News
last updated by RogerB 13/11/09
Summary of Exec Meetings - latest September 2009
200 Club Results - latest July 2010
Minutes of AGM held June 30th 2009
Camberley Attain RFU Level 2 Seal of Approval
Camberley Attain Level 2 RFU seal of Approval.
Matt Bray of Surrey RFU and the Rugby Football Union made the presentation to CRFC president Roger Chamberlain and immediate past president Roger Berry.
Camberley were one of the first clubs in Surrey to reach Level 1 and have continued their progress by reaching Level 2.
This award is a reward for the hard work put in by many club members who are now working to achieve the Level 3.
Clubman of the Year 2008
At the recent Players evening James Smith, vice chairman of the mini section, became this years Peter Stevens Clubman of the Year in recognition of his work both in the mini group and also for the very successful festivals held during the season. James is seen here receiving his award from Roger Berry
Welsh Cap for Camberley U16
Alex Hughes a member of the U16s was awarded his Welsh U16s A cap in a recent International tournament held at Millfield school.
For details and photo go to the U16 page
Surrey Heath Mayor Visits the Club
Alan Forfar, Club Secretary, welcomes the Mayor of Surrey Heath
Neil Doody on the left and Roger Chamberlain were part of the welcoming party
The mayor of Surrey Heath , Councillor Keith Bush, visited the club on Satureday 11th November to see the local derby clash between Surrey Heath clubs Camberley and Chobham. Sadly for Camberley he witnessed a Chobham victory.
Executive Committee - Summary of Minutes
Summary of Executive Committee Meeting held on Tuesday 1st September
Financial
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After 4 months finances are running broadly on budget.
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Cashflow is very tight and we are close to overdraft limits, although this is not unexpected after a typically slow summer of trading and the planned expenditure on maintenance.
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Lydia has made great progress working with brewery to increase drink ranges and spruce up the bar.
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Membership subscriptions now (over) due and are held at last season’s levels. We will (under leadership of Gareth Jones) apply same strict rules as last season, however we are running ahead of budget thus far..
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Utility costs remain a significant expense – however MWC has successfully negotiated improved 2 years deals for gas and electricity reducing costs to around £3,000 below our forecast.
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Sponsorship revenues are lower than hoped for and this year will be undoubtedly be a struggle in the current climate. Anyone who has ideas of possible sponsors we can approach is encouraged to contact an Exec member to explore.
Playing – Adult
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1st team squad numbers in pre-season have been strong and a full programme of fixtures provided valuable game time, team-bonding and some encouraging performances. 55 adult players are expected to feature in the 2 friendly games planned for 5th September!
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Ladies have a coach – Dave Thornley and numbers are growing.
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Camberley is to formally adopt the “Blackwater BaaBaas” 7’sside from this season and make summer 7’s a part of our club. The side will be led and run by John Kaye and support from Chris Lee. We hope to run a 7’s competition at Watchetts weekend 24/25 April 2010
Playing – Youth
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Little to report close season, but everything in place for start of new season in September and numbers look set to grow again via promotional activities and word of mouth.
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Volunteers desperately needed to take over running of the “RugbyFirst” database for both mini and junior sections
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Camberley Mini festival set for Sunday 18th October
Governance
All work now complete (at significant expense) for granting of electrical certificate. This completes all the work identified as compulsory from our Health & Safety inspection last season. We are going ahead with complete refurbishment of floodlights in early September at cost of almost £14,000. RFU funding has been secured to cover £6,000 and a further £3,000 has been raised through other sponsorship – most notably from the SCRUFFS for which the club is hugely grateful. We anticipate the work being complete by end of September.
EVENT DATES – these events are critical fund-raisers for your club. Please support them.
Saturday 19th September First home league fixture v Andover
Friday 25th September – Race Night
Saturday 10th October – Volunteers Day: 1st XV v O Wimbledonians, lunch and drinks reception for ALL club volunteers
Sunday 18th October – Camberley RFC mini festival
Friday 30th October – Ladies Night
BILL MURRAY - CHAIRMAN
Summary of Exec Committee Meeting held on July 14th 2009
Financial
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After 2 months finances are running broadly on budget.
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Bar trading is typically quite quiet during summer months, but Lydia has made great progress working with brewery to increase drink ranges and spruce up the bar. We are considering paying off remaining balance of brewery loan which will pave the way to negotiate more favourable terms across an expanded range.
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Membership subscriptions now due and are held at last season’s levels. We will (under leadership of Gareth Jones) apply same strict rules as last season.
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Utility costs remain a significant expense – MWC is exploring possible savings achievable via a switch of supplier
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The Atrium Camberley now confirmed as a main club sponsor with Lucid Events hopefully to be confirmed again over next couple of weeks.
