Ian Hotchkies honoured by the FA for his services
At the November meeting Ian was presented with his 50 Year FA Award by the Chairman
This was well deserved for his time in local football………played with Cliftonville, Secretary / President of York RA, former Secretary of NRCRA, former Chairman of the York Minor League, etc.
Many congratulations Ian from all at York RA….a genuine Sterling award
Minutes of meeting held on 4th Nov 21
At NHS Club with 21 members and guests attending
The Chairman welcomed all to the meeting mentioning the contingent from Barkston Ash RA who were in attendance.
He mentioned Garreth Rhodes who was due to officiate in the FA f1rst round this coming weekend. Also Dave Milburn who officiated in the RL 1895 recently.
Apols were received from Mssrs; B Smith; Casterton; Thornton; White; Haye; Bellis; Bishop; M Smith; M Cottingham; Unwin; Bayley.
Ian Hotchkies was presented with a 50 year award from the Chairman on behalf of the FA…….WELL DESERVED
Problem Corner; was discussion on the zoom presentation from CFA regarding unacceptable behavior. Methods to avoid/placate/punish were discussed.
Our guest Lewis Dawson (level 3 ex young ref of the year) then gave a presentation Being Respected-Not Liked; Getting the balance right.
Touching on topics; Respect Decisions; how do you get respect; Characteristics; laid back approach. There was an interactive approach with the aid of film clips, touching on common mistakes; social aspects; tactile; followed with a Q& A.
Conor Ledgeway gave a VoT.
Next Meeting Dec 2
Comm 24 Nov
Meeting Closed at 9.25
Minutes of meeting held at NHS Club
on 7th Oct 2021, with 27 members and guests
Apols were received from Mssrs B Smith; M Burke; A Luff; P Hartley & Ms S Wood.
The chairman welcomed all old and new to the meeting.
Prior to a minutes silence for Peter Gibson; x player/ York league and FA sec. Our president said a few words on Peters career.
The Chairman then gave his thoughts for the future and asked the floor for their thoughts and ideas. Various ideas ranging from; cost of courses (which FA set); speakers; content of meetings; sin bins; abuse from players/officials; lack of officials; reporting and also give a good report when one feels teams/clubs earn one.
Sam Bayley gave a report on an incident on a recent match he was involved in as an AR. this was discussed.
Barry Casterton said misconduct was on the increase( not just in York but nationwide). This involved not just players but spectators/ managers. All incidents require to be reported.
Our treasurer was in possession of new card reader, so subs can be paid at meeting. £20 with first year/youth refs varying in costs.
Our guest for the evening Carl Boyeson then gave a presentation. He said he had a bit of an affinity with York. He says he has been there/done that/has the tee shirt as been on the list since 2002; 20th on FL; reffed 623 matches and visited all but 2 grounds in his career. He showed numerous clips of incidents on matches which were open for discussion. He also discussed his experiences; diet regime and said every match now a days was a bonus.
Paul Ballantyne gave a vote of thanks.
Future meetings; Nov 4th Lewis Dawson; Dec 2nd Xmas Quiz and buffet; Jan 6th Rebecca Welsh;
Dinner 20th May guests Andy and Bobby Madley
Meeting closed at 10.10
York RA Meeting – 2 Sept 2021
Held at NHS Sports Club with 23 members and guests in attendance.
Apols were received from Mssrs; J Ledgeway; Rhodes; Black; Paul-Gordon; Bradbury (late); Gray; Blakey; Bishop; Bayley; Burke; Smith; Mollov
Our guest for the evening Bobby Madley was introduced and gave a presentation entitled ” What makes a good ref; do we expect too much)
He said he felt that the highlight of his career was reffing the WRFA Cup Final in front of all his own colleagues
When a young player he was a profilic goalscorer (Ossett Town), with 91 goals one season
He then switched to reffing saying that good refs will know LOAF and keep them updated
He then interacted with 14 year old Myles Smith and his father discussing ; social media and setbacks; an X factor sketch with two members singing, expect the unexpected
He gave a brief outline of his career. He stated that grassroots is the mainstay of football; think of Saturday/ Sundays in all weathers
There then followed a Q and A session
J Unwin gave a V o T
Meeting closed at 9.20pm
(DoNM is Thursday 7 October 2021)
York RA AGM – 2 Sept 2021
Minutes of AGM held on Sept 2nd 2021 at NHS Sports Club with 23 members and guests in attendance.
