The late change of date and venue contributed to a low
attendance, but as usual it is the same few Clubs that
attend.
The PRESIDENT informed the Meeting of the proposed changes
to CERH European Cup competitions. If accepted at the Congress
in July it would mean a 3 Day Programme of matches between 2
UK teams, 1 Spanish, 1 Italian, 1 Portuguese & 1 French team.
Other similar events would happen in 2 other countries. This
would take place in February. The other proposal at the
Congress we are in favour of is an Under 23 Championship. This
would take place in July and England could stage part of this
event too. Keith is also seeking to establish a National Rink and
3 possible sites are being investigated.
The SECRETARY announced her term of office had 1 more
season to run and she was not prepared to commit to another if
term remains at 4 years. Executive is to consider shortening
terms of office.
COMPETITIONS had no Director this season and was managed
by Keith with Exec support. The National Team Eligibility Rule for
(Inter-regional) Leagues had the support of the Clubs
present. They also wanted Age categories to be inline with
the International rules (Year of Birth). The Exec agreed to make
the change, but in season 2006/7. The return of Match
sheets or rather the lack of them has caused problems this
season. The penalty to be imposed on the home club not
returning them within a set time, will be to forfeit the matches.
NDP- Carlos Amaral announced that a Guest Player/Coach would
attend several of the Nat training weekends in the way Victor
Hugo did last season and Pedro Alves may be next. A new
document of programmes & directives will be issued to all
National Coaches & Managers in Jan 06. He fully
supported the search for a Full-sized Rink as need was
desperate.
MARKETING – K Galtos said the key to growth was
Communication & Motivation and that our membership is in
neutral (+/- 50 each season). Recruiting must be a priority, a
common recruiting Poster would be issued and he will stage a
seminar in each region, if assisted locally, starting in EC
outlining best practise for clubs to follow.
FINANCE- Stephen gave clear explanation of the NRHA’s
accounts and how the money was used. It surprised some that
almost half our income was spent on Insurance.
The only PROPOSAL at this AGM came from the Treasurer and
involved a change in fees for the Clubs and some players. Reg
Fees – that changed were Under 10s (previously Under 9)
become £10 and Minor/Inter/Yth become £20 Insurance Only
also become £10. It would remain free to Coaches/Refs &
Officials. The Club Affiliation was proposed to rise to £175 but
an amendment was made that now means the fee becomes
£275, but if the club sends a representative to the season’s AGM
they will be refunded £100. These changes received a
unanimous vote in favour.
ELECTION of Officers. Only 1 position was vacant, Competitions
Director – and there were no nominations. The Executive advised
it would advertise the position on the web-site and hope for a
suitable candidate. It was a vital position and needed to be filled
before the season commences.
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Reporter: Kos Galtos
