Juniors to commence playing from July 1
With Thirroul JFC teams having now returned to training, the club has provided an update on plans to resume playing matches.
The NSW Government announced on Tuesday that junior sport can commence competitions from July 1, as proposed in Football NSW’s Return to Play Framework.
Training continues to be restricted to groups of 10.
It is anticipated that the first round of matches can be played on the weekend of July 3-5.
Football South Coast has proposed that Junior, Womens and Community League teams would play a 14-round season before finals.
This is likely to include some or all of the following measures:
An extension of competition dates to October, pending discussion with cricket and relevant Local Government Authorities.
Junior teams to play during July School holidays with the potential for mid-week or double headers.
Community League playing the last few rounds on a Sunday to allow games on grounds shared by cricket.
Bonnie Lassie Cup to be resumed for women’s teams, pending any requirements in relation to social gathering rules.
NSW Minister for Sport Geoff Lee said the government was continuing to work with sporting bodies, including FNSW, to determine a re-start date for senior competitions, with further announcements expected soon.
To prepare for the return to play, FSC has been:
Liaising with FNSW on the Return to Play Framework
Drafting competition structures and draws
Developing guidelines for canteens, dressing rooms and toilets
As soon as further details are confirmed, Thirroul JFC will update all players and parents.
Thirroul JFC would like to acknowledge the efforts of all involved to ensure training has been able to resume by following the guidelines and using a common sense approach around training in groups of 10 as per the NSW Public Health Order, observing social distancing and adhering to hygiene practices.