Update: Covid 19

The PFC will be guided by Sport Vic in deleoping our Return-to-Play plan

Updated 17/07/2020

Dear PFC members,

While it sucks we won't be returning back to floorball when we had initially expected, rest assured the PFC is working on some pretty exciting developments behind the scenes.

Depending on when government regulations allow, we are hoping to return at some stage during September.

Once allowed to return we will also offer trainings for elite level players plus trainings for anyone of any ability who's just wanting to have a hit. 

Until then stay healthy, stay safe and we'll see you very soon.

Regards,

Gavin Staindl, President, PFC

Updated 31/03/2020

Hopefully everyone is now aware of the Stage 3 restrictions in place in our state (if not, you can read the premiers statement here).

Given the current situation, The PFC regretfully need to cancel our upcoming Awards Night.

We are very sorry to miss this opportunity to celebrate with all of you, and look forward to a time in the future when we can plan to come together again.

We hope you are all staying well, and are reaching out to your support networks as needed in these stressful times.

Regards,

The PFC Committee of Management

Updated 20/03/2020

We hope you are all safe and well during these diffucult time.

The PFC would like to share some tips for coping with increased social isolation.

• Limit your social media consumption
• Get some exercise (youtube has heaps of videos that can help with this, from PT to yoga to floorball drills to dancing videos).
• Connect with loved ones (call, video chat - physical distancing doesn't mean you need to disconnect socially).
• If you're struggling emotionally,  reach out to one of the services listed here:

  • beyondblue
    www.beyondblue.org.au
    1300 22 4636
    beyondblue is a national organisation that has a range of information and resources associated with depression and anxiety. Useful resources and further information about beyondblue programmes are available on its website at www.beyondblue.org.au or by contacting its Support Service on 1300 22 4636 (toll free). The Support Service runs 24 hours a day, seven days a week. All calls are one-on-one with a trained mental health professional, and completely confidential.

  • Lifeline Australia
    www.lifeline.org.au
    13 11 14
    Lifeline Australia provides a free, confidential and anonymous, 24-hour telephone counselling service for adults needing emotional support. Lifeline Australia also has a range of information and resources available from their website, about providing care in times of crisis.

• There are also some awesome online tolls here for coping with stress an anxiety.

Updated 17/03/2020

The AFO organising committee has made the decision to postpone AFO 2020 indefinitely. 

Read more on their Facebook page. 

Updated 16/03/2020

Given the current pandemic status of the Covid 19 virus (coronavirus), the PFC regretfully announce that Thursday games and Monday & Wednesday training sessions will be suspended immediately.

We will attempt to re-schedule our summer 2019/2020 finals before our winter season begins, but this may not be possible.

It is also likely that the beginnings of our winter season - scheduled for 16th April - will be postponed. This is a developing situation and we will strive to keep you informed of the latest developments around our action plan for dealing with the Covid 19 pandemic.

At this stage our Annual Award Night has not been canceled - we will strive to make a decision on this as early as reasonably possible. For updates on this situation, please ensure you follow our Facebook page, or check in regularly via our website.

To help protect our community, the PFC would also like to remind our members of the WHO guidelines for protecting yourself from illness

Wash your hands frequently
Regularly and thoroughly clean your hands with an alcohol-based hand rub or wash them with soap and water.

Maintain social distancing
Maintain at least 1 metre (3 feet) distance between yourself and anyone who is coughing or sneezing.

Avoid touching eyes, nose and mouth

Practice respiratory hygiene
Make sure you, and the people around you, follow good respiratory hygiene. This means covering your mouth and nose with your bent elbow or tissue when you cough or sneeze. Then dispose of the used tissue immediately.

If you have fever, cough and difficulty breathing, seek medical care early
Stay home if you feel unwell. If you have a fever, cough and difficulty breathing, seek medical attention and call in advance. Follow the directions of your local health authority.