Valued Rangers members, 

Unfortunately, Club President Nick Wallace will be stepping down as President with immediate effect due to personal reasons. Nick has been a Rangers stalwart for many years and intends to continue his association with the Club for many years to come. Nick stepped up to the role of President 2-years ago, and we should all be very thankful for his time, effort and leadership. 

Club Treasurer, Graham Young, will be acting President until the AGM on 8^th November, when a new President will be voted in per the Club’s Rules of Association. 

Damon Dungey and Trent Davidson have also informed the Committee that they will also be stepping back from their Committee positions at the AGM. 

The Club will be calling for nominations for all the Committee positions over the next few weeks. If you are considering nominating but have questions about what is involved and the level of time and commitment required, please reach out to any of the current Committee members and we would be happy to have a confidential discussion with you. 

We hope everybody is enjoying the 2020 season and embracing the opportunity we have had to play this year after it was looking so bleak only a few months ago. 

As always, if you have any questions, concerns or feedback please send an email to clubadmin@samfordrangers.org.au or contact one of the Committee members directly (contact details are on the club website). 

Regards, 

Samford Rangers FC 

Wednesday Evening BBQ

Purchase your sausage sizzle from 5:30 to 7:00pm at the canteen and collect at the BBQ.

Sausage on bread with your choice of sauces (onions optional) $2

Meal deal with a popper $3

The Committee met on Monday night and reviewed the processes that we have put in place to comply with the Covid-19 restrictions. From the discussions around compliance it was decided moving forward, that we will now close all change rooms as we felt that our compliance was poor. At this stage, we will leave the canteen operational, but this will be closely monitored. This decision is based on a review of our COVID safe plan, how the change rooms and club house have been used over recent weeks and also in light of recent developments in Victoria and NSW. We want people to continue coming to the Club and enjoying playing and spectating, but we need to do our bit to ensuring there is minimum risk to all of our patrons.

All our equipment such as tables and chairs will be put away so we ask that everyone who comes along, that you bring your own outdoor chairs as the club supply will be off limits. The BBQ table/chairs will remain out however a spray bottle of disinfectant will be available to wipe down after use as will the tiered stands by the fields.

We must not become complacent or comfortable in our surroundings, in particular on the social distancing (maintaining 1.5m distance between each other at all times) in high volume interaction areas. The infringement penalty to the individual failing to comply is over $1000. We urge everyone to practice the social distancing; good hygiene; hand sanitizing; check in/out and staying home when unwell, as it is critical and also for your own wellbeing. 

The implementation of Stage 3 restrictions measures must be followed to remain effective even though it is a challenge. The easing of restrictions is not a sign that Covid-19 is over but rather the beginning of the next phase of managing it. This virus is not going away any time soon, so we have to manage our path to living with it, just as part of everyday life. 

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This is a reminder to all Clubs, that from the 10th July 2020, the Queensland Government has in place Border Restriction Direction No. 8, which relates to crossing the Queensland Border and the responsibilities of individuals entering Queensland. Any person (player/coach/participant) who has come from or returned to Queensland from interstate or overseas, must adhere to the Queensland Governments restrictions and requirements as they relate to the Queensland Border.  Please refer to the Queensland Government Website and relevant authorities for the most up to date information and restrictions.

• https://www.covid19.qld.gov.au/
• https://www.health.qld.gov.au/system-governance/legislation/cho-public-health-directions-under-expanded-public-health-act-powers/border-restrictions
• https://www.covid19.qld.gov.au/government-actions/border-closing

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EXISTING STAGE 2 REQUIREMENTS REMAIN IN PLACE FOR STAGE 3:

• Do not attend venues if you are feeling unwell
• Hygiene requirements eg regular hand sanitising
• Recording attendees at venues (all attendees, not just players and officials) and must be retained for 56 days
• 5 metre buffer zone between different training and playing spaces
• The 4 square metre rule per attendee is maintained
• Recommend that a COVlDSafe Coordinator is appointed by each club
• Sanitise all equipment before, during and after training/matches
• Staggered training session start times
• Separate entry and exit points, where practical and possible
• Advisory signage is maintained

ADDITIONAL STAGE 3 REQUIREMENTS:

• Physical contact can resume at training and matches can be played
• Up to 500 people permitted at a venue without further approval
• If more than 500 people are involved, a COVlDSafe Event Plan is required to be completed and approved by your local Public Health Unit. 
• Spectators must maintain the physical distancing principle of l.5 square metres between
• different family groups
• Change rooms are able to be accessed and facilities in them such as showers can be used but this is not mandatory and will be at the discretion of the club. However, appropriate and regular cleaning, disinfecting and personal protection equipment must be implemented. 
• Canteens, bars and clubhouse spaces can re-open but this is not mandatory and will be at the discretion of the club. Clubs must adhere to the COVID-19 Dining and Drinking checklist 

• hold or whose parent/carer/guardian holds a valid Department of Human Services Health Care Card or Pensioner Concession Card
  with the child’s name on it
• If a parent/carer is currently receiving JobSeeker payments, they are eligible for a Health Care Card or Pensioner Concession Card, and can apply for a FairPlay voucher using this card.
• are identified by a registered referral agent.

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Samford Rangers FC training activities will recommence from June 8, 2020.

These guidelines have been developed from the FQ Guidelines

It is essential that we implement the measures outlined in the Return to Training guidelines before returning to training. 

All members of the football community must also ensure they follow the conditions outlined in the Return to Training guidelines.

At each training session, an accurate record of all attendees (including parents/carers) for the purposes of contact tracing must be kept, including full name, FFA number, phone number, date and time of attendance and confirmation whether they have downloaded the COVIDSafe app. We will be using the TeamApp system for this.

