Sunday, 1 April 2007

WRFC Committee Minutes March 2007

Minutes of the Committee Meeting held on th March 2007, Skittle Alley, Goodrest, Worcester

Present

Francisco Serrano, Phil Abram, Darren Brown, Graham Wolfe, Darren & Maxine Evans, Paul Tyler, Craig Davies,Karen Handley, Liz Jones, Kevin Jenkins, Will Stelling, Andrew Sanghera, Paul Amster

1. Apologies

Jaynie Parkes.

2 Minutes

The minutes of the previous meeting had been circulated and were approved.

3 Matters Arising

Darren Brown will try and get update from each manager prior to meetings.

CWO briefing to be given at a future meeting.

4 Chairman’s Report

FS advised that he had a letter from Darren Evans stating that he would be leaving the Club at the end of the season to establish a new club with an U15 boys team possibly a girls team.

FS introduced 2 new coaches (Andrew and Will) who wished to take an active coaching role. FS sought input from other coaches as to who was willing to continue in 2007 – 2008 season.

FS advised he had set up the website and would contain minutes etc of past meetings.

FS invited Liz and Karen to join the committee to assist with fundraising.

FS stated that Elaine Tyler had stepped down from the committee but now that matters has resolved stated we should consider Elaine rejoining. The matter was dully proposed and seconded and Elaine was to be invited back to rejoin the committee.

5 Secretary Report

The secretary had circulated all correspondence by e-mail.

The following items were advised:

GW had corresponded with WFA and League re state of pitches at Perdiswell.

Coaching course costs for L1 are £60 for Charter Standard clubs. It was proposed and seconded that the Club would pay such costs for new coaches to coach next season.

Details of a First Aid course were advised for 3rd April at a cost of £15 per person. It was agreed all coaches present for 2007 – 2008 season could attend with cost absorbed by Club. Anyone wishing to attend should contact Secretary for details.

All coaches were reminded to send secretary the pink forms and away game details

6 Treasurer Report

Account reveals c3.7k in bank, First aid kits are to be restocked ASAP.
Whist there was still some issues with subs it is agreed that DD will be the way forward for next season.
FS gave PA and JP many congratulations on their forthcoming wedding..

7 Club Welfare Officer Report


PA apologised for delay in replenishing First Aid kits, but stressed it would be done soon..

8 Football Update


Congratulations given to U14 team for reaching Cup Final on 6th May..

9 Fund raising

WRFC had been booked for 7th July. For the presentation evening. Tickets would be £7 adult and £3 child. Tickets are ready and a disco has been booked. Darren Evans in conjunction with other coaches will select trophies. Local businesses have been contacted for raffle prizes and some have been obtained.

It was proposed to enter a dragon boat race in June. More details to be obtained by Karen..

It was thought that the recruitment day and coaches v parents match could be held on one day and make it a big event, published in conjunction with the dragon boat race

13 Any Other Business

None.

Next meeting to be held on, 2nd April and 7th May.

Saturday, 10 March 2007

WRFC Committee Minutes Jan 2007

Worcester Raiders Football Club
Minutes of the Committee Meeting held on 15th January 2007
At Skittle Alley, Goodrest Worcester

Present

Francisco Serrano, Phil Abram, Graham Wolfe, Jaynie Parkes, , Darren Evans, Paul Tyler, , Craig Davies

1. Apologies

Darren Brown and Kevin Jenkins.

2 Minutes

The minutes of the previous meeting had been circulated and were approved.

3 .Matters Arising

Users having difficulties with the web site should advise FS re password settings.
The log of children playing is being maintained and to date no further grumbles have been heard.

4 Chairman’s Report

FS advised that he was pleased that the committee could now refocus on footballing matters. Regarding the complaints raised by the Burton family FS advised that the Club Disciplinary Committee had been convened and agreed to meet both parties in order to fully investigate the issues raised. Prior to this Worcester FA were contacted and full guidance was sought as to how to deal with the issue and clarity was sought as to child protection issues. The nature of the complaint and details provided indicated that no child protection issues existed. It was also agreed that the Club would only look at matters involving the Club and any comments relating to outside of WRFC were outside of scope.

Whilst the meeting with Mrs Tyler took place the meeting with the Burton family was cancelled by the Burton family. On the evidence to hand and with other considerations it was agreed by the Club Disciplinary Committee that there was no case regarding child protection issues. The CDC also felt that in light of actions by the Burton family there was no option but to exclude Mrs Burton from the club. An unfortunate consequence of this action was that the Burton children would no longer be able to participate in Club activities and as such it was felt that they should seek an alternative Club. The CDC regretted the consequence of the action, but the issue remained one of family dispute that football could not bridge. The CDC hoped the children would find a suitable Club in which all parties could enjoy football.. Fs advised that the whole affair had been very time consuming and had been handled in line with Club rules, FA guidance and with a desire to gain resolution. FS stated that the matter was now closed.

