Meeting update from Dec 14

Thanks to all who attended last night’s meeting.

Below is a summary of what went down

* Team allocations and divisions

There are 7 divisions – four open and 3 masters – 2 x35s and 1 x 40s

We have been allocated Div 1 and Div 2 O35s which means grading is a reality.

Both Div 1 and Div 2 have a space in the draw and there is an opportunity to perhaps recruit a few more players, trim back the squad lists from the usual 20 or so and enter three teams. We had 44 players involved last season and so far I’ve heard of THREE who don’t wish to play.

The reality is that the Maroons and Whites have been split and an A team will be chosen from the two squads. I’ve already had one player decide not to return based on that – if there are others who don’t wish to play please let me know as soon as you can so we can make a judgement on whether we nominate a third team.

If you know of anyone who might be interested in joining the club please have them contact me asap.

* Preseason competition

There is always a preseason comp, we haven’t entered previously because it has just mixed in all teams from all divisions. This year they will have a separate mini comp for the masters teams.  This takes the form of two weekends in preseason 2 x 40m games each weekend. We will nominate one or two teams.

* Competition dates

Preseason Feb 25 and March 3.

Season starts  March 24, ends Aug 18. Finals from Sep1-15.

* Fees and Rego

They have not been set by FSC yet. They are flagging an increase but at this stage we will hold ours at $220 – this includes a $20 fundraising fee. A reminder that the fees pay for ground hire of 1500 per season, refs/linesmen fees of $1100, equipment and lights at training etc.

 We will have more details on how and when to pay and the registration process soon. The plan is for everyone to be paid up  by Jan 31 – the date of the next FSC meeting – and to complete rego forms soon after that.

* Grading process

A five man panel was elected – two each from the previous Whites – les and AB - and Maroons – Ant and Paul - and me as club president. The grading process was discussed with all present having a say in their preferred options. More information will follow ion this soon.

* Kit

As shirts will need to be redistributed please give to me or Vinny asap. You can put them in my mailbox at 547 LHD if this suits.

Voting

Well, no voting was required but we have emerged with a committee that looks like this

President/ Sec: TH

Treasurer: Keith

Registrar: Fergus

Social/ fundraising director Dan

Gear steward: Vinny assisted by Shane with lines etc

Grading officials: as above

Cheers

TH