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June 2008

 

Otley Carnival

This is on Saturday June 21st,and we will be having our usual fund raising tombola.Steve Boulton is co-ordinating,but help in getting prizes and on the day would be appreciated.

Start of Training for next season

I know we have only just completed the season,but in order to continue the clubs progress,we have to be on the ball,and well prepared,so the date for your diary is Tuesday June 17th.That said ,anyone wishing to use the facilities for a “kick around”,or just call in for a pint during the break will be most welcome.

Sponsorship

We can now confirm our three year deal with Herbalife (sponsors of David Beckhams L.A Galaxy),for £5000 a year,the first £5000 having been paid.As we continue to progress as a club,this first instalment will be used to purchase dugouts for the main pitch.The official presentation of the cheque will take place before the presentation evening on the 6th at around 6-30 p.m.

The Seasons successes

1st team consolidated their position in the West Yorkshire league premier division,County Cup quarter finalists.

 Veterans runners up in the York Corinthians league.

Under 14 girls runners up in the West riding girls league shield.

Under 11 boys winners of the Keybury youth league.      Congratulations to all concerned,and thanks to all our teams and managers for their part in another enjoyable season of football at our club.

Website

Steve Winterburn has now got our new website up and running (www.poolafc.net).  Have a look and you will see that it is better than ever,however if you have any thoughts of ways to improve it further,Steve would be happy to here from you.

2008/2009 Season

We intend to continue with the same teams as last season at all levels with the juniors /girls natural age progression,however,help is always needed to run these teams,I am sure Paul and Sharon Woodham,or Steve Winterburn and Kirk Longson would like to here from any volunteers.

An addition to the club for the coming season is an under 17 academy team,which we have entered into the Harrogate and district junior league.We see this as a vital move to take the club forward,and ultimately give support to our flagship1st team,and 2nd team.

Finally if we are to continue with our “A” team we urgently need someone to manage them.We thank Steve Murphy for his many years doing a sterling job,but Steve gave us half a seasons notice that it would be his last,however nobody has stepped into the breach yet,and we have to confirm our position in the Harrogate league within the next four weeks,so will someboby please save the “A” team.

May 2008

 

Presentation Night

 

Friday June 6th 7-30 in the PSSC bar lounge,including race night,disco,and pie and peas,only £5 a head

 

Annual General Meeting

 

Tuesday June 10th,7-30 Prompt at the club,please make every effort to attend and have your say about your club.

 

Pool Feast

 

Please support this exellent family aftermoon on Sunday June 8th  ,we intend putting on a football related activity,help and ideas please.

 

Otley Carnival

 

This is on Saturday June 21st,and we will be having our usual fund raising tombola.Steve Boulton is co-ordinating,but help in getting prizes and on the day would be appreciated.

 

Start of Training for next season

 

I know we have only just completed the season,but in order to continue the clubs progress,we have to be on the ball,and well prepared,so the date for your diary is Tuesday June 17th.That said ,anyone wishing to use the facilities for a “kick around”,or just call in for a pint during the break will be most welcome.

 

Sponsorship

 

We can now confirm our three year deal with Herbalife (sponsors of David Beckhams L.A Galaxy),for £5000 a year,the first £5000 having been paid.As we continue to progress as a club,this first instalment will be used to purchase dugouts for the main pitch.The official presentation of the cheque will take place before the presentation evening on the 6th at around 6-30 p.m.

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April 2008

 

Presentation night

 

This will be held on Friday June 6th starting around 7-00 to 7-30, the exact format for the evening is still to be finalised, however,a format like last year with a combination of a “mini”race night and disco along with the club presentations seems a popular option .The cost will be £5 to include a pie and pea supper. Please give us your views of what you would like, to help us to arrange an evening which appeals to as many members as possible.(Remember it is a mixed evening with wives and girlfriends very welcome )

Would players currently holding annual trophies please return them to Peter Wilkinson as soon as possible,thank you.

 

West Riding girls shield Final

 

Congratulations to our under 14 girls for reaching the final of this competition.The final against Lepton Highlanders will be played at Ossett Town on Sunday May 4th .A coach will be travelling to the match,so please support them if you can.Full details available from Paul and Sharon Woodham.

 

Saturday Yankee

 

This annual fund raiser designed to cover our annual grounds maintenance costs is still receiving disappointing support.Remember,if players feel that they already pay enough to play,all we ask is that you “sell”one or more numbers to friends,family,work collegues,or anyone else i.e.bring money in from, outside the club.Please come on board,full details available from Peter Wilkinson.Thanks to members currently taking part.

 

Harrogate and District League Cup Final

 

The intermediate cup final (1st division) will be played on our ground on Tuesday April 22nd K.O.6-30

 

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February 2008

 

Quiz Night 

We are holding our annual fund raising Quiz on a Saturday this year.Previous quizzes have been poorly supported by players for various reasons,so we are trying an experiment by starting the quiz at 6-00 p.m.as a natural follow on from the matches.Hopefully you will invite your family to join you and make the evening a success.There will be a variety of general knowledge and fun questions with good prizes for the winning teams (teams of maximum 6).Your feedback on this idea would be appreciated before we confirm the date,thanks.

 

Saturday yankee Fund Raiser

 

As mentioned in earlier newsletters,this joint effort with the cricket club is seen by both clubs as the key fundraiser to cover the ever increasing costs of ground maintenance ( our annual costs are in excess of £2000 ).It has been slow to take off so far,so having got Christmas out of the way we are renewing our efforts.

The ideal way to join is to complete a standing order mandate for £4-33 a month,however we would obviously accept £52 for a years membership.Details of the “yankee”,along with a standing order mandate can be obtained from Peter Wilkinson,or Andy Graham.To join or for more information please see your team manager,Andy or Peter.The jackpot currently stands at £3000,with a reserve jackpot of £1500

 

County cup quarter final

 

The 1st team have reached this stage of the county cup for the first time in our history,they travel to Meltham Athletic (somewere between Huddersfield and Oldham ) on Saturday February 2nd for a 1-00 p.m. kick off,please give us your support if you can.

 

The under 14 girls have also reached the quarter final of West Riding Shield competition,details available from Paul or Sharon Woodham.

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January 2008

 

 

Christmas Raffle

 

The Christmas raffle made a profit of £423.Thanks to our friends and members who sold and bought tickets,and those who donated prizes.A particular thank you to Weidmann Whiteley Ltd.,Wyko (Olympic Chevin),and Post Vintage,who between them donated £90 towards prizes.Also,The WharfedaleArthington and The White Hart,Pool,both donating meal vouchers.Other contributers included Pool post office.Their continued support of our club is priceless.