5 Secretary Report

The secretary had circulated all correspondence by e-mail.
The following items were advised:
GW thanked JP and PA for attending the Club Welfare seminar held by WFA. WRFC are now a leading light having already appointed a CWO and we have already met the new requirements that will be enforced by the League in 2007-2008 season. The League acknowledged that we are ahead of the game and stand in a strong position. Likewise WFA have complimented us on our foresight and commitment to the process..
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GW restated that we need to consider the Charter Standard renewal process.
DE and ME had advised that were standing down from their non-coaching responsibilities. FS thanked both Darren and Maxine for their contributions.

6 Treasurer Report

Account reveals c2.7k in bank, There is still some discrepancy re Subs a review had taken place and coaches will be advised of instances of SO failure and seek method of correcting.

7 Club Welfare Officer Report

JP updated committee on the recent workshop advising that Welfare is now more rigorous and detailed. It was agreed that JP should give a brief update of the key points to all coaches at a future meeting before the start of next season to ensure everyone understand the new requirements primarily focused on child abuse.
JP to update coaches at future meeting.

8 Coaches Report

Brief update from all coaches (present) was received. Nothing of concern. noted.
FS requested that a general football update is more appropriate in future to cover all teams rather than a need to segregate girls and boys football. FS also asked for all coaches to try and get together on a regular basis once a formula had been worked out.
BD to be approached to see what can be established.

9 Girls Update

See above.
Fund raising
Noted that the Tesco sports vouchers had passed the “sell by” date.
Karen Handley has shown a willingness to assist our fund raising activities and will be invited to the next meeting..

13 Any Other Business

FS agreed to attend next MFJFL meeting in GW absence.

Next meeting to be held on 5th March., 2nd April and 7th May.

Tuesday, 18 April 2006

WRFC Minutes April 2006

Worcester Raiders Football Club

Minutes of the Committee Meeting held on 6th February 2006
At Prince Of Wales, Worcester

Present

Francisco Serrano, Graham Wolfe, Maxine Evans, Darren Evans, Elaine Tyler, Paul Tyler, Kev Jenkins, Chris Dance, Paul Griffin, Darren Brown.

Apologies

Jaynie Parkes, Phil Abram, Sue Harvey, Terry Green, Craig Davis

Minutes

The minutes of the previous meeting had been circulated and were approved.

Matters Arising

ALL Please advise/show Jaynie CRB checks as and when they are returned.

ALL Provide Jaynie with a copy of Child Protection qualification renewals

GMW AGM date and venue needed for around 20th of May.

Chairmans Report

FS advised that as his boys would be moving to Lincoln he had doubts as to whether to stay as Chairman. FS urged committee to consider what and where the Club wishes to develop and progress and to find a suitable candidate for Chairman. Nominations should be provided to the Secretary 14 days before the AGM. FS stated that he thought the committee should be expanded for next year with a view to bringing in new members. FS also asked members to think about who does what and ensure that the relevant party is able to fully undertake such task..

Secretary Report

The secretary had circulated all correspondence by e-mail.
Details of disciplinary matters with WFA were summarised.
Charter Standard World Cup festival to be held to celebrate the opening of Perdiswell on 28th May.
GW stated the if any coach wished a subs “chasing” letter to be sent to provide him with the details.

Coaches Provide details of any player who needs a subscription chaser letter

Treasurer Report

No treasurer’s report was given.

Coaches Report

The coaches report 10th April was read and a copy retained with these minutes.

Girls Section

An update on the girls section was provided. PT asked what was required to take the Club to Charter Standard Development status. It was also stated that the Club should have a Child Protection Policy. PT advised that there was an opportunity to develop a link with Worcester City (Girls) and that a meeting was to be established to take this forward. It was discussed that it may be beneficial to dovetail the indoor training requirements with a possible Club link with Bishop Perowne. Darren Evans to coordinate team requirements and ET to ascertain what pitches/facilities may be available.

GMW Produce Child Protection Policy
PT Organise meeting with Worcester City (Girls)
DE Coordinate next year training requirements
ET Ascertain what, if anything, is available at Bishop Perowne next season

Child Welfare Officer Report

Carried forward until next meeting..

AGM and Committee 2006/07

FS had already touched on this issue in Chairman’s report. It was agreed that the AGM should be held 20/21 May at the latest and that Old Elizabethans would be contacted to see if available for those dates.

Presentation Evening

ME advised 152 tickets had been sold. Still waiting for final numbers from U11 Eagles, U14 and U15..

Fund Raising & Club Development

The suggestion of a slave auction had been put forward.

Recruitment Drive (Players and Coaches).

No Club event had yet been organised. FS felt that such an event was a good thing and that every effort should be made to try and arrange such an event, similar to the previous year, at Bishop Perowne. PG to assist with Girls to help put something together.

2006 2007 Plans

To be discussed at next committee meeting.

Any Other Business

Subscriptions to be discussed at the AGM.

FS advised he had acquired www.worcesterraiders.com and it needed some money spending on it to make it a professional It would help with communication and provide a link to the “MSN” type community.

FS asked for it to be considered that we may want to acquire our own pitch. He was aware that one may be available opposite The Raven. FS stated that a Grant/National Lottery may be available but warned that such ventures move the Club into a different direction and it became a very serious business.

GW requested that team photo’s, individual photo’s (including coach) and a report be sent asap for the year book.