 Minutes of the CYCL Management Meeting Held at Ossett CC On 7th September 2006
Mr P Swire, Mr C Madden, Mr B Haigh, Mr H Ellis
The President started the Meeting by congratulating Carlton CC and Townville
CC for their recent successes.
1 Minutes of Last Meeting
Minutes were approved as being a true and accurate account of the
previous Management Meeting.
2 Matters Arising
No Matters arising.
Apologies were given for the delay in circulating the August Minutes.
3 Correspondence
- Letter from Featherstone Town CC dated the 3rd August, regarding being considered for entry in to the CYCL. Mr Haley wrote back to Featherstone explaining the various criteria the Club has to meet to be considered to join.
- Letter from New Farnley CC dated 7th August, regarding not receiving the August Minutes.
- Letter from Mirfield Parish Cavaliers CC dated 19th August, thanking the League and the Clubs who gave hospitality at the Jack Hampshire and Wheatley Cup finals.
- Letter from Wakefield Thornes CC dated 27th August, regarding their game against Carlton CC on the 26th August. During a rain affected second innings, a 7 Over reduction was imposed on Wakefield Thornes who were batting. Unfortunately, a dispute took place over how many Overs were left to play and eventually one Over was balled incorrectly. Within this Over 2 wickets fell, losing Wakefield Thornes an additional 2 points. The Committee discussed this problem and came to the conclusion that, on the day, the Umpires are in full charge of the game and their decision stands.
- Letter from Westwood Park CC, dated 28th August, regarding their Probation Period. Westwood Park stated that they would like to stay within the CYCL and explained all the improvements that they have made to their facilities and outlined future projects.
- Letter from Townville CC dated 7th September, regarding a change in Club Secretary. Mr Scorah explained that he is retiring from all his posts and duties with Townville CC and informed the League
that Mr David Booth would become the Clubs new Secretary. The new contact details will be published in Season 2007 Handbook.
Other Correspondence
- The President wrote to Roundhay CC regarding breaking Rule 48, not fulfilling Junior Cricket Fixtures and the fact that on many occasions they have failed to fulfil fixtures. Roundhay responded to the President stating that they are making every effort to improve their current situation. They also stated that a Meeting will take place at the end of the Season to discuss their future within the
CYCL. The President is to contact Roundhay CC asking for further clarification of the situation, regarding 2007. - A discussion took place regarding the issue of Northowram Fields A rain affected game against Roundhay on the 19th August. As two other matches were completed in this Division, and Roundhay A were unable to raise a side, it was agreed that, in the circumstances, Northowram Fields A would be awarded the full 6 points, and the League Tables be updated accordingly.
- It was brought to the Committee's attention that East Leeds CC was unhappy with the actions of the Stanley A Umpire in the fixture on the 5th August 2006. Full details were provided to the Committee, but it was decided that, in the circumstances no further action could be taken. It was noted that again the correct procedures regarding complains to the League were not followed. It was agreed that the President would write to East Leeds CC.
- The Committee discussed various issues raised regarding Stanley CC. It was noted that there was a lack in requested response from them and the Committee is concerned about their admin functions.
The Committee has asked that the Club represents themselves at the October Management Meeting, where they will answer to a full Committee. - A discussion took place regarding Roundhay A admitting to playing an ineligible player in a match against Wakefield Thornes A CC. The President wrote to Roundhay A about this matter. The
Committee have resolved that the 6 points will be taken from Roundhay A and awarded to Wakefield Thornes A and League table will be adjusted. It was also discussed, that on this occasion, no
further action will be taken against the Club due to their current situation. But all further rule breaking will be dealt with in the correct manner. - Correspondence has been received by various Committee Members regarding Mr Peter Arundel from Hunslet Nelson, who is retiring from playing Cricket. The Club is holding a Testimonial for Mr Arundel on the 17th September, commencing at 1pm.
- The President had written to the YCB Disciplinary Officer regarding the Bradford League advertising for Clubs to join them in 2008, and pointing out that this was in contravention of the YCB constitution, and acknowledgement had been received.
4 Treasurers Report
A full report was given to the committee
A fines summary sheet and receipts from Cup Competitions was circulated to the Committee.
5 Fixtures
Nothing to report
6 Results
It was brought to the Committees attention that one result sheet is still outstanding from Birstall CC.
7 Child Welfare
Nothing to report
8 Umpires
The Committee was notified that Clubs have received their Umpires rebates.
9 Registration
1643 Players Registered
90 Transfers have taken place
10 Disciplinary
Nothing to report
11 Sub Committees
A) Cricket Sub Committee
Minutes from previous Meeting were read out
B) Ground Sub Committee
Wakefield Thornes have responded on their situation with the Umpires dressing room and improvements are in hand.
Birstall CC has not yet responded to a second request for information regarding their P.L.I.C. All other responses requested have been received.
12 Dinner Committee
Nothing to report
13 Outside Agencies
The situation regarding the commitment of the EYCA remains to be resolved.
14 Representative Side
Nothing to report
15 Rule Changes
A report with all the proposed rule changes was handed out to the Committee. Various discussions took place on clarifying these changes.
The change in rule for the "Rain Affected Play" was discussed at great length. The Committee made the decision that the vote will be on the return to the 2004 ruling.
A full Committee vote will take place at Octobers Management Meeting.
16 AOB
Mr L Hans and Mr P McFarlane made their apologies for the October Meeting.
The Management Committee agreed it would be supportive of Umpires who asked all players, when ever possible, to speak in English, during the course of a game, as a courtesy to the Umpires and other players. This is to enable the Umpires to control the game in a fair and friendly manner.
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