EAST CORNWALL
AND WEST DEVON ATHLETICS FORUM
MINUTES OF
MEETING HELD ON 13
JUNE 2005
Present: N
Rowe (Chair); P Ross(Secretary); J Crockford (Treasurer); C Ede (DML);
S Payne/J McGhee/R Warne/P Tabenor (PH); M Elliott/F Jenkins/B Aloof/(IS);
K&G Reed (EVH); C Carpenter/K Rogers/M Erith (PAC); A Erith/P Parritt
(ECH); D Dane (Plstk RR); L Chatfield (Active Devon); B Phillips (TT); F Elford
Apologies: C McGhee; C Bunting; G French; S Rose; J Elliott
Brickfields: Contractors on site. C Carpenter reported that according to
recent press report Albion wish to build a new stone stand between their ground
and the track and asked what impact this will have on long jump area. Meeting
being arranged between PAC and Steve Snookes to discuss this and the resiting of
a clubhouse alongside the track.
Nigel stated that he had received no feedback on
winter use of track and emphasised that we now need to put some days in the
diary with PCC or football could get a foothold on days we would like. Albion
are also showing an interest in using the centre of the track but requests are
currently being refused. P Harriers would like Tuesdays at 1930 with interest
from approx 20 members but expect that number to grow. COPAC plan to use but
not yet decided but probably Tuesday and Thursday, Saturday mornings 10-12 to
continue. Agreed to hold a 3K series similar to Exeter’s series with 3 races
one in November, February and March on a Wednesday evening. Concern over
facilities to support in adverse weather.
Last Wednesday 1 person showed up but there was
confusion over who was going to be at the track.
Composite Club: Keith reported that the
second fixture was much better supported than the first and Armada Forum won
the competition and are currently third in the League. Yesterday was the SW
League Cup and although verification is required it is believed that we won the
Division 2 Cup. Thanks to all who took part. The next fixture is at Exeter on
Sunday 3 July (our host fixture) help would be appreciated and a good turn out
by athletes would be appreciated as the previous day is the SW Schools
Championships so this might affect numbers available to compete. There appears
to be a good atmosphere and team spirit with the athletes representing Armada.
Coaching: Next meeting 20.6.05. Coaches Forum confirmed on 2.7.05 11.30 am
– 3.00 pm at Brickfields where we will discuss warm up drills, sprints, hurdles
and Steeplechase. Please encourage
coaches to come along. There will be a
small charge to those attending with Invited Coaches being covered for their
expenses.
Mike Erith added that it is key to encourage level 1
+2 coaches to attend the session on 2nd July. Plan to put schedule
on Tavistock AC web site under the Armada AF link.
Locks have been changed at Brickfields so we no
longer have access. Nigel will try to obtain a new set or get an assurance that
the Gates will be opened in good time for us to use the facilities when
booked.
Half Marathon: Many thanks to all who
supported by taking part or assisting on the day. Feedback had been very
positive. Wash up meeting to be held 15 June. Any feedback from meeting would
be welcomed.
Police and
Potential Charging: Results from Questionnaire are not yet collated.
Finance: J Crockford advised we
have £7,934.32 in the bank plus £64.10 cash. £300-00 in cheques had yet to be
cashed, 2 to St Johns and 1 to Saltram Park. 2 x Final demand invoices had been received from PCC but it has not
been made clear what the invoices are for. John will try and sort with the
Council
Following a meeting between John, Paul and Nigel as
a result of requested support at the last meeting the following was proposed:
Coaching – Committee need to understand the position
of member clubs and their existing coach structure and qualifications – despite
numerous requests this information has not been forthcoming from some clubs.
Award 50% of he cost of the course on establishing
the above. Payment to be made on the basis of 25% on agreement of request and
the 25% balance on applying for the next level of coaching qualification.
The Forum would consider requests for financial
assistance to bring into the area specific “Lead Coaches” in all disciplines as
and when the need arises.
Note – Similar financial support should be made
available to attend Officials Courses.
No “double dipping” will be supported (financial
requests on Forum and any other sources).
Armada AC – The Forum will contribute to the
establishment of Armada AC by subsidising team travel costs. There is a need,
prior to the next meeting to establish the athlete/club contribution to date
for travel. Graham has a table of breakdown of number of athletes/clubs
represented etc he will bring to next meeting.
The proposal met with no objections
Officials: K Reed happy to hold a level one course in Plymouth if there is sufficient interest. Contact Keith if interested. Level two course still in pilot stage at present.
Course measurers course confirmed. Two interested from this area.
D Dane Thanked IS for a very well organised and
enjoyable Sam Penny Scenic Challenge. Duckponds (9 July) Forms available.
C Ede Thanks for support of Forum Clubs for DML
approx 5 K event.
S Payne – Thanks to coaches Mike Erith, John
Crockford and john McGhee for their efforts at Brickfields,
K Rogers – having now attended an Armada AC track
meeting thanked the Reed Family and Allan Herdman for all the hard work put in
to make it a success.
F Jenkins – Thanks to all who attended Scenic
Challenge – both course records broken and a record entry.
K Reed – Thanks to all for support for Ivybridge 10K
– Ivybridge Relays (8 July) Forms available.
F Elford – Forms now available for Autumn Trail (25
September) and Jeremiahs Journey (13 August)
B Phillips – Thanks for support for Saltash Half
Marathon – Record Field – needs course re-measured. Magnificent 7 17 July.
C Carpenter – Letter from SEAA ref Hurdles Coach
Brian Monk advising not to entertain him if his services are offered.
Devon League Match 10 July at Brickfields – is the
track booked – Keith to ensure.
Last open meeting received good support next due
22/6.
Young Athletes Meeting – 200 entries – thanks for
assistance received. Paul R questioned value of trophies awarded given the
numbers entered. Chris stated that it was a matter of availability as the order
was left until late in the hope of finding a sponsor.
P Ross – SW Inter County Challenge – currently
proposed as Taunton Half Mara – traditionally held 2 weeks prior to London –
the meeting felt that this would have an affect on standard of teams if athletes
were preparing run London. The GWR was not thought to be a good alternative as
athletes that had run London would still be recovering. More discussion
required.
Congratulations to Colin Bunting on the standard of
the Web Site he had set up for Cornwall Athletics.
New County Road Race Report Form is now in use, new
Permit Form should be in use for events after October 1st 2005. The
New Medical Report Form is not yet in use.
Have written ref Refereeing own clubs event – reply
awaited.
Entry Forms available for Around Brent Hill
Run.
Foster Report Meeting at Holiday Inn, Taunton 24
June 7pm
Congratulations to Keith Reed on his recent award
won at the Devon Sports Awards Event.
Saltram 5K entry forms to be produced – help will be
required on the Day
Paul advised that the following un permitted events
were being held in the area in the near future: Portreeves Challenge,
Revelstoke, Bigbury Fun Run. Please discourage your club members from
supporting as these races could have an affect on entry numbers for future
local events given the introduction of the £2-00 unattached levy.
New Updated Forum Clubs contact list to be produced.
11 July 2005. Windsor House 7-30pm