Well it seems that Season 2009-10 is finally over and I am sure that you will agree that it has been long and indeed arduous at times. However, many of you now will have enjoyed the odd cup final or or two, some will have been elevated to higher levels and as the world of refereeing decrees…we have to move on, put disappointments to one side, take a little break and wait for August to come around again. 

Of course there is the small matter of some competition happening in South Africa, no doubt analysis of refereeing performances will once again become discussion points and I’m sure that you will no doubt be quizzed at work over some perceived injustice. Who would be a referee??? 

As far as the Association goes the Committee are more than concerned about where we hold our meetings and the comfort therein. Whilst it is pleasing to see so many of you at our gatherings, we are not so happy that so many of you had to stand all night and quite a few people did not get anywhere near the refreshments, so these shortcomings will need to be sorted out sooner rather than later.

My thanks to all the Committee members, who have constantly strived to keep us vibrant and active and the envy of many.

To Dave Carman for his time as the Association Secretary and particularly his efforts in finding our Guest Speakers. To our President Barry Firmin who continues to watch over us with a careful eye. We also welcome Liam Walshe onto the Committee and to Pete Hazel who has ‘volunteered’ to take over the secretarial duties.

In conclusion my thanks to the League Officers who manage to steer the Molten Spartan South Midlands in the right direction with their dedicated endeavour and effort and finally to our Referees Secretary Mick Ewen who’s enthusiasm is boundless.

Enjoy the break, see you all soon.