NORTHBROOK ATHLETIC CLUB COMMITTEE MEETING

held on 16th March 2009 at Bob Adams' residence

  1. Present: B.Adams (Chairman), M.Baker (Secretary), A.Critchley (Ladies Captain), B.Awcock (President), A.Fodor (Social Secretary), T.French (Members Sec), A.Houston (Running Advisor), J.Hosie (Mens Captain).
  2. Apologies – P.Stead (Treasurer).
  3. Matters From Last Meeting – Roger Ladbury will be invited to the next meeting to discuss the website.
  4. Treasurers Report – Only 81 subscriptions have been paid. Reminder emails will be sent out. Non-payers will be removed from our list. The constitution must be updated regarding non-payers.
  5. Ladies Captain's Report – The ladies won the Warks Road Race League in 2008. Becky Smith ran in National and Midland league XC. Next events are the Mick & Phil Half Marathon, Rome Marathon, Midland Relays and Hilly 100.
  6. Mens Captains Report - The men won the Warks Road Race League in 2008. Nathan Holmes won the overall individual prize. The men finished 7th in the Birmingham XC league after Coundon Park. Thanks to Tony French for organising an excellent event. Also thanks to everyone who helped marshalling or providing refreshments (£60 was raised). Congratulations to Mark Baker winning the silver medal at the Welsh Ultradistance Champs and being selected for the Anglo Celtic Plate 100Km race in Galway. There have been many PB’s and improved performances from members recently, especially in the XC and 20 mile races.
  7. Social Secretary Report – The Holyhead social night was very good. A quiz is planned for Jaguar on 27/3/2009. Andy Houston recommended Akbars for a post marathon meal.
  8. 10 Km Race – This is on 31/5/2009. Entry forms are available on the website. Posters are available. A publicity photo shoot was organised. We have several sponsors for the race. Marie Curie asked for 25 free places in return for publicising the race. The childrens fun run is also taking place. 35 marshals are required on the day.
  9. Any Other Business–
    1. Runner of Month – Feb 2009: Craig McNaney (Bramley 20 mile PB).
    2. Track & Field Night – This is on Wednesday 17/6/2009 at 6.30pm to 9.30pm.
    3. Youth Hostel trip – Jerry Trill is organising Dimmingsdale for August Bank Holiday.
    4. Birmingham League – we will write to Birmingham XC league saying that we will not organise a fixture next season if there are enough other clubs interested in hosting a race.
    5. Round Norfolk Relay – Northbrook are 6th reserve team as entries are full.
    6. Batavarien Race – This begins on 25/4/2009, and a few places are left.
    7. Training Night – A Summer structure is needed for different levels if they wish to continue reps. Andy Houston can offer advice to training groups or individuals if he is asked.
    8. London Marathon Supporters – a coach is booked for travel to London.
    9. Warks Road Race League AGM – This is at Coventry Godiva on 30/3/2009.
    10. Awards – It was suggested that an award is presented to a member of the club. To be discussed.
    11. Membership Cards – These are required.
  10. Next Meeting – provisionally Tuesday 28/4/2009 at Bob Adams

Minutes prepared by Mark Baker