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CANTERBURY HOCKEY MISSION STATEMENT To keep Canterbury Hockey at the forefront of New Zealand Hockey. We will encourage active participation in hockey at all levels and by as many people as possible within Canterbury. To develop simultaneously the pursuit of excellence in the sport and the enjoyment and social benefits that the sport provides to the highest levels possible. HOCKEY’S VISION HOCKEY’S VALUES Competitions that fully satisfy the needs of Continued development and growth of our the hockey fraternity game in all areas A Coaching and Development Programme that offers progressive opportunities for all Quality service to all our members in players, coaches and umpires to reach their everything we do potential A professional and creditable management Total professionalism and ethics. structure that is appropriate to meet the current and future needs of Canterbury Hockey. An organisation that encourages two-way communication, is open in its dealings and A financially secure Canterbury Hockey responsive to its members needs with sufficient resources to ensure the achievement of all its programmes An atmosphere on and off the field that is Υ Hockey seen by all audiences and fun, enjoyable and welcoming to current stakeholders as a go-ahead and new members and progressive sport Umpiring fully integrated into the Recognition and reward for those that Canterbury Hockey infrastructure and with assist the Association to achieve its goals umpires who are sufficient in numbers and and objectives quality to maintain an appropriate presence in all competitions Volunteers and paid staff working together Υ A representative programme that enhances to achieve common goals the quality and status of hockey and is a positive vehicle for promotion A will to win and to always remain competitive in our market Development of a minimum of four enclosed illuminated artificial hockey surfaces with Adaptability to change and ongoing associated amenities within the greater commitment to development of both staff Christchurch area and volunteers Professional management and increased participation at all levels of hockey in all clubs and schools. __________________________________________________________________________________________________ CANTERBURY HOCKEY ASSOCIATION – 2002 ANNUAL REPORT - 2 - P O Box 24 006 Eastgate Mall Hockey Lane 845 Avonside Drive CHRISTCHURCH Email Address: [email protected] Web Page: www.hockeycanterbury.co.nz Phone: 3899 126 Fax: 3899 825 Coaching & Development: 381-4430 PATRON Mayor Garry Moore PRESIDENT Lin Thompson VICE PRESIDENTS Chris Maister Debbie Nairn CHAIRPERSON Jeff Goldstein BOARD MEMBERS Graeme Abbot, Marty Fitzsimons, Margaret Huckstep, Graeme Paterson, Bev Savage, EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR Mark Duff DEVELOPMENT MANAGER Lincoln Churchill PERSONAL ASSISTANT (DEV.MAN.) Lyndsey Leask SPONSORSHIP & MARKETING MANAGER: Jason Robb (resigned April), Michele Wattez ADMINISTRATION MANAGER Hayley Parkin (resigned August), Margaret Huckstep FACILITIES MANAGER Peter Seymour PORRITT PARK MANAGER Bevan Fergusson NUNWEEK MANAGER Nathan Rolton PARK ASSISTANTS Bill Lynn, Oliver Norton LIFE MEMBERS Mesdames J Armstrong, G Dawe, D Copley, M Jenkins, D Mouat, Y McDonnell, A McRobb, G Shankland, B Simmonds, A Sutherland and Z Walker Miss I Orchard Messrs R Armstrong, A Beatson, D Coulter, R Gillespie, L Haste, B Penfold, G Reid, L Thompson HONORARY AUDITOR Hughey & Grocott HONORARY SOLICITOR Richard Burtt __________________________________________________________________________________________________ CANTERBURY HOCKEY ASSOCIATION – 2002 ANNUAL REPORT - 3 - CHAIRPERSON’S REPORT In February this year I was given the honour of being elected Chairperson of your Association. In this short time I have become acutely aware of the huge amount of work put in by the large number of volunteers who contribute to the success of hockey in Canterbury. In the main these people go about performing their roles without much recognition. I would like to publicly acknowledge and congratulate all those people, whether they are umpires, coaches, managers, supporters, parents or family for their splendid contribution to the success of Canterbury Hockey in 2002. Of course hockey would not exist without the players and to all you players I would like to congratulate you on your participation and success. Similarly, without the continuing efforts of the various committees and in particular the competitions committee led by Neville England there would be no organized competitions. The Competition Committee does, under quite difficult circumstances at times, a tremendous job. To those people who might criticize some of the decisions made by the Competitions Committee all I can say is - the Committee needs members, put yourself forward and help. Marc and his staff have continued to provide an excellent service to the hockey community. Thank you for your efforts in 2002. Following Jason Robb’s resignation midyear Michelle Wattez was appointed as the sponsorship manager and in her short time with the Association has been enthusiastic and successful. Margaret Huckstep was recently appointed to a full-time position as Administration Manager to the Association and as a result she has stepped down from her position as a Board Member after serving for eight years. Margaret has done a tremendous amount of work for Canterbury Hockey, both as a Board Member and as Chairperson for the last six years. Thank you Margaret and we look forward to a long lasting and successful new relationship. Also leaving the Board after serving two terms is Graeme Abbott. His expertise and experience in the sponsorship area was most valuable. I would also like to thank my colleagues on the Board of Canterbury Hockey for their support. The Association has continued to prosper due to their combined wisdom, guidance, good government and common sense. The 2002 season saw the second turf at Porritt Park commissioned. This not only allowed for more training and game slots but it also provided a superb surface for our players. As a consequence in May 2002 we saw the first international hockey game on the new turf when the Black Sticks defeated the USA. The premier Canterbury women’s team – The Cats, had an outstandingly successful season in winning the national hockey league. The premier Canterbury men’s team – The Cavaliers, also had a successful year by coming third in the national hockey league. This augurs well for 2003. __________________________________________________________________________________________________ CANTERBURY HOCKEY ASSOCIATION – 2002 ANNUAL REPORT - 4 - The other Canterbury representative teams, including the various age group teams, had mixed results. All players performed creditably and represented the province with distinction. Congratulations to all our representative players. As the Board looks towards 2003 one of the biggest challenges that faces the Association is funding. The Board recognizes that the various grants that have been available to sporting bodies in past years are declining. Canterbury Hockey will need to work more efficiently and “smarter” in order to ensure that sufficient funding is obtained to allow us to continue to provide a variety of services at the highest standard. Also in 2003 the Board will be endeavouring to implement a policy with the aim of minimizing the cost to players when they represent Canterbury. Members of the Association will be kept informed as this policy is developed. I look forward to the challenges of 2003 when once again we will all contribute to Canterbury Hockey’s continued success. Jeff Goldstein Board Chairperson __________________________________________________________________________________________________ CANTERBURY HOCKEY ASSOCIATION – 2002 ANNUAL REPORT - 5 - SPONSORSHIP REPORT 2002 has been a successful year for the Canterbury Hockey Association, in that the support received from our sponsors has been outstanding. One highlight of our 2002 Season was a Celebrity Luncheon and Auction held at the Christchurch Casino. This was well received by all those who attended. Many thanks to the Christchurch Casino for their superb organisation of this event. Our representative teams have benefited greatly from our association with the Scenic Circle Hotels, the service and calibre of accommodation provided has been excellent, and we continue with a sponsorship partnership into the 2003 Season. We are very fortunate that Donnithorne Simms continues to be our vehicle sponsor; they offer their support by providing 3 Mitsubishi Lancers for our use. The Community Trust has very generously supported the Canterbury Hockey Association by providing a grant to assist with the running of our organisation particularly in the coaching and development programmes. Special thanks go to the Gaming Machine Charitable Trusts, who sponsor Canterbury Hockey, these are; Bendigo Trust, Canterbury Foundation, Community Grants Foundation, Lion Foundation, Metro Charitable Trust, NZ Community Trust, Scottwood Charitable Trust, and The Southern Trust. Without the high level of financial assistance from these organisations it would be too costly for the Canterbury Hockey Association, and its members, to undertake many of the current programmes. The contributions from the Parklands Tavern – sponsor of the Canterbury Cavaliers, Tuskers Richmond – sponsor of the Canterbury Cats, Fitzgerald Arms – sponsor of the Canterbury Premier League, the Cardrona On Avon, the Excelsior Sports Bar and the Golden Mile Tavern have been