Our AGM is at Chapeltown WMC at 7.30pm Thursday 17th June
This year we will be losing two Executive members although most posistions are up for election.
Michael Evans our Publicity Officer is off to University and Chris Ridley our Club Developement Officer is stepping down.
We need people to fill these places so if you have an interest in helping your childs club get in touch.
Come and have your say, good or bad on how the club is run.

 Just an account of where our Christmas Raffle money has been sent

Christine Evans (Club Secretary) and myself visited Paces at High Green recently to present them with a cheque for £300.00.  This was money we as a Club had raised by holding our annual Christmas  Raffle.  The other benefactor this year was in memory of Lee Gostello, who was our contact with Interserve at Ecclesfield School; and went to the Weston Park Hospital - who also received a cheque for £300.00.

Our visit to Paces included being introduced to 3 of their children, one from each age group, i.e. nursery, primary and secondary; who accepted the cheque on behalf of everyone there.  We were given a full tour of the establishment, which not only includes the fantastic resources for these children, but has a community cafe, an art gallery, art classes for the local community, and a rather lovely shop selling a variety of crafts.  Also on site is a soft play area (Hullabaloo) for pre-school age children, which has yet another cafe attached to it. 

Both myself and Christine have lived in the area for many years now (Christine was born here), and neither of us realised just what a gem we have on our doorstep.  We will definitely be going back for another visit, and would recommend others give it the once over too!

It was decided at a recent Executive Meeting that our Club will forge a close link with Paces, and they will be our main recipient of charitable donations made in the future.  We hope this decision will be of benefit to both organisations; and will keep you informed of any further developments. 

 Jane MacDonald

Social/Fund Raising Co-ordinator

The Club are looking for additional sponsors for the 2010/2011 season.
If you know of anyone who may be interested  please contact our coordinator Kevin Palmer who will be able to provide all the information and costs

December is the month where all teams will be having some kind of individual "party" for players.  We would love to hear about these events, and will publish letters/comments in a future Newsletter for all to read.

Scary thing is, we now hit 2010 - who'd have thought it would have crept up on us this quickly!!

25TH JANUARY is the date set for our next Social Meeting to be held at the BLACK BULL, CHURCH STREET, ECCLESFIELD, 7.30 p.m. start - no events have been planned for January, we thought it better to let everyone digest their Christmas goodies before we embark on more Social activities.

FEBRUARY 15TH (MONDAY) 2010 - the Social event for this month is to be an "all-night" bowling session at the Rotherham Superbowl.  This evening commences at 7.30 and goes through until 10.30 p.m.  As well as being a fun filled night, we also hope to raise money for the Club, so the prices will be £10.00 per adult and £5.00 per child/player (up to and including 16 years old), obviously shoe hire is included in this price.  We have exclusive use of the upstairs venue which has 16 lanes up for grabs.  Please see your Social Reps to book a lane (minimum of 4 people per lane, which must include 2 adults; to a maximum of 8 per lane)  All monies to be paid by the Social Meeting on 25th January.

FEBRUARY 2010 DATE T.B.A. - Another Race Night will be arranged for half term (Thursday, 18th) o that we can book this for you

MARCH 6TH (SATURDAY) 2010 - This is the Club's Silver Jubilee year, and we have booked a night at Pickwicks, High Green for all interested parties.  This is to include a Pie & Pea Supper and Disco; and will give Club members both old and new a chance to meet, chat, drink, eat and generally have a good time!  Come and join in please, and celebrate ours being the longest standing Junior Football Club in the city.  This night has been costed at £5.00 per head, and due to a limited number seating capacity, it will be run on a 'first come, first served' basis.  Tickets will be printed in the New Year, but you can pre-book with your Social Rep, or by telephoning Jane MacDonald (2460113) with payment.  This evening will be for adults only.

APRIL 2010 - We are arranging a Jubilee Party for our players.  This is yet to be finalised; but the dates under discussion are 1st or 8th.  Also during April, we will be holding our Annual Sponsored Walk, so dig out your boots and think of all those people who you can badger into sponsoring the walkers.

APRIL/MAY 2010 - Yes, it's that time of the year again, and our Presentation Nights will be arranged during this period.  Everyone will be informed as to when their child's team will be attending nearer the time. If you know anyone ‘famous’ who will come and present the awards let us know.

JUNE 2010 - Last but by no means least, we are hoping to have an "in-house" Gala/Fun Day this year, but this is currently in its infancy as far as planning goes.  If there are any parents (other than Social Reps) who have any ideas, or who would be willing to lend a hand with the organisation of this event, then PLEASE come to the Meeting in January you will be made very welcome.