Knights Valley Cricket Club AGM Minutes – 29/12/2014
Attendance
Chris Barber
Jason Maker
Pete Finlay
Sam Fielder
Lee Payne
Matt Payne
Denis Payne
Iain Messenger
Darren Nangle
Graham Cole
Dan Keyworth
Ian Goozee
Kevin Houston
Nick Franklin
Chris Franklin
Dave McAdam
Apologies
Kev Finlay
Steve Reese
Minutes
Chairman Report
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Difficult season mainly due to player availabilities from Holiday/Injuries, however
fantastic performance from the club to finish in the mid-table position.
Was the best team spirit witnessed during the 5 years at the club for which we wish to
continue into the 2015 season.
Secretary Report
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HCB Affiliation and HCL Subscription have been paid for the 2015 season.
Remaining costs include Handbooks, Cricket Balls and League Insurance which is due
before March 2015.
In order to save on costs, I will be exploring whether cheaper insurance packages are
available.
Other actions will include maintaining our player recruitment campaign and also in
organizing additional friendlies for the 2015 season.
Treasurer Report
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Raised £2,500 during 2014 season with a profit of £420.85.
£500 obtained from subscriptions and match fees.
£460 made on nets, cost was £440.
Kit/Equipment already paid for.
£239 for Insurance.
Additional cost include Handbooks, Teas and additional expenditures (ie. Ground
rental).
To streamline the club’s cash-flow, online transfers could be used more often for match
fees, subscriptions and net costs.
Captain Report
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Very tricky season, different 11 every week, some games were handicapped from the
lack of cricketers available to complete the team.
Owing to these conditions we did well to retain a mid-table position; most notably with
some exceptional individual performances during the season.
Decided not to undertake mid-week cricket for this reason due to the presently small
squad size.
Next year we would like to see a consistent 11 in order to improve team’s performance
of which recruiting new players will be key in achieving this.
Consistency in player availability will help in putting out a competitive team week after
week.
Size of squad should mean that the lack of midweek cricket will not affect player
inclusiveness.
Selection of Officers
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As a result of votes, the selection of Officers for 2015 are as follows:
Chairman – Denis Payne
Secretary – Chris Barber
Treasurer – Iain Messenger
Captain – Sam Fielder
Vice Captain – Dan Keyworth
Team Manager/Club Captain – Lee Payne
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Going forwards it has been decided and agreed that the captaincy structure should be changed.
Now we will have a Captain (Sam) and Vice Captain (Dan) whom will be responsible purely for
on-pitch decisions.
Decisions regarding team selection and also any issues regarding player availability/recruitment
will be handled by the Team Manager (Lee).
With regards to player selection, it is envisaged that there will be an element of communication
between the Captain and Team Manager in order that some players are selected to align with
the Captain’s strategy for the upcoming fixture.
However the Team Manager will not be in a position to make player promises regarding
batting/bowling positions; this responsibility will rest with the Captains.
Player Recruitment
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2 players confirmed as new joiners for next year.
Discovery magazine advertisement placed by Kevin Housten which will reach 16,000 homes in
Chandlers Ford.
Poster campaign in Knightwood Tesco Express, Flemming Park Leisure Centre, Romsey Rapids,
North Walls Winchester and Knightwood Leisure Centre.
As Steve and Ian have expressed they will not be in a position to play much cricket next year,
this emphasises the need for additional members.
Additional players will also provide Knights Valley the opportunity to engage in other
competitions (ie. Mid-week cricket) during the 2016 season.
Player recruitment advertisement has also been posted on the Knights Valley Website and
Twitter feed.
This player recruitment campaign will be evaluated in February dependent on level of interest;
further posters could be placed in local schools and colleges to gain additional interest.
Subscription/Match Fees
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Current fees are £30 subscription and £7 per match.
As this cost allows the Club to run comfortably, it is agreed that these prices will remain
fixed for 2015.
If Knights Valley decide to embark in extra competitions or need additional funds for other
projects then these costs may be increased for 2016.
