UPDATED: January 12, 2022
For the 2021-22 season, WYHA will continue to follow any guidance issued by Minnesota Hockey. Currently, there are no restrictions in place related to participating in hockey activities or being a spectator at hockey events. In the event of a COVID-positive case or close contact on your team, it will be up to each individual family and team to determine the best course of action.
Recently, the CDC updated their guidance surrounding quarantines for testing positive for COVID and/or being in close contact with a COVID-positive individual and generally shortened the quarantine period. The new guidelines can be found here.
Generally, the new CDC guidelines state:
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IF YOU TEST POSITIVE FOR COVID-19
IF YOU ARE EXPOSED TO COVID-19
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For some general advice, here are some examples:
A player or coach tests positive for COVID-19
The player should be removed from play and follow appropriate quarantine guidelines - this now means, per the CDC, the player may return to play on Day 6 after testing positive (or the onset of symptoms) only if they have been fever-free for 24 hours and their symptoms are improving.
Team manager and/or coach should notify the team of the positive test.
Each individual family/player will have to determine if they think they might have been a close contact of the player, and follow the close contact quarantine guidelines accordingly.
All team members should monitor closely for COVID symptoms and consider other precautions (such as masking in the locker rooms or reduced arrival/departure times at team activities).
Note that vaccination status is often crucial in determining whether to quarantine or not.
A player or coach is told by the MDH, school, or other official source that they were a close contact to a COVID-positive case.
This depends on vaccination status. See guidelines above.
The Wayzata Youth Hockey Association (WYHA) is dedicated to maintaining the health and safety of all of our players, coaches, parents, and fans. It is your responsibility as a WYHA member and/or player to be respectful of your fellow players, coaches, and volunteers. Keep in mind that other players and/or family members may have higher risk related to COVID-19 and we must all do our part to ensure a safe, healthy, and fun 2021-22 youth hockey season.
Personal hygiene. Coaches, players, parents, and spectators should practice safe hygiene habits, including washing and/or sanitizing hands, covering coughs and sneezes, utilizing face coverings, and cleaning and sanitizing personal items and equipment frequently.
WYHA Health Coordinator
Phone: 612-296-5844