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Following last year’s surplus and the prudent financial management approach in place, our cash flow situation is healthier than this time last year and even with tough targets for sponsorship and commercial activity, we remain confident we can deliver another year of surplus.
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Playing – Adult
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1st team squad numbers in pre-season are strong with very few departures and some encouraging recruitment activity. Full pre-season fixture list now in place and tour to Bude scheduled for weekend of 8th August
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Letter now out to all members inviting them to come to President’s match on 29th August
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Ladies need a coach – Andy Jackson helping out short-term, but all ideas welcome
Playing – Youth
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Little to report close season, but everything in place for start of new season in September and numbers look set to grow again via promotional activities and word of mouth.
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Camberley Mini festival set for Sunday 18th October
Governance – Replacement of all ceiling lights upstairs now done which completes all work required post Health & Safety inspection. Our electrical certificate should be issued very shortly. We are going ahead with complete refurbishment of floodlights in early September (subject to approval of RFU grant to cover 50% of the costs). To aid with the club portion of this investment the adult squads and older youth age groups will be asked to consider sponsorship/fund-raising events of their own in August/September and SCRUFFS are considering making a contribution.
EVENT DATES – these events are critical fund-raisers for your club. Please support them.
Saturday 29th August: 1st XV v President’s XV for the Bartlett-Carbury Memorial Trophy
Saturday 19th September First home league fixture v Andover
Friday 25th September – Race Night
Saturday 10th October – Volunteers Day: 1st XV v O Wimbledonians
lunch and drinks reception for ALL club volunteers
Friday 30th October – Ladies Night
BILL MURRAY - CHAIRMAN
Summary of Exec Committee Meeting held on October 16th 2008
Financial
· After 5 months finances are running broadly on budget.
o Bar trading is roughly flat on last year – remains an area for focus. Recent events have been a great success and well supported – more to come!
o Sponsorship revenues currently ahead thanks to several significant new sponsors and the full programme of England internationals. We need a strong 2nd half of season to reach the ambitious budget.
o Membership subscriptions being collected and running well ahead of last year (but slightly short of budget) – thanks to Gareth Jones, Membership Sec, and his team.
· The worrying cashflow situation, initially averted via the successful appeal in June, is now looking healthier as a result of the stringent and ambitious financial plan covering sponsorship, subscriptions and sales that is now taking shape. Good news, but only the first step and continued prudence and strong membership support required to avoid repetition.
Membership – Full adult and family lists now posted and kept up to date in the clubhouse. The policy of not selecting and not serving non-paid people is now in force.
Playing – Adult
· 1st team performances much improved this season, with playing numbers up substantially and the capability of fielding 3 sides regularly
· Several close, hard fought recent wins mean that 1st XV is now in the top half of the table.
· 2nd team have had several excellent performances but need regular fixtures and a manager.
· Marti Jerrard working hard and delivering good start to season for 3s. Also planning a number of vets games for a resurrected G&Ts side.
· Ladies having a much better year – unbeaten in first 5 games! Several new players means the numbers are looking more encouraging too.
Playing – Youth
· Membership numbers building beyond 300 with more to come – should be ahead of last years 410 fairly soon. Excellent intake of new kinders (currently running at approx 40)
· New team of Ian Russell, Tom Hazeldon and Dave Harvey making great progress including monthly youth meetings for coaches/managers. We still need more volunteers to assist in running and administrating youth section.
· POST MEETING NOTE - Oct 19th Festival was a huge success. Big thanks to James Smith. Attention needed on parking issues and catering capacity before next festival)
Governance – never-ending trail of unexpected maintenance & repairs being addressed and we are now close to covering all requirements from the Environmental Health Officer report in August. New water tanks in roof (thanks to Andy Hansford), replacement timber on balcony and refurbishment work behind the bar all in train – more volunteers always needed – see Roger Chamberlain.
EVENT DATES – these events are critical fund-raisers for your club. Please support them.
Sat 20th December – Christmas Lunch before league game v Andover
Sat 20th December – Christmas party in the evening (See Harry Fish for tickets)
23rd January – Burns Night (sold out)
6th February – Quiz Night
23rd April – Club Dinner
BILL MURRAY - CHAIRMAN
Summary of Executive Committee Meeting – 2nd April 2008
Financial
• After 11 months finances are tight and we are running behind budget.
o Bar trading has been well down on last year – not helped by lack of home league games. Planned events have been poorly supported – needs action/concerted push
o Sponsorship revenues down on previous years.
o Utility bills showing significant (unavoidable) year on year increase.
o Significant number of players and social membership subscription still outstanding – these are seriously overdue and (while we have an active chasing team in place) it is our intention to consider measures to prevent non-payers accessing club facilities.
• Financial sub group is working to identify and progress options to restructure/improve financial position. Target is to have firm strategy agreed before AGM.
Playing – Adult
• 1st team performances much improved, with 3 wins from last 4 almost complete!
