Written by: Jeff Sunday, September 11, 2011 6:41 PM
After wonderful results in the grand finals, it was all smiles as the juniors attended their presentation afternoon on Saturday. We enjoyed a sunny, if windy, afternoon. The formal presentations were made first.
Our new umpires for the season were presented with certificates and a HB embroidered towel for their hockey kit. These included Michelle Borg, Luke Butterworth, Devon Hamley, Louis Hassum, Elliot Jones, Rosie Malone, Samantha Oddy, Tobias Stuart and Zac Tollemache. The kids did the club proud and will hopefully continue next year. Thanks was also given to the club mentors Aleeta, Jeanette and Brian. Without there dedication, the kids would not be able to take the field.
Clint Colefax was awarded the trophy for outstanding efforts to the junior club with his efforts as U18 Girls coach over a number of years and training of the junior goal keepers. Well done Clint!
Each team was then presented with their trophies. This year everyone received photo trophies with a personalised comment from their coach as well as a team photo.
At the start of the year the junior committee decided to make a payment to each player who represented the club. These players travel all over the state and it can be expensive getting to the tournaments. Unfortunately, the club is not in a position to fully cover their costs but the committee felt it important the club assists in some small way and to recognise their achievements. This year the club had 30 rep players from the 112 junior members. This ranged from U11 Gold Coast to Queensland teams all the way to the Australian school girls! These kids were all called up and presented with a letter of congratulations from the club president Dave Berglin as well as a small cash payment.
With the formalities over, the kids enjoyed the remainder of the afternoon with the jumping castle, volleyball, laser skirmish and a sausage sizzle. Thanks to everyone who helped set up and, just as importantly, clean up of the event. The cooperation shown highlights why Burleigh is such a great club to belong to.
Look forward to seeing everyone back for the 2012 season!
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