5/28/20

DEADLINE TO SIGN UP, OR TO WITHDRAW YOUR REGISTERED CHILD IS JUNE 3  

On Friday 5/22/20, Governor Sununu provided guidance outdoor sports could start activities immediately. We have been working with Little League International as well as state and government recommendations to develop a plan to allow for a safe resumption of activities.  

The current guidance is that we can only hold clinics/practices in groups of 10 or less (including coaches) and that we cannot play games yet. At this point we do not know the timeline of when, or if, we will be able to play games. The initial practice groups are not teams. The plan is that if/when we have approval for games, we will hold evaluations to  determine actual team placement.

Please understand that we will be making every effort to create a safe and enjoyable outlet for the kids to have fun, but there are many things beyond the control of the volunteers of the league. At this point, we want to offer the kids an opportunity to get off the couch and play ball in some fashion. Please see the latest guidance from the Governor, which will be operating under https://www.covidguidance.nh.gov/sites/g/files/ehbemt381/files/inline-documents/2020-05/guidance-amateur-youth-sports.pdf

Your support and understanding are essential to a successful season. With the modified season and rules we will need to have limited roster sizes which means we will have more teams and need more coaches and volunteers. Unfortunately, we will not be able to offer a TeeBall division this season due to the challenges with 4 and 5 year olds adhering to the requirements. Please volunteer to help when you sign up as we need lots of volunteers to make this possible. 

If we do not get enough volunteers by June 3, we may not be offer all divisions of play, or will have to cancel the entire season.

If you have a child (co-ed) ages 6-12 who would like to stay active this summer while participating in a team sport with their friends, please consider signing up for baseball--Even if your child has never played baseball before.  DEADLINE TO SIGN UP IS JUNE 3  https://www.hooksettbaseball.com/signup

If you already signed up earlier in 2020 you are still registered and do not need to do anything if you still intend on playing.

If you child is registered for the 2020 season and they will no longer be participating, please complete the quick withdrawal/refund form HERE BY JUNE 3  

NORTH MANCHESTER HOOKSETT LITTLE LEAGUE

2020 SEASON PARTICIPATION REQUIREMENTS

COVID-19

I ACKNOWLEDGE THAT EVEN WITH THE PRECAUTIONS AND SOCIAL DISTANCING SET FORTH THAT IT IS NOT POSSIBLE TO REMOVE ALL RISK. BY REGISTERING MY CHILD, I ASSUME FULL RESPONSIBILITY FOR THAT RISK AND HOLD NMHLL HARMLESS

NMHLL will be following Stay at Home 2.0 and following the CDC guidelines: https://www.covidguidance.nh.gov/sites/g/files/ehbemt381/files/inline-documents/2020-05/guidance-amateur-youth-sports.pdf

Parents must screen child prior to leaving for baseball activities for any symptoms of COVID-19 (see Universal Guidelines for list of potential symptoms).  If any of these apply, player and family cannot attend baseball activities.

1. Fever of 100.4 degrees F or higher.
2. Has had any close contact with someone who is suspected or confirmed to have had COVID-19 in the past 14 days. (NOTE: Healthcare workers caring for COVID-19 patients while wearing appropriate personal protective equipment should answer “no” to this question)
3. Traveled in the past 14 days either:

1. Internationally (outside the U.S.),
2. By cruise ship, or

1. Domestically (within the U.S.) outside of NH, VT, or ME on public transportation (e.g., bus, train, plane, etc.).
2. Person(s) with any COVID-19 symptoms, those who report that in the past 14 days they have had close contact with someone suspected or confirmed with COVID-19, or report travel risk factors should not be allowed into the sporting event, competition, game, and/or practice, and:
   1. Symptomatic persons should be instructed to contact their healthcare providers to be tested for COVID-19 and self-isolate at home following the instructions below.
   2. Asymptomatic persons reporting that in the past 14 days they have had close contact with someone suspected or confirmed with COVID-19, or who report one of the traveled-related risk factors should self-quarantine for 14 days from their last exposure or return from travel.
   3. NOTE: Healthcare workers caring for COVID-19 patients while wearing appropriate personal protective equipment should answer “no” to this question
3. Person(s) with a suspected or confirmed diagnosis of COVID-19 must stay home until symptom based criteria are met for discontinuation of isolation which are:
   1. At least 10 days have passed since symptoms first appeared, AND
   2. At least 3 days (72 hours) have passed since recovery (“Recovery” is defined as resolution of fever off any fever reducing medications plus improvement in other symptoms).

In addition to the above requirements:

1. All spectators must adhere to the CDC guidelines of social distancing 
2. Parents/guardians are going to be encouraged to limit the number of people brought to the field during practice time 
3. Bathrooms will be available with the following guidelines
   • Coach or Team parent will hold key (who ever does will be assigned person)
   • Will be unlocked before every use and re-locked by assigned person after every use
   • Will be sanitized by assigned person and person using it
4. NO concessions will be opened
5. NO food or gum chewing allowed
6. Each player will supply their own

• hand sanitizer
• helmet
• glove
• water bottle
• bat
• batting gloves(if using them)
• camp chair (recommended so that the kid can put their equipment next to it)
• Mask (for non baseball activities when unable to social distance)

You, with your child present, will be asked the following questions prior to being allowed to participate:
     a. Has your child had any symptoms of COVID-19 or a fever of 100.4 or higher?
     b. Has your child had any close contact with someone who is suspected or confirmed to have COVID-19 in the past 14 days?
     c. Has your child traveled in the past 14 days either:
         Internationally (outside the U.S.)?,
         By cruise ship?, or
         Domestically (within the U.S.) outside of NH, VT, or ME on public transportation? (e.g., bus, train, plane, etc.)
     d. Has your child had a fever or felt feverish in the last 72 hours?
     e. Has your child been experiencing any respiratory symptoms including a runny nose, sore throat, cough, or shortness of breath?
      f. Has your child experienced any new muscle aches, chills, or severe fatigue?
      g. Has your child experienced any new change in his sense of taste or smell?
 3. Confirm your child have their own mask, his own sanitizer, his own water, and his own baseball equipment. (Your child does NOT have to wear his mask during the practice, but he must have one in his bag)
 4. The last thing your child will do prior to entering the field is sanitize his hands.

 Once your form is on file, you are good for the remainder of the season.

VERY IMPORTANT - - - - The bathrooms in the clubhouse will NOT be available during this practice. Please plan accordingly.