Referee Appointments Secretary – York Sunday Morning League
Ian Parker has announced his intention to step down from the role of Referee Appointments and Fixtures Secretary, for the York Sunday Morning League, with effect from May 2015.
A replacement is being sought, to commence from June 2015, with a full handover provided before then.
If you would like further information or to put yourself forward, please contact Ian – skeltonref@tiscali.co.uk.
Tony Kennedy – Funeral Arrangements
We were sad to hear of the passing of York RA stalwart, Tony Kennedy, earlier this week.
He passed away peacefully, having deteriorated recently following his stroke 3 years ago.
Tony was York RA Chairman 1997-2000. He was awarded his RA 50 year membership in 2008 and the York RA Chairman’s Award in 2010. He was a stalwart member of the RA and a supporter of referees, having assessed in the local Supply League for a number of years before his stroke.
Tony’s cremation service will be held at Woodlands crematorium in Scunthorpe on Thursday 23rd October at 10.40am. This will be followed by some light refreshments at the Ingram Arms public house in Laughton village (about 15 minutes drive from the crematorium). If anyone would like to attend, please let the family know by email (cathykennedy64@btinternet.com
Minutes from the 2 October 2014 Meeting
Minutes of meeting held on 2nd October 2014 at
NHS Sports and Social Club
With 20 members and guests present.
Apologies were received from Mssrs Smith; P& J Ballantyne; Reed; Butcher; Shiers; Sutton.
Minutes of last meeting were read and accepted
Matters arising: D King mentioned content of the Saturday of conference for younger members.
Correspondence: from RA regarding Janie Frampton’s organisation was read.
Membership: slowly rising, 66, with 2 new members from refs course in attendance.
Social Events: details of Pig Racing on 1st Nov and Dinner 11th April was given.
Problem Corner: discussion regarding penalty shoot out after the taking of the first 22.
Andy McMillan, ex York City full back, then gave a very informative talk regarding the background workings of the Academy, covering funding, costs, auditing, home and abroad systems. He finished with a quick resume of his career, new stadium and 3 G pitches.
A.o.B Brandon Bishop asked all to consider e mail sent out regarding seeking officials for Ladies and University matches .
Next Meeting
Thursday 2 October 2014
Remember the next meeting is at our usual venue (York Hospital Social Club).
We start at 7.30pm (until 9.30pm approx.)
Guest speaker is Andy McMillan, ex-York City FC (492 appearances) and current Academy Manager.
Come and join your fellow colleagues in an informal setting. You will be most welcome.
[Also we have a fun Pig Racing evening on 1 November 2014 – why not come along and partake – £5 including supper]
All current and new refs are most welcome. New refs are entitled to free membership for the first season (only the insurance to pay – free if you attend at least 4 meetings) – an offer not to be missed.
If you have never attended a meeting come a try it out; it is a great learning environment.