.
- All patrons must follow any instruction provided by CBA staff.
- 1 spectator (plus dependants) are permitted per participant. This is to ensure that the density quotients will be met.
We hope you all continue to stay safe and healthy, and we look forward to seeing you back on the court once it is deemed safe to do so.
Kind Regards,
Tammy Bower
Casey Basketball Association
updated as at 16/6/2021
Dear Member,
The Victorian Government has taken another step in easing restrictions in Metropolitan Melbourne, unfortunately the Association is restricted to 50 people per venue at any one time, therefore limiting the number of competitions and programs that can recommence.
This means the following will now take place:
- All junior basketball competitions cannot recommence in any capacity. This includes the CBA domestic competition and the VJBL competition.
- Monday senior competitions played at Kambrya are able to recommence starting from Monday 21st June.
- All patrons must check-in using the QR code.
- All patrons must wear a mask whenever they are not actively participating in the game and do not have a medical exemption.
- All patrons must follow any instruction provided by CBA staff.
- NO spectators are permitted. Only players, coaches, scorers, referees and staff are permitted.
- No other senior competitions are able to resume due to the venue restriction of 50 people.
- This means that there will be no games on Tuesday or Thursday next week.
- Junior Cavalier training will recommence on-court starting Sunday 20th June– The schedule for this will be released on TeamApp as soon as it is finalised.
- All patrons must check-in using the QR code.
- All patrons must wear a mask whenever they are not actively participating in the game and do not have a medical exemption.
- All patrons must follow any instruction provided by CBA staff.
- NO spectators are permitted. Only players, coaches and staff are permitted.
This is a very complicated time for basketball and we appreciate your understanding and support during this time.
With any luck, we will be back on court in a much greater capacity toward the end of next week.
We hope you all continue to stay safe and healthy, and we look forward to seeing you back on the court once it is deemed safe to do so.
Kind Regards,
Tammy Bower
Casey Basketball Association
updated as at 9/6/2021
Dear Member,
Today, the Victorian Government have taken the first step in easing restrictions in Metropolitan Melbourne.
Unfortunately this first step does not include the recommencement of any basketball activities (other than online) at this stage. We anticipate the next step will see us recommence in some capacity.
- All Casey Basketball competition games will be abandoned and not replayed from the 27/05/21 – 18/06/21.
- These games will all be listed as draws.
- VJBL matches for 11/6 have been cancelled and will not be replayed.
- These games will all be listed as draws.
- Big V games continue to be postponed.
We are hopeful that we will be able to resume soon and will keep everyone updated with the latest information as it becomes available.
We hope you all continue to have a safe and healthy lockdown and we look forward to seeing you back on the court once it is deemed safe to do so.
Kind Regards,
Tammy Bower
Casey Basketball Association
Dear Member,
Another brief update to keep all members in the loop.
As per the Victorian Government restrictions, all basketball competitions and programs remain cancelled until the lockdown has been lifted and it is deemed safe to return to the court.
We understand that many people are looking for ways to keep active during this time. Please click here to check out the online player portal. This portal has heaps of user friendly basketball resources to help you work on your game at home.
We hope you all continue to have a safe and healthy lockdown and we look forward to seeing you back on the court once it is deemed safe to do so.
Kind Regards,
Tammy Bower
Casey Basketball Association
Big V games for this weekend have been postponed. The league will provide information on games being rescheduled at a later time.
More information about this will be shared with members once the Victorian Government makes an announcement regarding restrictions moving forward.
updated as at 25/5/2021
Dear Member,
In light of recent announcements from the Victorian Government regarding increased restrictions, Casey Stadium has confirmed that the following is now required when attending indoor facilities from 6pm tonight:
- Basketball games and programs will continue as scheduled.
- The following mask rules apply:
- All patrons aged 12+ must wear a mask at all times within the venue unless medically exempt.
- Players and referees are not required to wear a mask when participating in the game.
- Participating players must wear a mask if they leave the court (e.g. to use the bathroom).
- Coaches and spectators must wear a mask at all times.
- All patrons must check-in at the venue via the QR code provided.
- It is highly recommended that patrons use the hand sanitiser provided at venue.
We thank you for your understanding during this time and we hope this is only for a short time.
We will provided additional updates as they become available.
Kind Regards,
Tammy Bower
Casey Basketball Association
updated as at 26/2/2021
Dear Member,
We are pleased to inform you that the following changes will take place from 11:59pm on Friday, 26th February.
As per current Government restrictions, masks are no longer required to be worn within facilities. However, you are still required to carry one at all times and it is recommended that it is worn wherever social distancing cannot be maintained.
At Casey Stadium, YMCA are strongly recommending patrons continue to wear a face mask due to high traffic volumes and challenges with being able to maintain social distancing.
Contact tracing is still in place and it is required that all patrons entering facilities complete the QR code check-in prior to entering and show your completed check-in to staff upon entering.
As always, we ask that you follow any instructions given by staff or supervisors during this time.
Thank you for your complete cooperation and please remember to stay safe!
Kind Regards,
Tammy Bower
Casey Basketball Association
Dear Member,
We are pleased to inform you that all competitions, programs and training will resume on Thursday, 18th February 2021.
As per current Government restrictions, masks MUST be worn as follows:
- By all patrons aged 12+ within the facility unless medically exempt.
- Only players and referees during their game may not wear their mask, all other patrons (including coaches) must continue to wear their mask.
Please also note that the City of Casey recommend and encourage the following:
- 1 spectator per player for Junior games and programs. (Max 50 per court)
- Spectators are discouraged for senior competitions.
- Players are not to arrive prior to 10 minutes before games.
- Patrons must leave immediately after their game is completed, so cleaning can be done prior to the next game.
As always, we ask that you follow any instructions given by staff or supervisors during this time.
Thank you for your complete cooperation and please remember to stay safe!
We look forward to seeing you back on the courts tomorrow!
Kind Regards,
Tammy Bower
Casey Basketball Association
Dear Member,
Due to the recent Victorian Government announcement, all basketball competitions, programs and training have been suspended until at least 11:59pm Wednesday 17th February.
This includes:
- Domestic Competitions
- Aussie Hoops
- Domestic Academy
- Domestic Training
- Junior Cavalier Training
Casey stadium will be closed from tonight until at least Thursday 18th February.
Basketball Victoria have made the decision to postpone VJBL games for tonight.
We will contact all of our Junior Cavalier teams via Teamapp.
Once any additional information becomes available, we will communicate it as soon as possible. Please stay safe and we look forward to hopefully having you back on the court by the end of next week!
Should you wish to contact us, please email info@caseybasketball.com.au
Kind Regards,
Tammy Bower
Casey Basketball Association