Apols were received from Mssrs; J Ledgeway; Rhodes; Black; Paul-Gordon; Bradbury (late); Gray; Blakey; Bishop; Bayley; Burke; Smith; Mollov.
The chairman welcomed all, new and older faces saying, glad to be back.
Mins silence was observed members (York and others) who had passed away over the past year.
Presentations were made to the recipients of York FA Senior/Junior Cup mementos from 2019/20/21 who were in attendance by our guest Bobby Madley.
AGM reports were submitted on line, no matters arising and all accepted
Election of Officers; thanks were given to retiring officers with thanks (J Unwin, B Smith). No new names were submitted, rest of committee were re elected.
Meeting closed 7.50pm
Little did I know when accepting the position of Chairman at the 2019 AGM that the world would change!
Indeed, as I enter my 3rd Term of Office, I have yet to experience the wonderful occasion of the Annual Dinner where I could delight in recognising the yearly achievements of all our Match Officials.
Although the pandemic is not fully under control, as a committee we now feel more safe and secure to recommence face to face monthly meetings and I am eagerly awaiting our first meeting of the new season which will be held at York Hospital Club on Thursday 2nd September 2021.
Given what has happened over the past 18 months, it has been difficult to motivate and inspire colleagues. Some will have found other interests and hobbies and others will have simply moved on in their personal circumstances.
However, at York RA we have a dedicated Team of Officials who have maintained a high level of interest over these difficult times and as a committee, we are keen to bring back good times.
We pride ourselves on being able to encourage top quality guest speakers to our meetings and we are always seeking out ways to entertain, educate and put together a meeting content which will aide the development of all Match Officials/Mentors/Observers and others interested in Refereeing.
I am confident that as we move forward and the new season evolves, enthusiasm for Football at local level will rise back up and our game will see many of you regain the enjoyment of Refereeing and get back on the progression ladder, in hope of achieving your full potential.
We here at York RA are committed to helping each one of you derive much enjoyment from your games and our meetings are designed to build on the superb work of the NRCFA but doing so in a relaxed, informal and enjoyable setting.
It is my hope, as we get back to all things normal, that we can build up our membership for the benefit of our membership where all will be welcome, particularly our Junior Referees and their parents.
So, as I enter my 3rd term, looking forward to the dinner next year, can I encourage you to come along to our meetings, enjoy yourselves and learn a little along the way.
I wish you all a successful Season and I look forward to meeting you and sharing your company in due course.
Best Wishes.
Alan
Alan Kaye, Chairman
York Referees’Association
LNER Stadium – Sat 12 June
Volunteers Required – free access to game
The York Minster Engineering Football League Cup Finals
are being played at
York Community Stadium
Saturday 12th June 2021
and we would love some help
Thank you to the volunteers who have already contacted us with offers of help, I will be in touch with you very soon with more details. We do still need collectors for this event for any of the below shift slots.
If you or friends/family would like to help with collections please do let us know.
or
Contact Graham Bradbury or [email protected]
Information you may find useful……from the RA
A night with the Elite: In collaborationwith Give To Local – Refereeing Webinar 15th April 6PM-8PM
A young referee from Durham has arranged the below and attached event. I would be grateful if you could distribute to your membership and include the below bullet points in the email (please note that the bullet points are taken directly from Joe Blackbourne’s email, who is the organiser of the event).
The event has some outstanding guest speakers and is supporting the If U Care Share Charity.
Well, we are back with Grassroots football……..