It has also been proposed and agreed that a Standing Order payment of £10 per month for
10 months would cover all expenditures whilst providing a steady cash flow.
This £10 per month will cover fees for Subscriptions, Matches and HCL expenditures (eg.
Affiliation, Insurance etc.).
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Dependent on how often individuals are selected, then at the end of the season certain
players may be remunerated or these funds could be invested into the end of Season
activities if preferred by the respective players.
Iain has agreed to cascade the bank details to the club in order that the Standing Orders can
be created in January.
Tour/Additional Fixtures
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Additional fixtures to include 4 pre/post season games.
Confirmed friendlies include Braishfield, Bramshaw and Peartree.
With regards to Tour, given team member commitments, a weekend would be the preferable
option.
Tour thoughts would include having a meal and pub session on Friday with a full cricket match
on Saturday.
Dan to look at potential away fixtures as a tour possibility during the end of July bye weekend.
Another idea is to have a Club evening at the Ageas Bowl. Chris will investigate the possibility of
club discounts on tickets.
Sponsorship
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Kevin’s placement of an player recruitment advertisement in the Discovery magazine is
recognised as a sufficient sponsorship for 2015.
With regards to raising additional funds, ideas include a Bat Draw, Fun Day at
Knightwood/Cleveland Bay or a Quiz Night.
Concern with a Bat Draw would be interest from opposition teams during the course of the
season.
Although a high profile fun day could be great for the club, the resources required makes this
option unachievable at this time.
The best option appears to be another Knights Valley Quiz Night, possibly with Ampfield CC.
Additional funding will allow the club flexibility if it wishes to invest into other development
projects.
Other Business
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Coaching – circa £35 a session, possibility of hiring for a couple of net sessions to improve player
technique and performance. Matt to confirm fees and availability with Ageas Bowl.
Nets Training – improved structure to nets, initial sessions could be focused around basics with
batting/bowling techniques being addressed in later sessions possibly with coaching assistance.
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Midweek Training – proposal to establish a 10 week program of midweek sessions during the
season; this will be aired initially on the club website to gauge interest from players.
Bowling Machine/Sidearms – This would assist in training batsmen to play specific shots; Matt to
investigate Bowling Machine cost/availability, Pete to confirm Sidearm costs.
Personal storage container – Exclusive storage facilities would lower the risk of equipment
damage. Confirmation required whether Test Valley Borough Council/Valley Leisure would allow
this to be placed at Knightwood.
Teas – Denis’s wife has kindly agreed to continue making Teas during the 2015 season.
Umpiring – these duties could be shared more fairly across the whole team; this will be
considered by the Captain during the 2015 season.
Action Items
Action Item
Investigate Cheaper Insurance
options for the 2015 cricket
season.
Organise additional pre/post
season friendlies.
Club account details to be
cascaded to club members in
order to create Standing Orders.
Tour options to be investigated
for end of July bye weekend.
Ascertain if a there is a Club
discount for Ageas Bowl tickets.
Determine whether Ampfield
would be interested in attending
Quiz Night.
Quiz Night Arrangements to be
confirmed.
Confirm coaching fees and
availability.
Improved Nets Training
structure.
Gauge interest for Midweek
Training during 2015 season.
Confirm Bowling Machine
cost/availability.
Confirm cost of Sidearm.
Confirm whether a personal
storage container could be
placed at Knightwood.
Team Member Responsible
Chris Barber
Target Date
1st April 2015
Chris Barber
1st March 2015
Iain Messenger
23rd January 2015
Dan Keyworth
27th February 2015
Chris Barber
16th January 2015
Chris Barber
27th February 2015
Denis Payne
1st April 2015
Matt Payne
23rd January 2015
Sam Fielder
5th January 2015 – 4th May 2015
Dan Keyworth / Pete Finlay
4th May 2015
Matt Payne
23rd January 2015
Pete Finlay
Denis Payne
23rd January 2015
1st April 2015