ROMSLEY & HUNNINGTON SPORTS CLUB
YOUTH CRICKET COMMITTEE MEETING
02nd NOVEMBER 2011
PRESENT: Ollie Taylor, Emma Taylor, Marie Bissell, Dave Bissell, Andy Holland, Keith Brough, Sean Amphlett, Andy Robinson, Max Taylor, John Field, Roy Bray
1. INTRODUCTION
Ollie welcomed everyone present and explained that the meeting had been arranged to promote Romsley’sJunior Section and re-elect a new committee as there had been a number of resignations since the last meeting.
2. APOLOGIES
Dave Giles, Mike Giles, Craig Sayles, Tom Cunningham, Steve Randell
3. REVIEW OF 2011 SEASON
Ollie stated that the 2011 season had been generally successful for the youth section with continued improvement from previous seasons.
U9s – Won games in each of the festivals at Old Hill, Pedmore, Halesowen and Romsley. Qualified for the finals in Group D against Himley A & B and Amblecote and continued the success from last season by winning the tournament.
U10s – A very good season with good individual performances. Completed the double over Himley, Old Hill and qualified for the finals which will be held next April
U11s – Struggled for players particularly at the 11 a side games. Lewis Brough represented the District team.
U12s – A disappointing season in which they failed to win a game mainly due to a lack of players at the age group so a number of younger players had to make up the numbers.
U16s – A good season with the majority of players breaking into senior cricket. Zahid Kafiat played regularly for the first team and emerged as player of the season including winning numerous trophies at the presentation evening.
It is intended to advertise for new junior players after Christmas in time for the winter net sessions.
A meeting will be held at the beginning of next season for players and parents to explain how the youth section will operate and a chance to meet managers and coaches.
Dave Bissell emphasised that all players should be aware of the code of ethics expected from them when representing Romsley. Ollie stated that this is included in the welcome pack under the code of conducts which all parents are required to sign.
4. ELECTION OF YOUTH COMMITTEE
The following were elected into their roles on the Romsley Youth Cricket Committee-
Andy Holland – Chairman
Keith Brough – Treasurer
Junior Youth Co-ordinator – Ollie Taylor
Roy Bray – Secretary, Fixture Secretary, Welfare Officer
Membership Secretary – Emma Taylor
Fund Raising – Dave Bissell, Marie Bissell, Emma Taylor, Sean Amphlett
It was suggested that a separate bank account be opened for the junior section so they can become self- financing. Roy and Keith agreed to meet Bernard in the New Year and discuss the idea.
5. TEAM MANAGERS AND COACHES
The following were nominated into their role as managers and coaches-
U9 Managers - Ollie Taylor and Roy Bray
U10 Manager – Andy Robinson
U10 Coach - Mike Giles
U11 Manager - Andy Holland
U11 Coach - Ollie Taylor
U13 Manager - Keith Brough
U13 Coach - Craig Sayles
U17 Manager – Mike Giles
Roy stated there were many games last season where a scorer was not available. It was suggested that parents be encouraged to learn the basics of scoring and a meeting be arranged prior to the season starting.
6. MEMBERSHIP FEES
It was agreed that membership fees should remain at £30 for each individual and £25 for additional family members. If families are suffering hardship, each individual case will be assessed compassionately.
7. COMPETITIONS FOR 2012
Competitions entered for 2012 are –
U9s softball competition
U10s pairs Worcester League
U10s pairs North Worcester League
U11s pairs Worcester League
U11s 11 a side Worcester League
U13s 11 a side Worcester League Knock Out
U13s 11 a side Worcester League
U13s pairs North Worcester League
U17s 11 a side Worcester League Knock Out
8. PITCH HERO WEB SITE
Ollie gave a visual demonstration of the Pitch Hero Web Site. Although in it’s early stages, information about teams, managers etc. are available. It is intended to give as much information about the Romsley Youth organisation as possible with photographs of teams, reports, and results to be included. Everyone present felt this was an excellent idea in promoting the Romsley Junior Cricket Section.
9. FUNDRAISING AND SOCIAL EVENTS
Dave Bissell suggested an A5 booklet be produced with approximately 12 adverts from local businesses. Each advert will cost £50 and hopefully will raise £600. It is intended to print around 150 copies of the booklet and these will be handed out at all junior home fixtures. Dave and Sean will pursue this idea in the New Year.
The sponsor’s day will take place again in 2012 with teams from CDC, Lloyds, Yelts Trust and Romsley entering. Last year £300 was raised for the club.
It was suggested a family day be arranged next season with a barbeque, bouncy castle and lads versus parents game be played.
Other fund raising ideas suggested were, a bag packing event at Asda in Merry Hill, a 100 club draw, sponsored bike ride and race night.
It was also suggested social events be organised such as a skittles night, go carting, Christmas Dinner, curry night, cricket game at Worcester and the presentation evening.
10. WINTER NETS
Indoor winter net sessions have been arranged at Red Hill School in Stourbridge. These will start on Saturday the 5th November at 10am and will last for 6 weeks. Further nets have been arranged from the 3rd March 2012 until 14th April then hopefully will continue outdoors at Romsley. Costs for the indoor net sessions will be £4 each week or £20 for all 6 sessions.
11.AOB
Ollie gave details of level 1 coaching courses to be held at Worcester Grammar School in November and Pensnett in February 2012. Andy Holland and Andy Robinson have shown interest in attending and Ollie will arrange for the application forms be handed out.
Ollie stated that he wanted a manager and coaches meeting to be held prior to the new season. He said he would contact all relevant parties and arrange a suitable date.
12. NEXT MEETING
The next meeting will be on Wednesday 11th January 2012 at 1930, venue to be arranged.