Meeting Minutes
SMAHL Travel Board
October 4, 2004
Mark Kennedy called the meeting to order at 7:15 pm

Attendees
Bob Felser, Mike Frey, Mark Kennedy, Todd Koback, Kathy Lavoy, Wendy Payette, John Weber

Guests
Sharon Duvall, Sharon Bombrys, Joe Reynolds, Shaunna Easton, Ken Krider


September minutes were reviewed.  John Weber made a motion to approve, seconded by Joe Reynolds.  Motion carried.

 

Discussion was held about all travel teams being represented at board meetings.  Two teams were on the road for today’s meeting, Bantam A and PeeWee A Switala.

Scheduler Report – John Weber

Tamoshanter is beginning to use a new scheduling program, making the schedule between SMAHL and Tamoshanter easier.

 

Referee fees are charged per period, not per game.  There is also an up charge for referees requested without 48 hours notice.


Equipment Report - Todd Koback
Storage space has become an issue for the new jerseys.  Todd with work with Mark Kennedy to resolve.

 

Tournament Recap

Mark Kennedy gave a report on tournament feedback.  Both positive and negative comments were given.  A HUGE thank you to all who volunteered their time to pull off a successful event, especially the entire Kennedy family.


New Business

There will be a power skating clinic this week for all travel teams.  There was also discussion to hold a special clinic for goalies.

 

Sharon Bombry’s presented an idea for Kroger card fund raiser.  The Squirt A team will organize this fundraiser for their team.

 
Some teams have elected to pass out jerseys to players, instead of having one or two people take care of them.  Individuals will be financially responsible for them until they are returned at the end of the season.

 

The Ice Digger organization agreed to pay an outstanding balance for a former SMAHL player.


Many comments were taken regarding Tamoshanters’ Pro Shop.  Feedback will be passed onto the rink.

 

Shaunna will verify if SMAHL is hosting the State Tournament for Ohio in March and follow-up with Board members.

 

The bookkeeper has the travel schedule to help verify referee charges.

 

The next board meeting is November 1 at 7:00 pm in The Loft.

 

Motion to adjourn at 8:25 pm made by Mark Kennedy, 2nd by Bob Felser, motion approved.

 

Respectfully Submitted,

Wendy Payette

SMAHL Travel Secretary