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ADELAIDE TURF CRICKET ASSOCIATION INCORPORATED 53rd, Annual Report and Balance Sheet To be presented at the Annual General Meeting held on 25th August, 1986 OFFICIALS 1985 -86 Patron The Right Honourable The Lord Mayor of Adelaide J.B. JARVIS ESQ. Vice -Patron The Chairman S.A.C.A. Cricket Committee J. CRICHTON ESQ. President J.A. RAWES ESQ. Vice -President J.T.GUN ESQ. Chairman G. KOLENBERG ESQ. Honorary Treasurer M. SYNER -LYONS ESO. Executive Committee G. KOLENBERG (Chairman), B. CHAPMAN (Vice-Chairman). M. SYNER -LYONS (Treasurer) K.J. DUKE, GJ. GOULTER, W. GRIMSEY, N.W. KEEN, S.W. SHEPHERDSON, T. SMITH. L.B. TAYLOR Honorary Auditors Edwards, Marshall & Co. Life Members H.V. MILLARD, A.T. MARLOW, J.F. CARNE, W,J.M. EWING, J.W. HULL. D.T. BARTLETT, K.J. DUKE, M.J. DOLEY, C.W. BRITTON, G.T, GOULTER, L,B, TAYLOR Honorary Life Members MRS. V. HAYMAN, J,M, PAECH, G. RUXTON, D,J. SHAKES, W. GRIMSEY Executive Officer R.C. DUFFY ESQ. ADELAIDE TURF CRICKET ASSOCIATION INC. PRESIDENT'S REPORT Season 1985 - 1986 We live in a time when change, imposed upon us at a bewildering rate, has become the order of the day. I n seeking to derive the maximum enjoyment from our leisure hours, we look for an escape route free from the turbulence which features this day and age. Yet is it realistic to believe that we can put aside the attitudes nurtured and developed during the other 6V2 days in the week in order that Saturday afternoons may be spent free from the tensions built up in everyday life? There is plenty of evidence to suggest that many people find it difficult to adjust from one environment to the other. Yet if our sporting relaxation is to be enjoyed we each have an obligation, to ourselves and those around us, to never forget that the wonderful game of Cricket was created for the enjoyment of those competing. Those who have accepted the commitment to administer our Association have far too often been called upon to use their freely given valuable time attending to the problems created by others who have overlooked what the purpose of sport is all about. I have chosen not to be specific in my comments but rather to express some thoughts which may give cause for a little deeper thinking by those who have offended and yet continue to care. INTER ASSOCIATION MATCHES An embarrassing defeat in Melbourne caused the selectors to review some of the strategies associated with the conduct of interstate fixtures. The adoption of a number of recommendations made in a 1980 report have served us well but the time for a new look at the situation was apparent when a talented team failed to deliver to any- thing like the level of its potential. Giving due consideration to a number of separate accounts of the game, the selectors recommended several pro- posed changes to the Executive Committee for implementation for the 1986 -87 game. It will be quite interesting to observe how effective those changes will be. S.AC.A. SEMINAR I was pleased to be able to present a paper to the seminar conducted by the S.A.C.A. on 20 April 1986. A copy of my address has been circulated to each club and I do not propose to repeat the detail here. Suffice it to say that the S.A.C.A. now clearly understands our wish to participate in any planning designed to be for the better- ment of cricket generally. LIAISON WITH THE UMPIRE'S ASSOCIATION Every cloud has a silvery lining so the saying goes. It was pleasing that we were able to convert a somewhat difficult problem with the Umpire's Association into a very positive and progressive step which will benefit both bodies in the future, I offer my congratulations to men of goodwill on both sides who sat down and developed some guidelines which will correct many of the areas previously requiring attention. I would be remiss not to acknowledge the contribu- tion of Simon Lane in this regard. RETIREMENT OF SIR DONALD BRADMAN At the conclusion of the 1985 -86 season Sir Donald cut his final formal ties with the S.A.C.A. I wrote to Sir Donald to thank him for his immense contribution to the game and especially for the kindness he so often displayed to our Association. In responding he stated that "It has been my privilege to know you and other 'TURF' personalities and thank you for the courtesy always shown me. I know we shall both do what we can in our respective fields to try and further the best interests of cricket." I know that you will all join me in wishing Sir Donald and Lady Bradman good health and happiness in their final well earned retirement. SO TO 1986 -87: A new season always heralds hopes and aspirations for new achievements. To