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January 01, 1970
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Covid-19 update: Information for clubs - 11/5
Please note the important information below based on queries we have received in the past week:
Information for Clubs
Adult and Underage Training From Monday, May 10th, both adult and underage training are permitted on a full contact basis in pods of 15 for all Gaelic Games teams in the 26 Counties. Games (including challenge games) will not be permitted until June 7th.
In the 6 Counties, full contact training for panels is permitted without any reference to pods; games are also currently permitted.
Please ensure all players are registered to be covered in the LGFA Injury Fund.
Indoor use of facilities We wish to remind all clubs that use of indoor facilities for LGFA activity is not permitted.
Gym facilities must remain closed (exception: A player on an inter county panel may use their relevant Club Gym for individual training as long as they are following the advice in the Inter County Return to Training and Play document)
The only instances where indoor facilities for non-GAA/LGFA activities can be used are where:
- agreement was in place prior to March 2020.
- relevant insurance is in place and
- The activity is one permitted at a given point in time under the Government’s “Resilience and Recovery – the Path Ahead” or in line with Executive protocols in the North.
Use by State bodies (e.g. HSE/Dept of Health/Dept of Education) is also permitted.
In the 6 Counties, Social Clubs/Bars serving both alcohol and food are permitted to open (serving outdoors only) in line with Executive protocols and subject to compliance with the relevant licensing laws.
Club Advice on returning to Play
As of May 5th 2021
Underage:
· From 26th April, underage club players can return to training on a non- contact basis, in pods of 15 including management. Only players and essential personnel should be in attendance.
· Dressing Rooms remain closed. Toilets can be used in line with strict Covid Guidelines, i.e. Good ventilation, controlled access and sanitising after use.
· Every underage player must be current in their club registration prior to return to training.
· The parent/guardian of an underage player must have completed the e-learning module in the last 12 months.
· The parent/guardian of an underage player must update their child/children’s health declaration prior to each and every training and game. This should be done on Foireann.
Adult:
· From 10th May, Outdoor Adult training is permitted in pods of 15 including coaches.
· Dressing Rooms remain closed. Toilets can be used in line with strict Covid Guidelines, i.e. Good ventilation, controlled access and sanitising after use. (Club gyms are only available to intercounty adult players on an individual basis).
· Only players and essential personnel should be in attendance.
· Every player must be registered.
· Prior to each and every training and game, every adult player, must update their health declaration on Foireann.
· No games allowed.
Other Important Information:
· From 7th June Club games will be permitted at all levels but must be played behind closed doors.
· Dressing Rooms remain closed. Toilets can be used in line with strict Covid Guidelines, i.e. Good ventilation, controlled access and sanitising after use.
· Do not swap bibs or jerseys. No hand shaking, hugging, high fives or gathering in groups. No sharing of water bottles. Team Meetings only outdoors
· Only travel with family members in Cars.
Covid Supervisor:
Each team must have a Covid supervisor in place who must have completed the online learning module in the past 12 months and ensure the following:
· Everyone attending has completed the health declaration prior to accessing the pitch.
· Have hand sanitiser available at pitch entrance and toilets.
· Ensure all equipment is sanitised prior to and after each training session.
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ST BRENDANS LADIES FOOTBALL/BALLYGAR TIDY TOWNS 50/50 DRAW
WINNER EVERY WEEKEND
PLEASE SUPPORT YOUR CLUB
NUIG Galway Programme
The NUI Galway Programme for Mature Students which is run by the Access Centre is now open for applications until 7th May 2021.
This is a 1 year course that aims aim to support students build confidence in themselves, in their academic ability and to support them all to reach their full potential in preparing for an undergraduate course of full-time study of at least three years duration at NUI Galway
The Access Mature Programme, those 23 years of age and over, is designed specifically as an alternative admission route to University for people from socio-economic backgrounds that are underrepresented at third level, who for a variety reasons, did not reach their educational potential, and therefore do not have the necessary conventional educational requirement to progress to third level.
For further information and the online application form visit www.nuigalway.ie/access/mature-students Please email access@nuigalway.ie with any queries.
Please share this information with anyone you think might be interested,
kilkerin/Cloberne Lotto Results
Kilkerrin/Clonberne Ladies Football Club
Lotto Results 11th April
Tonights Draw Sponsor was Mee’s XL Shop, Kilkerrin.
Numbers drawn: 10, 19, 21, 24
No Jackpot Winner
Match 3 winner/s: Noreen Clarke
Next Draw: HM STORES, CLONBERNE On Sunday 25th April 2021
Thank you for your continued support and the best of luck in the future draws.
Club Webinars
For All Executive:
Topic: Essential Guide to GDPR
Date: Tuesday 13th April
Time: 7.30 pm
Aimed at: Club Executive Officers, County Board Executive Officers and Provincial Council Executive Officers.
Description: This webinar is the next step up from the LGFA 10 Step Essential Guide to data protection. The comprehensive webinar will assist you with understanding GDPR terminology and the principles which underpin the new legislation. Taking this understanding the course will then look at how as clubs, county boards, etc. we can ensure we are compliant with legislation using a practical approach suitable to a volunteer sport.https://forms.office.com/Pages/ResponsePage.aspx?id=hrxFrNSvpUKfwz6H4bd_zklIAW72wvlJkI6xPqSWyQtUMVBGMUpKU1NGMVNCT0pMUTQ5Ujk3RFRYNi4u
Topic: Essential Guide to Streaming Games
Date: Wednesday 28th April
Time: 7.30pm
Aimed at: Club or County Executive Officers
Description: This webinar will focus on the questions you need to ask yourself if streaming games with your club or county. It will provide best practice guidelines and support on what to look out for when liaising with streaming providers.