Football Queensland (FQ) has today released a set of FAQs for clubs and participants regarding a return to training in Stage 2 of the Queensland Government’s roadmap to easing restrictions from June 12.

Note that training sessions in Stage 2 are limited 20 people for the whole facility.  This is obviously very restrictive for a club of our size.  The management committee are working through how we might get teams back training in compliance with the guidelines.

View the Return to Training FAQs here.

Visit FQ’s Return to Training Hub.

The Samford Rangers Committee hopes all members have enjoyed a safe and happy Easter celebration at home.   

Please find following the latest updates regarding football and the Samford Rangers Club for 2020.

2020 Season

As at the 9^th of April we are receiving instructions from Football Brisbane stating intent to commence a 2020 season later this year.  Details of how this will be structured, and associated costs will be communicated at the earliest.    We will be monitoring feedback in coming months and will relay all relevant information to members as it comes to hand.  Whilst there is a chance that the season will resume, we will not be issuing refunds at this stage.  Should the season be ultimately cancelled we will update members promptly with options and details surrounding fees and refunds.  This will be a huge undertaking to assess and calculate refunds of over 700 playing members and we appreciate your patience should this outcome be put forward by Football Brisbane. 

We recognize and appreciate there may be some circumstances where a member is experiencing financial hardship (e.g. loss of income etc.).  In these cases, the Club will work with the individual member/s on a case by case basis to arrange a refund.

Miniroos and Juniors:

After Easter we will be issuing monthly challenges focused on a particular skill with an associated challenge.  Club members will be encouraged to video their challenges wearing club gear and will be provided a specific hashtag to submit their entries on social media (Facebook/Instagram).   The Director of Coaching will select a prize winner in each age group who will receive club promotional items to be specified with each challenge.  More information will be published by the DOC in the coming weeks.

It is important that we all use whatever resources are available to us to encourage physical activity and fitness and we encourage everybody to take part in what will be a good family exercise!  We are more than happy to see Parents submit their entries with the kids regardless of your skill level to encourage general health and well-being.  Have a go!  But be aware.... We might try and recruit you if you show promise!

Seniors and Masters

For our senior and master's players we will be commencing a series of quiz challenges which will focus on specific topics each month.   NO GOOGLE ALLOWED.  We will also be looking to publish some basic fitness workouts and strength exercises to make sure you are all fighting fit and can hit the ground running.

Club Song Competition

For many years our senior players have been singing a club song privately in the sheds to celebrate our victories.  As we develop our club and build its culture, we need a club song that can be sung by every team at Samford Rangers.  This means Family / Child and Sponsor Friendly!!!  We want a song we can all relate too and be proud of.  The existing song is sung to the tune of Bound for Botany Bay and I would be happy to see entries that use this same melody.   For our senior players the challenge is out there to adjust the existing lyrics to something we can teach the U6 players!  All entries will be considered, and we will select the best few entries and publish for comment.  Get your entries in to clubadmin@samfordrangers.org.au with the subject RANGERS CLUB SONG.

I would like to thank all members for your patience and understanding. I hope you all stay safe and healthy and look forward to providing further announcements soon.

Best Regards

Nick Wallace

President 

Samford Rangers Football Club

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It's an extraordinary and unprecedented time with the Coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic sweeping the world and the ensuing massive impact it is having on social gatherings and sport in general.

Recently, Football Federation Australia, in consultation with each state federation, took the decision to suspend all grassroots and community based football for a period of 4 weeks in a bid to help mitigate the spread of the virus.

Subsequently and in line with Football Queensland's recommendations, Football Brisbane has suspended all football activity, matches and training, until Tuesday 14th April.

With this suspension in place, Senior and Junior competitions administered by Football Brisbane have been suspended until the weekend beginning Friday 1st May.

Football Brisbane has published a web page that will provide daily updates on the Coronavirus situation, which you can visit via the link below.

CORONAVIRUS UPDATE

The health and wellbeing of all of our members and families is paramount and we have been taking advice from Government, Football Associations and discussing the impacts of Corona Virus on the 2020 season.

As you will no doubt be aware the federal government has shifted to a social distancing strategy and we have considered the current measures on our operations and season.

Training as at the 16th of March will proceed as usual with the addition of basic hygiene and awareness principles.  We ask parents and players to ensure the following:

1/ Wash your hands prior to training.
2/ Bring your own labelled water bottles to Training.
3/ Do not come to training if you are Sick or symptomatic.
4/ Advise the Committee by email to committee@samfordrangers.org.au if you have been confirmed with Corona Virus or are self isolating due to high risk contact.

The committee has been working on staged and measured responses as the situation develops.

Friday 13^th March, Football Brisbane cancelled all weekends games which included our planned grand opening and further communications around games will be provided as information comes to hand.

Whilst the virus represents low risk to the majority of our members we intend to act in the interests of the larger community and do our part to help protect the elderly and vulnerable.

Being fit and healthy and maintaining a healthy lifestyle is important and the club will continue to support our members throughout the 2020 season.

The committee would like to thank members for your cooperation and will provide regular updates via our website and Facebook.

Kind Regards
Samford Rangers Committee

The season is starting soon... have your kids tried on their boots yet? Do your kids need a bigger size? Do you have boots to give away or sell?

There is a place to Buy/Sell/Swap/Give Away football boots locally! 

Join the SAMFORD FOOTBALL BOOT BUY/SELL/SWAP Facebook group and list your unwanted boots and/or search for new boots.

https://www.facebook.com/groups/487871265227278/

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