“2006 AGM Report”
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The MAD’s home pub of The Magdalen provided the
venue for the Far from the MCC’s Annual General Meeting. Despite being hosted
just shy of Christmas, it was a much warmer affair than last year, though
certainly not warm enough to get away with wearing shorts and flip flops.
Warm
enough, Dan? It is always heartening when the attendance is
good; such was the case, as it goes someway to providing a decent pointer as
to the general wellbeing of the Club. We must also extend our thanks to Ben
(landlord) for clearing the decks of one corner of the pub and enabling us to
host the event – and also Mr. Hoskins for keeping track of the minutes
despite numerous interruptions and being heckled at every turn. ‘Dep. Minutes’
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Part I –
Notes on attendance Apologies for absence: Geoff Carter Andy Cavanagh (working) Mike Clarke (somewhere in China) Ade Fisher (and for the previous 15 months absence) Richard
Hadfield Present: Matt
Bullock (Chairman) Steve
Dobner Dan
Edwards (Vice Captain outgoing) John
Harris Nick
Hebbes James
Hoskins (Minutes) Jake
Hotson (Fines Chairman, Vice Captain) Ian
Howarth (Captain) Gary
Littlechild Tony
Mander Antony
Mann (Fixtures Secretary) Andrew
Morley Steve
Parkinson Mike
Reeves Dave
Shorten Adrian
Small Thornton
Smith Martin
Westmoreland (Treasurer) |
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Part II – Chairman’s Welcome The Chairman began to report
on what an amazing season it had been for FFTMCC – congratulating all those
who participated in the first winning season since records began back in
1998. Matt made special mention of the fact that this was achieved without
even playing the Marlborough who had become total whipping boys. He remarked
on what a successful season it has been under the new Skipper, and that the
website contained a summary of the year’s games – so which end he would not
be summarising himself. Lazy bastard.
Moo (batting) – a cornerstone of The MAD’s success in 2016. |
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Part III – Treasurer’s Report The Treasurer (Moo) reported
that the Club were in a healthy financial state, dispelling rumours that we
were some 28 billion pounds in debt. Sponsorship from the Magdalen Pub
continued to be a welcome boost to club funds and a particular thanks to the
Landlord, Ben. Martin also reported on an investment requirement for next
season – that of insurance, which will be required if we are to continue
drinking special strength lager during matches.
Insurance is vital for super strength
drinking injuries. |
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Part IV – Ethos A new agenda item for this
year was a brief statement from the Chairman and the Captain (current,
pre-elections) about the Ethos of the team. By this, it is meant how we will
endeavour to play the game over the following season to keep the balance
between competitiveness and friendliness, and also a general discussion on
what The MAD stands for in the world of cricket. We aim to maintain the
social aspect of the game and to give everyone a game where possible. On the
pitch this means we may opt for a closer game against opposition rather than
hammering them into the ground, necessitated by altering team selection
accordingly. In essence we shall “make the game a Sunday game”. Team members
are encouraged to support the Captain and Committee in this ethos. Thankfully
the Marlborough House have folded – so that is one team where we don’t have
to worry about “ethos”. |
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Part V – Committee Member Elections Always a popular part of the evening – voting for the
following season’s Committee positions would take up the following hour.
Herewith the results after all votes were tallied, rigged and doctored….
Everyone
had long since gone home as Steve regaled stories of winning the Vice Skipper
role. Elected Committee Posts Chairman Matt Bullock - wishes to continue as Chairman, unopposed. Fixtures
Secretary Antony Mann - wishes to continue in the role, no
contenders. Treasurer Martin Westmoreland - wishes to continue as official Bean
Counter, unopposed. Captain Ian Howarth - stands for another term, no contenders to
the throne. Vice
Captain Steve Dobner - is
elected Vice Captain, after Dan Edwards stands down, opposed by
Messrs Hotson, Hoskins and Westmoreland. * Non-Committee Posts Tour
Organiser James Hoskins - wishes to take on the role, no contenders. Fines
Chairman Jake Hotson - continues as Fines Chairman, opposed by
Andrew Morley. Social
Secretary Andy Cavanagh - stands for the position by proxy, no
contenders. |
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Part VI – Season 2007 Membership
Rates Agreed to be kept at £20 and
match fees to be kept at £5. Fixtures Not really started yet, although we do have three
allegedly. Ant welcomes suggestions of new teams from everyone. Steve Dobner
suggests a trip to Aspendon CC (in Stevenage). Everybody agrees that round
trip of 140 miles would be ridiculous for one game of cricket, but we might
just be tempted…. Ground Pembroke College shall remain the home ground for the
time being – especially since there are plans to improve the toilet and
changing room facilities. This is on the understanding that the college don’t
increase the hire charges as a result. Home
Pub The team agree unanimously to
stay at The Magdalen pub on the Iffley Road. Landlord Ben kindly offers a
sweetener of £500 in sponsorship.
Equipment
and Sundries Hats again dominate discussions,
with votes being cast in favour of accruing baseball hats instead of Aussie
style ‘baggies’. No new shirts to be ordered, although last seasons’ designs
would be available for interested parties. Nicknames As is a MAD custom, any new players
to the team (and Steve Hebbes) were appropriated with the following nicknames
after a group discussion: Dave Shorten – Hang Time Mike Reeves – Cloughie Adrian Small – Mr. Small Steven Parkinson – Mincer Steve Hebbes – Dr. Oops |
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Part VII – FFTMCC Awards Always a popular part of the evening – voting for the
following season’s Committee positions would take up the following hour.
Herewith the results after all votes were tallied, rigged and doctored….
Don’t worry, Ant – you were shit, so you won’t have to carry any of
this lot home.
Roll of MAD Honours Player
Of The Season Dan Edwards Most
Improved Player Martin Westmoreland Effort Ian Howarth Champagne
Moment Dan Edwards - scoring the long awaited first MAD
Century (v Wootton & Boars Hill CC
#119) James’
MAD Fantasy Cricket Gary Littlechild (Inaugural Shield) |
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Part VIII – Any Other Business Club
coaching to be considered with the possibility of it being club funded. The club are looking to extend season into September as
the weather is generally better than the rest of the fucking summer. A
request to try and start matches earlier. Also, can we play the Dutch team
again…. A note was made for everyone to take responsibilities
after the game more seriously. Particularly when it comes to club kit bags
and clearing up the ground and pavilion thereafter. Cricket tea moans: more seafood sandwiches required
please, Kev. It had been noticed that there was a paucity of butter in the
sarnies (or was it that there was too much butter?!) and there could be
better soft drinks at tea rather than just ‘tea’. Bla bla bla etc etc moan
moan fucking moan….
Here is to a successful MAD
campaign in 2007!!! |