• This season we have registered 42 new players of whom 28 have played 1st XV league.
• pre-season, including migration of U18s to senior teams already planned, along with expanded coaching team under Jon Cant (includes Russell Kirby, Graeme Fleming, Andy Walsh & Andy Hansford)
• Next season will see 3 senior sides playing regularly – all in league/merit tables.
• Ladies having tough year – relegation confirmed. More numbers needed. However, “things are looking up” after recent improved performances. Victory over L Welsh the target!
Playing – Youth
• U16 squad needs new head coach for next year – confirmation for current U15 & U16 squads of arrangements for next season (as part of integrated senior level coaching structure) due shortly.
• April 13th mini festival will be huge! Big thanks to James Smith. Come and support!
• 1st aid training all complete across all age groups
• New structure for youth management progressing – more news soon. We still need volunteers, however big or small the contribution you could make, please come forward.
Website – we urgently need one or two volunteers to assist with the writing and posting of reports and news to keep the website live and up to date. No great technology skills required, just a little time and commitment. If you can help please let me or an Exec member know.
EVENT DATES – these events are critical fund-raisers for your club. Please support them.
• End of Season Weekend (presentation night on Friday, men’s/youth 7s on Saturday & Ladies 10s on Sunday) planned for 25/26/27 April. Includes Club Dinner Sat 26th April
• Club Dinner – Saturday 26th April. £40 per head to include 3 course dinner, wine, champagne reception, music and dancing (Lounge suits or black tie)
• Watchetts Fair – July 5th. CRFC heavily involved and help needed. Please see Dave Harvey
***Your club has never needed your support at these events (or in any other way) more than it does now. Please make the effort and contribute***
BILL MURRAY - CHAIRMAN
Summary of Executive Committee Meeting – 26th Feb 2008
Financial
After 10 months finances are tight and we are running behind budget.
Bar trading has been well down on last year – not helped by lack of home league games. Planned events have been poorly supported – needs action/concerted push
Sponsorship revenues down on previous years.
Utility bills showing significant (unavoidable) year on year increase.
Significant number of players and social membership subscription still outstanding – these are seriously overdue and (while we have an active chasing team in place) it is our intention to consider measures to prevent non-payers accessing club facilities.
Mike Courtness presented a summary of financial position clearly demonstrating the difficulties we face - we are fundamentally unable to continue in this situation much longer.
A sub group has been formed to consider all potential financial options and the 08/09 budget will be reviewed in detail with respect to identifying all possible efficiencies.
Playing – Adult
1st team performances much improved, several good results and realistic target to win final 4 league games of the season.
This season we have registered 42 new players of whom 28 have played 1st XV league.
2nd & 3rd team fixtures happening reasonably regularly
pre-season, including migration of U18s to senior teams already planned, along with expanded coaching team under Jon Cant
Ladies having tough year – potential relegation. Still in need of more numbers.
Playing – Youth
April 13th mini festival plans well advanced and looking good under James Smith
385 registered junior players this season – well up on last season
New structure for youth management progressing – more news soon.
Governance
“Belfast” sinks installed by showers – all players to wash off there and NOT in the toilets.
Website – we urgently need one or two volunteers to assist with the writing and posting of reports and news to keep the website live and up to date. No great technology skills required, just a little time and commitment. If you can help please let me or an Exec member know.
EVENT DATES – these events are critical fund-raisers for your club. Please support them.
Friday 7th March – “Ladies Night” £20/head (see Lydia for sordid details!)
Friday 4th April – Club Quiz night. £10/team of 4
End of Season Weekend (presentation night on Friday, men’s/youth 7s on Saturday & Ladies 10s on Sunday) planned for 25/26/27 April.
Club Dinner – Saturday 26th April. £40 per head to include 3 course dinner, wine, champagne reception, music and dancing
Your club has never needed your support at these events (or in any other way) more than it does now. Please make the effort and contribute
BILL MURRAY - CHAIRMAN
200 Club Draw - Results
If you want to support the club and also get a chance to win in the monthly draw please contact Roger Chamberlain on 01483 723832.
