'Born' some twenty years ago we have a rich and varied history. Volleyball is very important to us but in equal measure we a very friendly club with social events and communal outings every so often.


The Committee

The AGM 2011 took place on Friday 6th May at Mark's house, and we now have a new and enthusiastic committee, bristling with ideas and plans for the upcoming season:

Linlithgow Hornets Volleyball Club

Minutes of Annual General Meeting

Held on Friday 6 May 2011, 8pm-11pm at Mark’s house

 

Present: Mark, Shirley, Naz, Jean, Russ, Evelyn, Pascal

Apologies: Keith, Mel

 

The agenda prepared by Chairwoman Evelyn was duly circulated at the start of the meeting.

 

Chairman Mark welcomed everybody and offered refreshments (thanks Mark).

 

1) Chairman’s report.

This year the club has recovered from the “trauma” of last year and has been pleased to see some historic figures coming back and enjoying their volleyball. The year has been good, with approximately 27 different players attending.

 

It is recognised that the club has not developed according to the “5 year vision” and that what was planned last year has not really been implemented due to a number of factors such as people leaving and the district league reorganisation. There is also no more junior group.

 

However we have also welcomed some enthusiastic newcomers including a few juniors, which is very positive.

 

2) Treasurer’s report

Russ (helped by Mark) has done some fantastic work to put the club’s finances in order after the difficulties of last year. Full details for the year 2010-11 are attached and the summary is as follows:

• Current balance £1,101.95  
• Cashflow has been positive every month
• Costs include letting of the hall (£36 per week as we officially rent only half of the hall), payment to the District league and support to Jean’s coaching course
• Incomes include members’ payments (£5/session or £18/month by direct debit) and £190 profit made by organising the January district league tournament

 

After some debate, it was agreed to purchase 2 new match balls and velcros for aerial on the net and to maintain existing fees.  We will also look at purchasing ball holder(s) subject to cost and approval of committee. We recognise the risk that the cost of letting the hall may increase next year and it is important we maintain a positive cashflow.

All thanked Russ and Mark for keeping the accounts in good health.

 

3) Social secretary’s report

Jean honestly recognised that she could not remember the main social event of the year due to an advance state of drunkenness at that said Christmas bash.

Other planned events such as BBQ, Portobello weekend, poker night did not happen due to lack of interest. However Perth’s tournament is coming soon (28-29 May) and all those interested should make contact with Jean asap.

Some options for this coming year were discussed: family BBQ in the summer (at Beecraig? Gullane? Portobello?); Go Ape at Beecraig. To be confirmed if there is sufficient interest.4) Wednesday volleyball

Format

We had some long debate whether we wanted to change the current training/playing format on Wednesdays. Finally it was agreed to maintain the same format:

• Start at 7.00 for warm-up, then
• Coaching/drills to 8.15
• Play: 8.15 to 9.45
• Option to arrive at 8.00 for warm-up and play

 

Coaching

Current volunteers able to coach include: Shirley, Russ, Jean, Naz, Keith, Alex. Possibly Mel.

 

Russ will circulate the coaching rota to the above volunteers.

 

5) Election of new committee

All the following candidates have been unanimously elected:

 - Chairperson: Evelyn

 - Treasurer: Russ

 - Secretary: Mark

 - Social Secretary: Jean, assisted by Mel

 - Head coach: Shirley, assisted by Mel

 - Representative of French and recreational volleyball members: Pascal

 

6) Forthcoming competitions

Jean will review what’s happening with the District League next year

 

Russ and Mark will update the website to include forthcoming events. These include:

 - Perth – 28-29 May

 - Portobello beach volleyball 11-12 June

 - Beach volleyball in summer (Tynemouth, Troon, St Andrews, Portobello)

 - Edinburgh District league from end of September

 

Note that Wednesday’ sessions will continue in the hall during the summer.

 

7) AOB

New strips in black & white with numbers and logo (to match existing ones but without advertising) are planned (action: Russ).

It was noted that we are not affiliated to SVA and are not insured (as it is not really required for the format we play).

There are refereeing and coaching courses available if people are interested. The club can support financially those interested, subject to prior approval of the committee and cashflow position of the club.

Mark and Russ will continue to update the website.