The Government / FA have announced that as from 29 March 2021, games are allowed at grassroots level and from 12 April begins step 2 of the roadmap
The full FA Guidance can be found here, with more reference for Match Officials…..basically as before with protocols such as washing hands, social distancing, etc. Go to matches changed and shower at home
Guidance has therefore been updated to reflect the changes to national restrictions. The key changes to note are in relation to spectators, use of changing rooms and outdoor hospitality
Travel
As organised sport can resume, all participants may travel to games but should avoid travel at the busiest times and routes, as well as minimising any unnecessary journeys where possible. All participants must follow the Government’s guidance on safer travel. Participants should note that this guidance will be updated as we move through the different steps of the Government’s roadmap. All participants should therefore regularly review this guidance to make sure they are following up to date information
Changing rooms
Changing rooms can be used as part of step two of the Government’s roadmap out of lockdown. However, participants should minimise their use of changing facilities where possible. Toilets will be allowed to open, 30 minutes before and 30 minutes after training and/or matches
Spectators
On 7 April, the Government updated its guidance in relation to spectators. This confirms that at Step Two and Step One B, spectators are not permitted to attend sporting events taking place on private land, other than adults needed to supervise U18s that they have a responsibility for or providing care or assistance to a person with disabilities. They should maintain social distance and not mix with other households. This does not prevent people from viewing recreational or organised sport that is taking place in a public space, e.g. a park, at Step One B or Step Two, in groups of up to six people or two households. However, sporting events that are intended to attract spectators (including ticketed football matches), or events that are likely to attract a significant number of spectators (e.g. matches that would attract a large crowd) should not take place in a public space, or on private land, until step three
Parents/Carers
Where clubs and facilities can accommodate this safely, parents and carers are permitted to be present at football activities, although they must observe the relevant Government COVID-19 guidance, including those on gathering limits for spectators
Indoor football
As part of step two of the Government’s roadmap, indoor football for U18s can take place in line with Department for Education and Out of School Setting guidance. All participants should read and follow this guidance for all indoor football activities
Disabled people can take part in organised outdoor and indoor football without being subject to social contact limits
Indoor football for adults is not currently allowed. This is planned to return no earlier than Monday 17 May for adults, as part of step three of the Government’s roadmap
Outdoor hospitality
As part of step two of the Government’s roadmap out of lockdown, outdoor hospitality at grassroots football is permitted. All participants must follow Government guidance on hospitality settings and specific advice for sport facility operators available on the Government’s website. People using clubhouses and hospitality facilities must adhere to legal gathering limits and wider Government guidance. Please note that while outdoor hospitality is permitted, spectators are not allowed at games unless on public land
This guidance applies to all youth and adult football and Futsal, including all formats of the game. If there are any further updates from the Government, we will communicate these in due course and we’ll continue to update our guidance as we move through the different steps of the roadmap out of lockdown
It’s extremely important that clubs, players, coaches, match officials, league officials, volunteers, parents, carers, and facility providers continue to strictly follow both the UK Government’s latest guidance on COVID-19 and respective bespoke guidance documents from the FA. Any incidents of non-compliance will be reported to the local County Football Association
The full government guidance can be found here
stay safe…….
York RA Online meeting – 14 January 2021
With 21 members and guests attending.
Register of attendees; R Joyce; A Kaye; D King; J & C Ledgeway; P Ballantyne; I Hotchkies; G Mann; S Jackson; A Rose; H Oaten; R Rich; M Ellis; V Mollov; T Shepherdson; T Sparrow; M Cottingham; J Black; J Logue; S Lewis; A McEvoy; S Nelson.
Apols were received from Mssrs; D Holmes; B Casterton; J Unwin; S Bayley.
The Chairman; Alan Kaye welcomed all to the meeting, he outlined plans for the forthcoming months and troubles that have occurred over the past months. Wished BC speedy recovery.
Dave King, then gave an update on the national RA with their zoom sessions and forthcoming presentations. ie this Sunday 17th Jan a RA/FA Virtual Summit covering various speakers (including Liam Slack) ex York RA speaker. York RA web is updated regularly / regular newsletter.
John Ledgeway, membership stands at 30 odd. £15 (£12 to RA covering insurance). York RA have decided that any person renewing membership from now until the end of the RA year at Aug can now pay £10 / £6 U18 and reductions for new referees
Ross Joyce, CFA Development Manager then gave an update of the plans for future, to keep us all occupied. Various modules; Remote Learning; Zoom presentations with guests (8 Feb next date); topic for young and older refs. Social Media (#NRCFARefDev).
Also looking to develop a Match Officials Consultation Group.
Stressed need for referees to keep up to date with Safeguarding (online) and DBS
Q&A, curtailing of the season; pressure on refs.
The chairman gave a vote of thanks.
AoB; discussion on ; new venue; Sept start for the season; membership; reminder for RA zoom presentation.
Meeting closed 8.25
A quick committee meeting followed; comm meeting 25th Feb; 4th March meeting.