Please familiarize yourself with BOR Rules linked below. 

Arrival & Departure Process –

• BYSA promotes the “arrive, play, and leave” protocol  
• All Spectators are required to wear masks while inside the BOR 

BYSA Hockey COVID-19 return to play guidelines 2021/22

We are all excited to see our kids back on the ice.  However, there will be multiple changes this year.  It is imperative that we all follow these guidelines and rules to keep rinks open, keep our kids on the ice and keep our community safe.  The health and safety of our volunteers, participants and families is our number one priority.  

BYSA hockey will be adhering to all state and local COVID-19 guidelines. 

Many of us are excited to return to play, but others may be apprehensive.  If a player, parent or family are not comfortable returning to play - DON’T.  These guidelines are not intended or implied to be a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment.  

Implementing the VSAHA Return to Play Guidelines will require the cooperation of all coaches, parents and players.  BYSA’s goal is to create a safe environment.  Parents must make the decision for their child to return to play.  As a parent, if you are not comfortable at any time with your child returning to play - DON’T.  Players and families will be responsible to adhere to, and respect the social distancing requirements and contact guidelines that we have established.   

BYSA promotes the “arrive, play, and leave” protocol.  No gathering in groups before or after practices or games.  

• Prior to arriving at the BOR 

  • Health check questions :  if you answer yes to either question, you must stay home

    • 1 - Have you been in close contact with a person who has COVID-19?

    • 2 - Do you feel unwell with any symptoms consistent with COVID-19?  For example, cough, fever, shortness of breath or difficulty breathing, fatigue, muscle or body aches, headache, new loss of taste or smell, sore throat, congestion or runny nose, nausea or vomiting, diarrhea

  • Home temperature check - if your temperature is >100, you must stay home

• Arriving at the BOR

  • Enter through the BOR main entrance.  

  • Follow masking guidelines: 

    • Spectators are currently required to wear masks while in the BOR

    • Players are NOT required to wear masks while on the ice

  • Players will be directed to their dedicated team area.

• During Practice/Games

  • Spectators will be expected to follow masking guidelines at all times 

  • Players and coaches will observe physical distancing recommendations when possible.

• Leaving the BOR

  • Players and coaches will have 15 minutes to remove skates, pack up and exit the facility. 

• Important points: 
  • If, at any time, you do not feel comfortable having your child participate - DON’T
  • BYSA continues to promote the “arrive, play and leave” protocol
  • No gathering in groups before or after practices or games
  • High traffic areas will be disinfected with approved solution after each practice session or game
  • Social distancing guidelines will be followed during games  
  • All BYSA players, coaches and families must adhere to guidelines of the host arena and host association

In the event we have a COVID-19 positive case, the Player Safety Coordinator will consult with the VT Department of Health and communicate to any players, coaches, officials and volunteers who had close contact with that person notifying them of a positive test.  Every effort will be taken to maintain the confidentiality of any person with a positive test.  

These guidelines are changing constantly. Below are some additional resources for reference.

If you have questions or concerns, please contact our Player Safety Coordinators, Clay Bell & Erica Labelle.