For PRO:
Topic: Your Social Media Toolkit
Date: Thursday 15th April
Time: 7.30pm
Aimed at: Club or County PRO’s and their workgroups
Description: This webinar will focus on social media platforms and provide tips on showcasing your club or county on Facebook, Twitter and Instagram. You will receive practical advice and guidance from experts in the field.
Updated Covid 19 Guidelines issued by LGFA Jan. 5th 2020
Updated Covid 19 Guidelines issued by LGFA Jan. 5th 2020
Given the current exceptional rise in infection rates of Covid 19 and the increased risk of community transmission, the LGFA has taken the decision that there will be no collective training permitted for Inter-County teams for at least the remainder of the month of January on advice from the Gaelic Games Covid Advisory Committee.
The start of the Lidl National League has also been put back a week to 27th/28th February and details of all fixtures will be forwarded.
In addition, Club and County gyms must stay closed until further notice.
As previously advised, and under the current Government Regulations in both jurisdictions, neither training nor games are permitted at club level currently.
Breaches of any of the above provisions will be dealt with seriously under CODA rules.
As you are aware, the current Level 5 restrictions in the South will run until January 31st at which point the Gaelic Games Covid Advisory Committee will review the current situation and further advice in this context will be provided.
Finally, it is important to note that outdoor gatherings on GAA/LGFA property are not permitted – the only current exception to this is for walkways (which may stay open for use by the community with social distancing in place) and for clubs registered under the “Ireland Lights Up” walking initiative.
Sincere condolences to the Harrison family
Galway LGFA would like to offer their sincere condolences to the Harrison family on the tragic and untimely loss of their dear son James and to Salthill Knocknacarra GAA club on the great loss of young promising footballer. Our thoughts and prayers are with you in this sad time.
Ar dheis Dé go raibh a anam dílis.
Covid Guidelines post December 27th
Covid Guidelines post December 27th
Advice to Clubs and Counties – for activities post Dec 27th in the 26 Counties
CLUB SPECIFIC GUIDELINES
1. Club Games
Under the new Level 5 Restrictions announced by Government and which take effect from December 27th, Club games are not permitted.
2. Club Training
In level 5, underage and adult training can take place, but must be on a non-contact basis in pods of up to 15.
All clubs and players are reminded that Health Questionnaires and all other relevant control measures must continue to be followed.
3. Use of Indoor Team Facilities
Dressing rooms, showers and all other indoor training facilities should remain closed for club activities.
Club Gyms in the 26 Counties may be opened for use by individuals only, with protective measures in place. Players/Teams must not train in groups.
4. Committee Meetings
No indoor meetings can be held.
5. Officer Training
All officer Training must be delivered online. Outdoor coaching education courses cannot be held
6. Club Bars
Club Bars serving food must close from 3pm on Christmas Eve and until further notice. Delivery and take away food services only are permitted.
7. Indoor Events on GAA Property
Commercial use of indoor halls continues to be permitted where agreement was in place prior to March and relevant insurance are in place. Use by State bodies e.g. HSE/Schools is also permitted.
These are the only instances in which indoor activity is permitted on GAA Club property.
8. Outdoor Events on GAA Property
All planned outdoor gatherings post Dec 27th must be cancelled. This includes Drive in events.
ADVICE FOR 2ND LEVEL SCHOOLS AND 3RD LEVEL INSTITUTIONS
9. Games and Training
Neither competitive nor challenge games are permitted in 2nd Level schools.
Training is permitted on a non-contact basis in pods of no more than 15 people in the 26 Counties or for the purposes of P.E in schools
Games are not permitted to take place at 3rd level under the latest Government restrictions – in addition, the new guidelines recommend that all Higher and Adult Education should remain primarily online with exemptions for essential onsite activities only. As such, no training sessions are permitted in 3rd level institutions in either jurisdiction until further notice.
Additional advice to Clubs and Counties in the 6 Counties
From 26th December to 2nd January inclusive no sporting events are permitted.
Collective Club training is not permitted - outdoor exercise permitted only as individuals or with members of your own household.
From 2nd January outdoor gatherings for the purposes of exercise or sport are only permitted for inter county teams
Collective training is permitted for inter county teams only (including Inter County Minor) and may take place either indoors or outdoors. Spectators are not permitted.
Collective Club training is not permitted.
The Executive in the North have indicated that these arrangements will be reviewed after four weeks from 26th December 2020.
INTER COUNTY SPECIFIC GUIDELINES
10. 2021 Competitions – Return to Training dates
Counties are reminded that the following Return to Collective Training Dates for 2021 Competitions must be observed:
ADULT COUNTY
No return to collective Adult inter county training before January 15th
o Adult inter county challenge games allowed from Start of February – due to covid and its associated risks, no training or games that will involve an overnight stay are permitted during pre-season.
UNDERAGE COUNTY
o No return to collective inter county juvenile training (U14, 16 or 18) before Friday 5th February; challenge games in these grades will be permitted from Friday, February 26th.
Counties and teams that are found to be in breach of the dates outlined above may be dealt with through CODA. Penalties available under this rule include suspensions for both individuals and Teams
