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Squash bubbles

Great news! From Wednesday 2 September we are able to move to Phase 2 in our return to play plan, allowing players to form ‘squash bubbles’ and play full-court squash, although modifications and additional hygiene measures will be required – please see below.

It is important to note that the current distancing and hygiene rules within the club still apply:

  • Only TWO players on court at one time.
  • Doubles cannot be played. We know this is frustrating, but as soon as we receive an update from ES we will let you know.
  • Only four people playing squash at any time. The balcony is still out of bounds.
  • Pre and post-match hygiene, showering and one-way system rules must still be adhered to.

Although we are not ‘back to normal’ yet, this is a positive step forward – it is better than not being able to play at all. Let’s keep each other safe and well so we can continue to play.

What is a squash bubble?

A bubble consists of a maximum of six players. Players can only be part of one bubble at a time.

You must register ALL players within your bubble. Registration forms that require signing by each player are available from Sunday evening in the entrance to the club. Please fill these in and post them in the box on top of the post box inside the front door.

Players within the bubble can play full court matches but with the following modifications and hygiene measures;

  • Only two players on court at one time.
  • Play best of three games.
  • Play first to 11 points, sudden-death at 10-all.
  • Use ‘Sides’ as a way to maintain social distancing throughout the warm-up.
  • During each game, when the first player reaches five points, both players should wipe away excessive sweat, sanitise their hands and the ball. Repeat between games.
  • The same player to serve / touch the ball during each half of a game, and at the halfway point, switch servers.
  • Players must wear protective eyewear or visor.
  • Players must not touch the court walls.
  • Players are not allowed to shout or raise their voice.
  • If a player wishes to switch bubbles, they must take a 7-day break from playing the full version of the game before joining a different bubble. ‘Sides’ or socially distanced practices can be played during this 7-day break.

Here are some links to website selling face protection:

https://www.amazon.co.uk/Wilson-Jet-Eye-Protective-Glasses/dp/B00118W616/ref=sr_1_5?crid=77XMSOGOY3CF&dchild=1&keywords=squash+goggles+mens&qid=1598710926&sprefix=squash+gogg%2Caps%2C138&sr=8-5

https://www.sportsdirect.com/SearchResults?DescriptionFilter=squash%20glasses

https://www.squashpoint.co.uk/accessories/squash-protective-eyewear/

https://www.i-mask.co.uk/

What if a player in a bubble develops COVID-19 symptoms?

  • Follow the England Squash guidance and your club’s protocol for members/players with COVID-19 symptoms.
  • Players from the bubble that have been in contact with the symptomatic player within the seven days prior must self-isolate and undertake tests as per Government guidelines, even if they exhibit no symptoms themselves, until it has been determined whether or not the symptomatic player has tested positive or negative.
  • Players within the bubble can resume play if the COVID-19 test proves negative.
  • Social distancing must be maintained off-court even within a squash bubble.

An update from ES on coaching will follow soon.

If you have any questions regarding any of this, please contact Dan or Garrie.

Regards

The Committee.

30/08/2020

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