Committe Minutes
Barry Wanderers Cricket Club
Committee Meeting 25th May 2010
- Attendance
Colin Rowlands Chairman
Nic Lanagan Secretary
Ed Sherriff Treasurer
James Hassett Club Captain
Gareth Lanagan IT/Sponsorship
Jamie Keir Capt 1st XI (arrived during item 11)
Chris Barnes Capt 2nd XI (arrived during item 4)
- Apologies
Andy Fenton
Steve Norman
Andy Furnham
Evan Davies
- Minutes of last meeting
Were accepted as a true record
- Matters arising
Vehicle Insurance claim – The Secretary reported the cheque had now been paid. Mr and Mrs James had been given a fixture card so they could move their vehicle if appropriate
Age limits – In the absence of the Welfare Officer the Secretary reported that there had been considerable correspondence from the ECB and League on this issue. He outlined the content of ECB Guideline 21, which was accepted, and it was agreed that the Secretary should draft a parental permission form in respect of players Under 13.
ACTION Secretary to draft Parental permission Form
Finance Plan 2010 – This item formed part of the Treasurers report
40th Dinner – The Chairman reported this has been confirmed for the 20th November at the SWALEC Stadium
Mobile Nets – In the absence of Evan Davies the Chairman reported that the work was in hand. Matt Burgin had kindly agreed to repair the damaged components
Keyholder list – Gareth Lanagan reported this had been completed. This was circulated and agreed. There was however a requirement to hold supplies of sawdust in the Pavilion
Tools – The Secretary reported that this remained work in progress
Outfield – The Secretary reported that this remained work in progress
Coaching – Gareth Lanagan reported he was to speak to Adrian Shaw in the next seven days
- Correspondence
Sports HQ 28.4.10 – Offer on kit – noted
Brent Mundy 29.4.10 – League results Officer details for coming season previously circulated to Committee and Captains
Key Cricket 30.4.10 – Advert for balls – noted
Lion Laboratories 30.4.10 – Cheque for £100 – noted with thanks and letter sent
VML 3.5.10 – Update League rules reminder re discipline and cancelled games procedure. Previously circulated Committee and Captains
WCVA 12.5.10 – Survey of impact of recession on voluntary bodies. Completed and returned by Secretary
Rapid Tools Direct 12.5.10 – Advert for purchase of tools on line – noted
WCCC 13.5.10 – Position re Championship play off game. Previously circulated to Committee and Captains
WCCC 14.5.10 – Guidelines re young people in adult games. Previously circulated to Committee and Youth Committee (Duplicate message circulated on 22.5.10)
Karen Davies Vale of Glamorgan 17.5.10 – Invite to take part in the Vale wide summer activity programme. It was agreed that the Club would participate with two afternoon taster session on the first and third Friday of August between 14.00 and 16.00, the Club would also advertise the Friday evening Youth sessions
ACTION: Secretary to forward details to Vale of Glamorgan
- Welfare Officer
In the absence of the Welfare Officer Gareth Lanagan informed the meeting that in the event of any difficulties with CRB/ISA issues people could contact the League Welfare Officer Brain Crockett
- Sponsorship
After a slow start matters were progressing favourably. Dock View Autos had sponsored five balls and the President had also raised a £100 through ball sponsorship. David Lush Butchers in Penarth had provided a further £200 and Gareth hoped that the new web site would be operational shortly. GL also stated his gratitude to Mike Ashton for his hard work in obtaining five match balls from friends and family.
- Entertainment
In the absence of Evan Davies Gareth Lanagan outlined the forthcoming events of a skittles night, whisky tasting and curry evening. Details would be circulated as soon as arrangements were finalised.
- Youth Section
A copy of the most recent Youth Committee minutes had been circulated and were noted)
The Club Captain reported the Under 11s had suffered two defeats but remained positive. The Club Captain was carrying the flag on his own as far as Gladstone School was concerned but the Secretary hoped he would be able to assist after half term.
Marie Jeffs was a welcome addition to the coaching staff on a Friday evening. Finally, the youngsters would be leading the Glamorgan players onto the field against the Hampshire Hawks on the 8th of June. Players and coaches were invited to attend.
- Facilities Issues
No issues
- 40th Anniversary
Gareth Lanagan stated he was preparing a DVD for the dinner and had received a video of the first Wanderers game at Hayes Point against Hill’s Plymouth.
The President had also sent a flyer to a significant number of former players and an e mail would also be sent to selected local Clubs
The trip to Barbados was progressing and final payments need to be with Gareth by 26th June – without fail
- Annual Fees –Captains Students
The Club Captain suggested that Captains should not be charged an annual subscription fee to compensate them for expenses incurred.
It was felt that this might reward the less diligent Captain and penalise the more diligent one.
It was agreed Captains should be recompensed on a costs incurred basis
Gareth Lanagan asked for clarity on the definition of a “student”
It was agreed that student was an individual in full or part time education without any paid employment. It did not include a person in paid employment who was undertaking a course as part of their development in that employment
- Selection Policy
In the absence of Andy Fenton the Secretary read an e mail outlining the concerns regarding the potential retirement of the President from competitive cricket following his non-selection for a recent game.
There followed a lengthy and at time heated and forthright discussion encompassing other matters of potential disquiet amongst the members regarding Captains and members of the Committee.
It was agreed that the Captains and Committee members had acted in accordance with the Club Constitution and without malice or favouritism.
All the members of the Committee and the Selection Committee held their positions as a result of a democratic process. If the members were dissatisfied with any individuals concerned an EGM could be called to replace any or all of them.
- Any other business
The Chairman suggested that later in the year options to level the playing area be explored. This was agreed
The Club Captain had received a request from a charity group resident at Hayes Point to use the Pavilion on a vacant Sunday afternoon. This was agreed subject to conditions
Gareth Lanagan reminded players of the need to wear uniform kit and show support to our sponsors
Secretary asked that Captains be reminded of the need to supervise parking within the site. This had recently presented a minor problem at a VML game
- Date of Next Meeting
Thursday 1st July 19.00 Courtland Meeting Room Hayes Point
