Caerphilly clubs suspended from training after local lockdown implemented
Aberystwyth Town v Cascade Ladies. © Chris Howells
Football clubs in Caerphilly have been suspended from pre-season training after the Welsh Government implemented a local lockdown due to a rise in coronavirus cases.
A local lockdown of the borough was enforced from today and further information has been released which will effect sports clubs in the area.
Most clubs are yet to receive a start date for the upcoming season but the Welsh Premier Women’s League start date could now be thrown into jeopardy over one of their teams.
Cascade Ladies, based in Aberbargoed, are due to begin on Sunday, 27 September, but the local lockdown of the borough has now created logistical problems for the top flight of Women’s football in Wales.
Announced by Caerphilly Pitchwise earlier this evening, they revealed sport in the area has now been suspended.
“In light of lockdown regulations imposed by WG from 6 pm tonight, all sports games and training are suspended until further notice.
“We apologise for the inconvenience and look forward to welcoming you back once local restrictions are lifted.”
The decision has been made on a local level despite a difference in advice on the Welsh Government website.
“You should play sport or exercise indoors only alone or with members of your own household (if indoors).
Exercising in classes of up to 30 people is however still allowed subject to social distancing and other reasonable measures being taken to minimise risk.”
Further to the Welsh Governments advice, they advise those exercising or playing sport to remain in the borough in their FAQs in regards to travelling from their home.
“Yes, as long as you staying within the Caerphilly County Borough area.”
Residents in the area are not allowed to leave unless a good reason is provided.
The lockdown is expected to last until at least October, with a review to come from the Welsh Government in a fortnight.
Vaughan Gething, Health Minister for the Welsh Government, said the case rate had risen to 72.9 cases per 100,000 people, ranking Caerphilly as the highest rate in Wales.
(Featured Image: Chris Howells)