each player and club, my best wishes for every success- I look forward to each to be a credit to our great game. JOHN A. RAWES President CHAIRMAN'S REPORT The 1985/86 Season was again another year of challenge and change. The auditors Touche Ross & Co. did not seek re- election and their association in conjunction with Mr. W.J.M. Ewing have reviewed the Association's finances for a very long time and we are indebted for their support and guidance. The Season also had a new Treasurer, Mr. M. Syner- Lyons, and you will note that the presentation of the Association's finances reflect a new eta. It was most pleasing that we were able to engage Edwards, Marshall & Co. as our new auditors, and I am sure that their support will continue in the development of our financial presentations. The Season also brought a change in our coaching and managing of our underage teams against the Para Districts Association. This was the first Season that Peter Wang was not involved with our Under 16 team, and I thank him for his involvement since inception of these games. Peter's time and effort were much appreciated by those lads whom he managed over the number of years. 1985/86 introduced a one day knock -out series sponsored by Brock Younger Co., all Al clubs were involved and it proved to be a keenly fought contest, and I congratulate Ferryden Park for being the inaugural winners of the cup. Next season more teams will participate and I am sure that this will be a regular annual competition. The Association is indebted to our sponsors, Mr. M. Brock and Mr. R. Younger This year the Association suffered a humiliating loss at the hands of the Victorian Sub- District Association and I hope that our players will react and respond to the next game which will be played at home. My thanks to all members of the Executive Committee for their support and time and effort in conducting the affairs of the Association. There has been a vacancy on the Executive Committee all year and it is hoped that the position will be filled for next season. My congratulations to the Walkerville Cricket Club on winning the Al Premiership and similarly my congratulations to all other successful teams and trophy winners for their fine performances. All presentations were made at the end of the season Trophy Presentation Cabaret, and by all comments, another outstanding function. In conclusion, I wish all affiliated Clubs, their Officials and Registered Players - Good Luck and Good Cricket during the 1986/87 Season. GIL KOLENBERG Chairman EXECUTIVE OFFICER'S REPORT I n my report for the 1984 -85 Season I stated that the Adelaide Turf Cricket Association Inc. was mainly administered on an honorary basis with members of the executive committee giving their time free to the running of the association -the executive members are appointed for a two year term that also includes positions on various sub -committees, in all there are eleven committee members responsible for the every day running of the association. Unfortunately, in season 1985 -86 the executive committee operated one member short, all attempts to fill the position failed, which In turn placed an extra work load on serving members. I now wish to appeal to all clubs affiliated with the Adelaide Turf Cricket Association to give their support and nominate person's capable to sit on the executive committee and assist with the every day running. The 1985 -86 Season saw two new ventures take place: - 1. The Brock -Younger Knock -out Competition. 2. Formation of teams from the Intellectually Disabled Persons S.A. Inc. (1) The Brock -Younger Knock -out Competition proved very successful with 16 teams participating, the associations appreciation and thanks goes to the "Sponsors" Michael Brock and Rob Younger -A detail report has been included, also further to Michael for the time he devoted to the A.T.C.A. on the Mark Robertson Show with 5AA - Thank you Michael. (2) The 1985 -86 Seasons saw the foundation of teams from the Intellectually Disable Persons S.A. Inc. The competition is played under "J" Grade and many thanks must go the the clubs that supported this venture. namely Edwardstown, Adelaide, Gepps Cross and Rostrevor - the time devoted by members of these clubs was most appreciated and we look forward to further expansion in 1986 -87. I would now like to thank the president of the association, Mr. J.A. Rawes for his help and assistance during the season also the chairman and committee members of the executive - to committee members Noal Keen and Trevor Smith in their first twelve months thank you for your assistance, also to Gerry Goulter for the long hours he devotes to the A.T.C.A.