NWUnited Meeting Notes–May 26, 2009
June 1st, 2009
Communication/Ombudsman
- Please contact NWUnited Communications if you notice errors anywhere in the website.
- See note on the website concerning team websites.
- Discussion of an “All United” night, such as ice cream social, bbq or strawberry short cake feed. Perhaps one evening of the Firecracker. If interested contact Bob Raymond.
- Coaching standard, behavior and expectations were all discussed. These have been signed by all NW United coaches. Parents with concerns or questions contact Bob Raymond.
Treasurer
- Approx. $9,000 currently in account. Treasurers’ meeting scheduled for 5/27 at 6:30 at Round Table Pizza. Duane will be going over how teams should structure player payments.
- ALL United fees are due by the end of Sept. All teams should try to collect at least $100 at first team meeting. We need to settle how to handle delinquent payments from families. Skagit State Bank is the Club bank. They have the appropriate information for team accounts.
Tryout
- Over 390 kids tried out. An increase from last year. This number does not include all players who tried out at the BU15-17 sessions. Some age groups need some attention to bring in more players and ensure future teams. Tryout committees is invited to share more with the board at the next board meeting to help guide needs for next year’s tryouts. Discussion of having a booth at the pre tryout clinics to provide information to parents. Increase in players who tried out from the Anacortes/Oak Harbor areas.
Contracts
- NW United logo needs to be added to the PSSA registration forms. Monico will contact Todd. Goalie trainings are being negotiated with Christian Warman. Bob will talk to some others who may be interested in filling in when Christian is not available. The goal would be to have about 2 goalie training available per month per team. $5000 has been budgeted fro this. Motion was passed to keep the $5000 as the amount available.
Scholarships
- 2 applications have already been received; they are due by 6/8. This is a soft date.
- Only treasurers and committee will have access to information regarding scholarships. The starting amount is $175; more can be given based on need.
Coaches Committee
- Jame Witzel reported that all coaches attended the coaches meeting. We have 26 teams this year.
Tournament Committee
- There will be a recreational tournament held at the same time as our Labor Day Kick. It will be held at the South end of SRP. More information to come.
SkVYSA Information
- Chuck Lamay said that some teams went to the Lakewood area teams. There is discussion right now in SKVYSA about whether these teams should be allowed to practice in Stanwood. Grandfathered teams are ok to practice there.
- An administrative assistant was hired and that expense will be reflected in next year’s fees. Expect a 5 to 10 dollar player increase.
- Some discussiong of the possibility of Districts 1 and 2 combining in order to have more teams available to play against in the regular season games. More competition. Neutral playing sites may need to be established.
Us Club Soccer
- Individual trams can register. There are additional expenses but this provides another tournament available to teams who register. Monico will get more information.
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