Dear Players, Members, Supporters and Families,
The season is fast coming to a conclusion and we a presently planning for 2016 and beyond. With the finals imminent for many of the teams, we are putting together the structures for 2106 and are looking for people to commit now for next year.
You have a chance to shape the club of the future – please don’t only talk about it.
2016 Committees
We are looking for energetic players, parents, supporters and families with fresh ideas from for both the VAFA & SMJFL committees. If you have an interest in any of the following areas we would like to talk to you:
• Administration
• Social & Luncheons
• Sponsorship & Fundraising
• One off jobs
Please contact SBMT Senior President Shaun Napier (0417 758 759 or shaun.napier@ bigpond.com) and SBMT Junior President Tim Beasley (0425 720 157 or )
Under 19s
Much work has been carried out in the past 12 months on the development pathway & transition of our junior players through our ranks and to more elite ranks.
In 2016 we intend to field two under 19 teams to provide a game to our young players coming through from our junior system.
We are seeking a support group now to put a structure in place for the second U/19 team in 2016 including coach, team manager, recruiting, fitness and the many jobs required to put a team out on the field.
Anyone willing to drive & help setup this team please contact Shaun Napier (0417 758 759 or shaun.napier@ bigpond.com)
Senior thirds team
In 2016 we intend to field a thirds senior team which we believe will complement the two under 19 teams and provide a game for all players each week.
If you have a few more games in you or willing to be part of this new team please contact Luke Porter (0403 460 331 or ).
Employment & Careers
As many of our players are getting to the end of the school year, I remind boys, girls & parents of the services provided by Phil Scott (0418 391 407 or )
Phil a long term club member and an employment specialist who is only willing to help in the following:
• Career advice & opportunities
• Employment advice & opportunities
• Help with resumes & interview techniques
2016 Communications
We are looking to improve our communications of the club by provide a team App with the ability for each age group to run team communications. Under 17 Red has been trialing the App in the second half of this season ironing out bugs to launch in 2016.
Each team will require a person to manage & input information for their team’s communications. Please contact Carolyn Goodchild () for information.
We are also looking to build a new 2016 website.
If any player, student or parent is capable & interested in putting a new website together please contact Mick Atherton ()
SBMT Master Plan
As many of you will be aware, we are presently involved in the master planning of our future facilities with the City of Kingston. We are actively involved in the process to look at extending the reserve to include the land on the other side of Remo Street for future development and open space.
Our vision for the future generations is for a ‘Community facility used 7 days a week by male & female alike with other clubs & the community as a whole’.
We are hoping to have a clear direction from council before the end of 2015.
Anyone with ideas and comments are welcome to contact Mark Tyquin (0411 384 919 or )
All the best for all teams leading into finals and I ask all members to get out to support our club in the September action.
Please remember this is your club and you can make it what you will.
I look forward to your support leading into 2016.
Yours faithfully,
Mark Tyquin
SBMT Board Chairman