Noticeboard Over £1000 raised in charity quiz. (Jul.2003) Over £1000 was raised at the fun quiz organised by John Nelson and Sandra Cunningham. The proceeds went to help Jenny Carvell, a local youngster bravely fighting a serious illness. John is pictured drawing the raffle with assistance from the lady president Rose Watts. Marquee Week, Family Gala Day. (Jun.2003) Around 300 people enjoyed a relaxed end to marquee week at the Family Gala Day and picnic, featuring entertainment and various other activities and amusements for the children, and refreshments for the grown-ups. The event was anchored by children's entertainers Mr Stix and Peanuts, who brought their circus tricks, bouncey castles and disco, in addition to their stage show. The afternoon was supplemented by competitions for budding sportsmen and artists, a treasure hunt and impromptu family games. Good time had by all. Marquee Week, Summer Ball. (Jun.2003) This year's summer ball was enjoyed by 233 revellers and went with a swing with a little help from live band Jive Talkin and regular DJ Gary. Karen, Nessa and the catering team excelled as ever. Gordon and the bar staff remained chirpy throughout despite 96 hour shifts. Well done everyone. Click here for more pictures. For unedited copies of original resolution please get in touch. Marquee Week, Sports Celebrity Dinner. (Jun.2003) Around 170 members and guests were entertained by former Australian pace bowler Rodney Hogg (who broke the Ashes series record with 41 wickets at 12.85 in 1978-9). Rodney is pictured (centre) with John Watts and Dave Gill. Below, Rodney (41 at 12.85)'s co-speaker and one-time European Cup winner Alex Stepney exchanges career details with former Marine legend Dave as Peter Theadorus hides his embarrassment well. Northern scoops Sports Club of the Year. (Jun.2003) We have been voted Sefton's Sports Club of the Year for 2003. The trophy was presented at the Sefton Sports Achievement Awards evening, held at Formby Hall on 11th.June. The event was compered by Radio Merseyside's Alan Jackson, who focused at our presentation on the tremendous work that our playing sections do in encouraging youngsters through our coaching schemes, and in bringing volunteers into coaching. AGM proposals passed. (Mar.2003) At the AGM, two proposals were put, and both were passed. The first, a rule change to indemnify the trustees against personal liability, was passed unanimously (except for Frank!). The second, a mandate to designate the lounge as a non-smoking area, was passed by majority with around 70% in favour, subject to House Committee implementing it as a workable bye-law. The Past Presidents' Lunch. (Mar.2003) Click here for more pictures. New Vice President for 2003. (Feb.2003) It is a pleasure to report that Wendy McDowall, the current Ladies Hockey Chairman, has accepted the nomination for Vice President following the forthcoming AGM, which takes place on Wednesday 26.March. Winter Season of Bar Sports. (Jan.2003) Remember those long winter nights when there's nothing decent on television, and the club is still suffering its New Year hangover. Well they're here again. But wait ... Saturday 18.January saw the return of a Bar Sports evening to the club. The inaugural event staged a contest between teams from hockey and cricket, with around 40 participants enjoying the evening. We intend to arrange further events between other teams and sections, with the next scheduled for Saturday 8.February when squash may participate too. So why not pop down for a glass of something ? Don't sit at home staring at the wall, come and meet up with your mates at the club, and make new acquaintances from the other sections. All welcome. Thanks to John Dooley for the idea and the organisation. If you would like to join in, speak to John, e-mail the club address, or just get down to the club and let everyone know.