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APRIL 2005

By Jamie Oxley

Welcome to another edition of MoP & Bucket which is packed full of all the news.

GERRARD LEAGUE REVIEW

2004-5

Marjons of Plymouth have had their most successful season to date after securing promotion to the national league, the fourth team winning at ease South Western District One, 5^th XI finishing runners up in Western District two and the third team finishing third in south west one. Well done to all the captains, players and loyal supporters.

PAMs Promotion

Well done to Plymouth & Marjons Women’s HC 1^st XI  on securing promotion to the West Women’s Premier Division and their 2^nd team on promotion as Champions to the South Division.

Remaining Matches & Training

U15 Training Thursday 7^th & 14^th April 6pm start

There will also be a training game on Thursday 14^th from 7-8pm between the U15 A squad and PAMs U18s.

U15 Devon Cup – 2 teams will be playing on Sunday 17^th April at Exeter University Start time TBC

Devon Cup Final: Sunday 24^th April versus Exeter University at Exeter Uni, 3.15 start.

Devon Plate Final: MoP A v MoPs B will take place at 2pm on Saturday 23^rd of April @Marjons.

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EGM – Membership say Yes

The membership agreed for the club to enter the national league after securing promotion. Thank you to Nick Clooke and Clive O’Sullivan for their presentation to the EGM which was well attended by members across the whole club.

What next – well a group from the committee and interested members have been working hard behind the scenes to develop a clear business plan to develop the club to ensure it can sustain playing in the national league next season and further season ahead.

What’s needed – the club believes entering the national league is a whole club adventure which needs the support of everyone both on and of the pitch. The club is adamant that such an adventure should not create a two tier club where the 1st XI become the takers and the rest of the club are the financial givers.

Belief in Youth Development – the club believes it can develop a fine youth section to ensure young players have the opportunity to develop their skills and progress to the highest level. The club aim to develop strong links with schools and supporting the fine work of the Plymouth Hockey Development Group

Sponsorship Partnerships

To develop a 1^st XI and whole club development programme to sustain the clubs position in the national league the cost will be in the region of £15,000. Do you know of any businesses or ways to raise money.

If you have some contacts within business or would be willing to help the club raise some money then please let either Jamie Oxley (Secretary) or Tony Falconer(Chairman) know.

Fundraising – the club will be developing a programme to raise money through out the season. Colin Wood has agreed to assist the club undertake this major development area. If you are willing to help or have some bright ideas then contact Colin. CWood100@aol.com or call 07813160976

Annual Prize Draw

All members should have been given some draw tickets to sell for this years prize draw. It is an expectation to sell your tickets to help raise money for the club. Please ensure that you return your tickets to the club by the AGM with the correct money. Every ticket sold or unsold has to be accounted for under the Lotteries & Amusements Act so please do not lose your tickets.

Annual Club Dinner Dance & Awards 2005

Saturday 23^rd April £18

This years event is taking place on Saturday April 23^rd at Plymouth Albion. Organised by Plymouth & Marjons HC this annual event is open to all members, family and friends. Tickets are priced £18. Please see you team captain or contact Becky Hart – 01752 211077 for more details. Alternatively visit the club web site for details.

Club Awards – Please find attached to this news letter a copy of the annual awards voting form. To help matters please complete and return to Jamie Oxley by April 15^th at the very latest.

Youth Awards – This years U15 club awards will be presented at a presentation on Friday 22^nd April. All the players who train together in the U15 squad are invited to play Ten Pin Bowling at 6pm on Friday 22^nd. After the squad have played we will go back to the OPM Suite – Plymouth College for 7.30 to present the awards. Please can you let Mary Wilson know if you wish to go bowling – 01548 830280

AGM 21^st April – 7pm Marjons

Please make every effort to attend. The main issues which will be addressed are – Money, Club Future Plans, National League, Merger, Election of Officers/Captains.

Interested in getting more involved in the running of the club, becoming a captain, junior volunteer etc, want to know how you can help then contact Jamie Oxley – jamieoxo@hotmail.com

A full agenda will be available on the club web site.

Proposed change of club Name – It is the intention of the committee to propose to the membership for the club name to be changed to:

Plymouth Marjon HC

Would you consider any of the following positions for next season? A more detailed description of each of all the club positions can be found on the club web site.

1^st National League Team Manager (does not have to know much about hockey)

Club Secretary – Meeting minutes, general admin

Club Membership Secretary – Administer club affiliation collection/club data base.