July 2010
1st prize # 60 N Carbury
2nd prize #22 Bill Fleming
3rd prize #20 Ian Heustice
June 2010
1st prize # 42 Neil Doody
2nd prize # 17 R Kendrick-Thomas
3rd prize # 2 A Kyle
May 2010
1st prize # 11 Hazel Cowley
2nd prize # 37 Ian Lockett
3rd prize # 64 Roger Berry
April 2010
1st prize # 135 Labib Kawar
2nd Prize # 80 A Wilson
3rs prize # 7 Stewart Johnson
March 2010
1st prize # 26 Chris Gibson
2nd prize # 92 Kim Johnson
3rd prize Ian Kempson
February 2010
1st Prize #37 Ian Lockhart
2nd prize # 78 BM Saunders
3rd prize # 97 Bill White
January 2010
1st prize # 114 PR Smith
2nd prize # 62 I Wing
3rd prize # 52 Chris Gibson
Xmas Draw
1st prize # 46 P Peel
2nd prize # 31 M Hitchman
3rd prize # 144 P Peel
December 2009
1st prize # 28 H Fish
2nd prize # 33 B Fleming
3rd prize # 20 I Heustice
November 2009
1st prize # 12 Bill Murray
2nd prize # 93 Chris Lee
3rd prize # 25 Derek Olsen
October 2009
1st prize # 107 Tony Fuller
2nd prize # 50 C Jennings
3rd prize # 45 C Gibson
September 2009
1st prize # 115 David Stone
2nd prize #15 Denis Cowley
3rd prize # 109 Jacquie Chamberlain
August 2009
1st prize # 46 Peter Peel
2nd prize # 29 KH Fleet
3rd prize # 1 Emma Williamson
July 2009
1st Prize # 69 Steve Dunne
2nd Prize # 52 Chris Gibson
3rd prize # 20 Ian Heustice
June 2009
1st Prize # 93 Chris Lee
2nd Prize #53 Bill Murray
3rd Prize # 6 Geoff Escott
May 2009
1st Prize # 46 P Peel
2nd Prize # 82 Mike Lucas
3rd Prize # 39 I J Kempson
April 2009
1st Prize # 31 M Hitchman
2nd Prize # 57 Jenny Gibson
3rd Prize # 113 D G Hanlon
March 2009
1st Prize #33 W Fleming 40
2nd Prize #50 C G Jennings 20
3rd Prize #123 M O'Connor 15
February 2009
1st Prize #94 D Chamberlain 40
2nd Prize #2 G A Kyle 20
3rd Prize #34 Geoff Dagg 15
January 2009
1st Prize #104 N K-T 40
2nd Prize #44 C G Jennings 20
3rd Prize #115 David Stone 15
Xmas 2008
1st Prize #55 J Chamberlaine 40
2nd Prize #135 Labib Kawar 20
3rd Prize #139 R Tilston 15
December 2008
1st Prize # 19 K Chapman 40
2nd Prize #78 B Saunders 20
3rd Prize #92 Kim Johnson 15
November 2008
1st Prize #29 K H Fleet £40
2nd Prize #39 John Kempson £20
3rd Prize #22 Bill Fleming £15
October 2008
1st Prize #17 Rowley KT £40
2nd Prize # 77 Chris Lee £20
3rd Prize # 104 Nick KT £15
September 2008
1st Prize # 33 Bill Fleming £40
2nd Prize # 133 D McCarthy £20
3rd Prize # 137 Labib Kawar £15
200 Club Draw - August 2008
1st prize # 38 Mark Cowley £40
2nd prize # 10 Chris Gibson £20
3rd prize # 1 Emma Williamson £15
200 Club Draw - July 2008
1st prize # 55 Jacquie Chamberlain £40
2nd prize # 7 Stewart Johnson £20
3rd prize # 27 Bill Murray £15
200 Club Draw - June 2008
1st Prize # 91 Jacquie Chamberlain £40
2nd Prize #25 Derek Olsen £20
3rd Prize # 8 Derek Olsen £15
200 Club Draw - May 2008
1st prize # 30 Steve Dunne £40
2nd prize # 5 Geoff Escott £20
3rd prize #144 Peter Peel £15
200 Club Draw - April 2008
1st prize # 12 Bill Murray £40
2nd prize # 97 Bill White £20
3rd prize # 102 Chris Hicks £15
200 Club Draw - March 2008
1st Prize # 41 Janice Downs £40
2nd Prize # 121 Tony Batchelor £20
3rd Prize # 36 Chris Lee £15
200 Club Draw - February 2008
1st Prize Ian Heustice (20) £40
2nd Prize Ron Danaher (117) £20
3rd Prize KH Fleet (29) £15
200 Club Draw - January 2008
Ist Prize Kim Johnson (92) £40
2nd Prize Geff Dagg (34) £20
3rd Prize M O'Connor £15
200 Club Draw - November 2007
1st Prize D Chamberlain (94) £40
2nd Prize Bill Murray (12) £ 25
3rd Prize Bill Macbeth (23) £ 15
Special Xmas Draw
1st Prize Bill White (97) £60
2nd Prize Emma Wilkinson (1) £40
200 Club Draw - November 2007
1st Prize D Chamberlain (94) £40
2nd Prize Bill Murray (12) £ 25
3rd Prize Bill Macbeth (23) £ 15
200 Club Draw - October 2007
1st Prize R Lee (87) £40
2nd Prize M Lucas (82) £25
3rd Prize Jenny Gibson (57) £10