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Committee Meeting Minutes - 5/10/2010 - 8pm at Bob Carter

7/10/2010

Attending :
John Bishop, Sarah Grout, Tim Stevens, Graeme Davies, Ross Welch, Liz Johnson, Michaela Yates,
Paul Stubbs, Steve O'Leary, Kevin Bassham, Sharon Coupland, Jamie Smith, Richard Bradley,
Danny Muskett, Danny Hawkins, Ray Powles, Ray Watling, Steve Kirk, Dave Canham, Dave Gibbons,
Gary Cooper

Apologies :
Kevin Robinson, Michael Waterson

Not represented :
Under 13's B, 14's A, 14's girls

1. Previous minutes accepted

2. Chairmans Report

John discussed various issues that have arisen since the club AGM. Main points related to
numerous complaints received from one or two age groups, in particular the Ladies adult teams,
relating to the perceived high cost of fees within the club.

John had considered leaving the Chair post in the last few months as a result of all the issues,
and proceeded to run through the various things he has delivered for the club. All accepted John
has been a stalwart of the club over recent years and appreciated what he has delivered, these
including:

Fancy Dress fundraising, Quiz Nights, FA Grants for goals, Compound completion over Hinks.
Improved relationship with TPC, Hinks resurfacing etc.

Tim handed out a 2010/11 costs projection which highlights the fine line between surplus and potential
deficit each year. We are currently running at approx £1,179 surplus this year, albeit this is likely to
reduce once additional unforseen costs are factored in. Those present for the Ladies side accepted the
points made and accepted the £75 season fee appeared reasonable. In future we need to consider
moving Ladies teams over to a more self sufficient process as per the other adult sides.

Overall John was happy with the clubs progress. Hinks Marking planned for Thursday 7th Oct, all
age groups should be represented who will be playing over there.

Thanks to Tim for the new website, the club incurring a small charge to cover set up costs, however well worth it.

3. Secretarys Report

Minimal to discuss with a few fines received and forwarded to relevant teams for payment.
Thanks to Ray Watling who has agreed to help John and Tim out with the Secretarys role for 2010/11
season.

4. Treasurer

Numerous registrations were forwarded to Sarah on the night. All now appears to be in with the
exception of a few Ladies subs. Ross confirmed these will follow shortly.

5. Web/Press
Good feedback for the website. Tim encouraged everyone to sign up for the clubs facebook page via
our website. This is a useful way of reminding everyone of upcoming events, therefore we want as
many players/parents etc on board.
All teams also asked to check their team pages for photos, reports, training venues etc - Inform Tim
if updates needed.

6. Coaching Dev
Graeme Davies detailed a successful meeting he had just had with Craig Terrington, County FA FDO
with regards future development of players and coaches within TFC. There are various initiatives
that County FA can assist us with including :
FA Skills Team involvement, County FA Rep attending a committee meeting, Club/age specific training,
Club specific sports injuries course, Tactics session, Goalkeepers course and free level 2/3 options.
Graeme will keep us all updated with developments in this field.

Teams:
Under 6's - 6 year 1's and 6 years 2's on board. Paul really pleased with progress with everyone
enjoying the sessions. Parents now starting to get involved which is good. Issue over insurance
discussed. Post meeting insurance has been sorted for £22 per season for u5's and u6's.

Under 7's - Steve O'Leary now has 14 players on board. They have some friendlies coming up
which all the players are looking forward to. Again all enjoying it which is important at this age.

Under 8's - Kev Bassham/Richard Bradley now have 21 players signed up, all paid in on time.
Two teams in NYFC and NENYL. Richard and Danny now on board to manage the B team with
Richard recently passing his FA level 1 course. Excellent report received recently from Craig
Terrington, County FA FDO, following a match inspection.

Under 9's - Steve Kirk now Director of Football !, handed over to Dave Canham to talk about the team.
15 boys playing. Top of their respective league. The team have been invited by Norwich City to play
at Colney. Training going well at Anglian Windows.

Under 10's - Graeme has 12 players on board. He is really pleased with their progress. They have
some new players on board and most importantly the team are playing good football.

Under 11'sa - Jamie happy with progress. Now have 13 players. Disappointed with recent defeat to
Dereham, but the team have bounced back against Attleborough at the weekend with a win. P4, W3.

Under 11s'b - Tim pleased with 2 wins from 3. Felthorpe much better than Tav Jnr School. 12 boys
on board which is an ideal number for 9 a side this season.

Under 12's - Paul Stubbs has 12 players, started the season well. Still have subs to come in for a
few players.

Under 13'sa - P4 W4, top of the league. Recently beaten two good sides. Invited to Colney academy
and lost 5-4, however this a fantastic result considering the quality of the opponents.

Under 13'sb - Top of their league. Not represented at the meeting.

Under 14'sa - Not represented at the meeting.

Under 14'sb - Ray really pleased with the start to the season. Top of the league with 14 players
signed on.

Under 15's - Dave Gibbons side now joint top after a great start. Upcoming invitations to Histon
Academy, Colchester and Colney.

Ladies - Played top 3 therefore difficult games. However players remaining positive and happy with
progress. Good feedback from other other teams which is alway good to hear.

Ladies 7's - Played 3 W1. Keen to take up offer of goalkeeping coaching offer from Dave Gibbons.
Training issues discussed post meeting - see AOB below.

Adults Sat - Top of their league P3 W3. Bye into 2nd round of cup. New G/K and Striker who are
settling in well.

Adults Sun - Ray Watling pleased with 4 games so far having W2 and D2.

Veterans - Johns side have played in several friendlies and have played well. Mid table in league with
along way to go.

Any Other Business:

All encouraged to attend one of Dave Gibbons upcoming goalkeeper sessions. Interest shown by
several teams on the night.

CRB's needed for Danny Muskett and Mike Ridout - Action - Kevin Robinson

Ladies training discussed post meeting. Agreed for Ross to look into costs for alternative training
facilities for the ladies and report back to Tim with findings. Club will help out if possible (cost
permitting) with Felthorpe proving tricky due to space required. Action - Ross Welch

Ross Welch mentioned his sponsor Happy Snaps could provide TFC branded accessories, such as
mouse mats, mugs, pictures for team squads etc. They are keen to discount these and provide
the club with some kickback financially. Speak to Ross if interested in this. Flyer handed round.

Meeting concluded 2130.
Date of next meeting - tbc