Charter Oak Youth Baseball & Softball Association (COYBSA) is an independently run, non-profit organization. Our recreational sports league has served the youth of Covina, Glendora, Azusa and San Dimas areas for over 60 years with a tradition of creating all-stars in Championship ASA Softball & PONY Baseball.
Subject: Notice of New COYBSA Mandatory Health & Safety Procedures
Dear COYBSA Families,
Due to concerns surrounding the novel Coronavirus (COVID-19) and in accordance with guidance from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, the World Health Organization, and other health authorities, COYBSA is implementing some new, mandatory health and safety procedures as part of a proactive approach to preventing the spread of germs.
While there are currently no reported cases among our coaches, players and families we are adopting these new measures effective immediately. We cannot stress enough how vital it is that all COYBSA participants adhere to these guidelines.
“No-Contact/No-Handshake” Policy
COYBSA is immediately instituting a precautionary “no-contact, no-handshake policy” to be observed at every level of the organization until further notice. This includes all physical contact and extends to customary game-related activities, such as pre-game coaches’ handshakes, umpire-coach introductions, and post-game handshakes between members of opposing teams. Instead, staff, players and coaches should use verbal queues, such as saying “good game,” without shaking hands, high-fiving or fist-bumping.
Prevention and Risk Reduction
All COYBSA volunteers, membership and participants in COYBSA-sanctioned events should be aware of the Coronavirus risk and take the necessary precautions to avoid exposure to germs. This includes maintaining good hygiene practices. We strongly recommend the following:
•Remain home if symptoms of fever, body aches, chills, respiratory issues are present
•Remain home until symptom free for 24 hours
•If symptoms present during practice or games, the player will be sent home
The best way to prevent illness is to avoid being exposed. The following precautions will limit your exposure and prevent the spread of COVID-19:
•Avoid close contact with people who are sick
•Avoid touching your eyes, nose and mouth
•Stay home and seek medical treatment when you are sick
•Cover your cough or sneeze with a tissue, and throw tissues away
•Wash your hands often with soap and water for at least 20 seconds
•Regularly use hand sanitizer that contains at least 60% alcohol
•Be up to date with vaccinations, including the flu vaccine
•Regularly disinfect frequently touched objects and surfaces
•Be cautious with close human contact and interactions
•Avoid shaking hands or giving high fives
•Use your own pen or pencil
•Do not travel to high-risk areas identified by CDC (Level2or3areas)
•CDC does not recommend that you wear a facemask unless you have symptoms of COVID-19
•Additional information is available at: www.cdc.gov/COVID19
What is Coronavirus?
•An evolving situation involving an outbreak of respiratory disease caused by a new Coronavirus
•The outbreak started in Wuhan, China, but cases have been identified in a number of countries, including the United States
•The disease caused by this virus has been named “Coronavirus Disease 2019” or “COVID-19”
How does COVID-19 spread?
•The virus is spread mainly from person-to-person
•Between people who are in close contact with one another (within 6 feet)
Through respiratory droplets produced when an infected person coughs or sneezes
•If you haven’t been in an area where COVID-19 is spreading or been in close contact with someone who has been infected, your chances of getting COVID-19 are currently low.
Symptoms of COVID-19
•Symptoms of COVID-19 infection typically begin 2-14 days after exposure
•Most patients have mild symptoms, including:
Fever
Cough
Headache
Fatigue
Muscle aches
•A small percentage of patients have more severe symptoms including:
Difficulty breathing
Pneumonia
•Older people and those with pre-existing health conditions are at increased risk for severe complications.
What to do if you feel sick?
If you are experiencing any early symptoms of COVID-19:
•Stay home except to seek medical care
•Contact your local physician
•The local physician will determine the need for additional measures (e.g., facemask, seclusion) and the best hospital or facility to be tested and evaluated
•Continue to practice good hygiene
•Remember that symptoms are more likely to be from other common viruses
Charter Oak Youth Baseball & Softball Association