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The meeting was called to order by Tom Daniel, the outgoing president.
Tom introduced the current executive:
- Vice President (President Elect) - Stephen Foster
- Secretary - Sherrill Fleming
- Treasurer - Ann Spurlock
Tom also presented the current fund raisers that have been set up by the executive.
Fund Raisers
Smoked Turkey Breast Sale
Currently ongoing. All players should have received 10 tickets from Ann
Spurlock. Ticket stubs and money must be turned in by next Wednesday. On
Thursday November 10 the turkey breast will be available for pick up just
outside the SHS cafeteria from 5-7 p.m. Players must check at 7 p.m. to
pick up any turkey breasts that have not been picked up. Drawings for the
prizes will be made at the pick up time.
Players that sell all 10 tickets will not have to pay extra for their team
windsuit. The windsuits cost $65. Ann Spurlock will collect a check from
each new player for the cost of the windsuit. After the turkey sale
tickets are returned and the difference is calculated, Ann will return
your check and you may write a new check for the balance. If you do not
wish to sell any tickets and purchase your windsuit out right that is
fine. The booster club does get some money as well for the sale of the
turkey breasts.
Applebee's Pancake Breakfast - December 17
Tickets are $5 each and will be distributed after Thanksgiving. We are
limited to 225 tickets total. The boys will do the serving and clean up.
A couple of parents will be needed for set up before the start of the
breakfast.
Dessert/Appetizer Cards - TBA
A $5 card which will enable the purchaser to receive a free dessert or
appetizer with a minimum purchase at several popular restaurants around
town for 2006. Probably will sell in January.
Other Fundraisers - All Ideas Welcome!!
The meeting was turned over to the new president, Stephen Foster. Stephen
discussed the first item for business would be to elect a new vice
president. No volunteers came forward at this time. It was pointed out
that the entire executive have players that are now seniors and would be
leaving the booster club after this year (although Stephen and Sherrill
would still be around). We need to get parents of younger players
involved and ready to take over these jobs. Sign up sheets were passed
around for jobs:
- Media contacts - handing in game reports to local newspapers and phoning
TV stations.
- Pictures/Video tapes - We need people willing to take pictures for
newspapers, etc. and to videotape games - very important for training of
the soccer team
- Audio People - people willing to set up loudspeaker and man the booth at
the top of the stands for home games (a warm place to be!!)
- Concession Stand - a coordinator to organize the stand and volunteers to
man it. Boy's parents have always worked the girl's game (5-7 p.m.) and
girl's parents work the boy's game.
- Travel Food - coordinator to organize volunteer list of people responsible
for getting food for trips home on away games. The booster club pays for
the food. The volunteer makes sure it is ordered, delivered or picked up
after consultation with the coach.
Uses of Fundraising Money
- Windsuits.
- Letter jacket letters - if enough money, assistance with letter jackets.
- Meals, snacks and drinks for away games
- Sideline heaters and tent - Heaters run about $200 but we would need a
generator for away games.
- Memorial for Tom Lindsay - looking into a plaque or brick in the walkway
at the stadium.
- Needs that arise during season - ie- grass seed, supplies, etc.
Also discussed
Individuals are encouraged to donate to the Tom Lindsay Fund that SYSO has
set up. It is best to mail checks to SYSO, Box 4946, Mississippi State,
Mississippi 39762. A board has been set up and money will be used to
cover soccer expenses for Laura Kathryn and Michael, a memorial at the
Sportsplex for Tom and any other uses that the board decides are
appropriate as money is available.
The team is looking into getting black armbands for the players if it is
allowed as a part of their uniform.
Schedules - Practices and Games
Check out the web page www.shs-soccer.org for up to date information.
Directions to away games will be posted in the future.
The first game will be against Amory Nov 8 at the Starkville SPORTSPLEX as
football will still be playing.
All SYSO players may get into the high school games for free except for
play off games.
Sweatshirt/T shirt designs and Orders
There will be an opportunity to order stocking caps, headbands, T shirts,
etc in the next few weeks. The logo is going to be redesigned. Please
watch for it.
Also, Tom Daniel works for University Screen Printing and can order some
things through the Lodge. Right now he can get Adidas Predator Cleats
regularly $90 for $59. He can also get Adidas shorts at a reduced price.
If you missed the meeting and want to volunteer please let myself or
Stephen Foster know. We really, really need a new Vice President as soon
as possible. Don't wait for us to hunt you down...Step up and volunteer!
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