WPGMHA News: AGM, MOA, Fees, and Trials
Hello, fellow members of the Western Province Grand Masters Hockey Association (WPGMHA). Below are some important updates and reminders about our association.
AGM
First of all, don’t forget that our Annual General Meeting (AGM) is coming up soon. It will be on Thursday, 15 February 2024 at 20:15 at the Western Province Cricket Club (WPCC). The AGM will take place right after our last summer league games, so you can join us for some refreshments and socializing before we get down to business.
The AGM is a vital event for our association, where we will review our past year, plan for the future, and elect our new committee members. We need your participation and input to make this a successful and productive meeting. Please check your email for the agenda and the nomination forms for the committee positions. If you haven’t received them, please contact me as soon as possible.
MOA
Secondly, I want to remind you that we are in the process of revising our Memorandum of Association (MOA), with WP Master.
We have drafted a new version of the MOA, which was sent to all members via email. Please read it carefully and let me know if you have any comments, suggestions, or changes by 10 Feb 2024. You can send them to secretary@wpgm.co.za by email. We will discuss and finalize the MOA at the AGM, so please make sure you have your say before then.
Fees
Thirdly, I want to inform you that the affiliate/levy fee of R330 (for all those below 70) is due before March. This fee covers the costs of our affiliation with the South African Grand Masters Hockey Association (SAGMHA) and our participation in the Grand Masters Interprovincial Tournament (GM IPT). This fee is essential for our association to function and to provide you with the best hockey experience possible.
You can pay the fee by Electronic Funds Transfer (EFT) to our account. An invoice is being sent to each member.
If you have any questions or issues regarding the fee, please let me know. I will also send you an invoice by email for your records.
Trials
Fourthly, and most excitingly, I want to invite you to the trials for our team for the GM IPT. The trials will be on Sunday, 28 January 2024 at Conberg. This is your chance to show your skills and spirit and to represent our association at the national level. The GM IPT will be held in Johannesburg from 21 to 24 March 2024 and it is a great opportunity to compete with the best Grand Masters hockey players in the country.
55s, 60s and 65s
Please note that the trials are open to all members who are 55 years or older by 31 December 2024. You will also need to be fully paid up and in good standing with the association. The selection criteria and process will be communicated to you before the trials.
Times for each age group’s trials: 8:30-10:00 am for age groups 55-65.
70s and 75s
Trials for the Western Province Grand Masters +70 group (birth dates 1954 to 1950) and +75 group (1949 and earlier) will also be held at Constantiaberg Hockey Club on Sunday 28 January 2024, starting at 10:00hrs.
All WPGMHA players wishing to be considered for these teams must attend the trial.
If for any reason you cannot make it, please contact Chris Hayley soonest if you are in the +70 group or John Potgieter if you are in the +75 group.
Chris Hayley: 0828719168
John Potgieter: 0846114453
Note that a WPGMHA +70 team will be selected for the 21-24 March IPT in Johannesburg. The +75 players will be considered for the SAGMHA +75 team.
Concerning the running of the trial on Sunday, there will be an initial session where skills, fitness and agility will be assessed. Thereafter a short game.
Selectors are Chris Hayley and John Potgieter.
Please encourage your fellow players to attend. We need to develop the strongest possible sides.
Conclusion
That’s all for now, folks. Thank you for your attention and cooperation. I hope to see you all at the AGM and the trials. If you have any questions or concerns, please do not hesitate to contact me. You can reach me by email via secretary.at.wpgm.co.za
Stay safe and keep playing!