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| New Outdoor and Indoor Rules 2010/11 | |
| EH sent the following statement to all HUA's The Board of England Hockey have approved introduction of the new 2011-12 Rules of Hockey (Outdoor and Indoor) at the start of the coming hockey season (1 September 2010). This decision is supported by the FIH and follows a proposal from the Officiating & Rules Committee. “Implementing the new rules on 1 September 2010 will ensure that all competitions are played under a consistent set of rules for the entire season. With the significance of the indoor change and our indoor EHL and National Knock-Out Competitions in counties and regions starting pre Christmas, it was agreed that to have the competitions start with old rules, and then conclude with new would be very difficult. Additionally the decision is supported by the recognition that the new Rules are almost all matter of fact and not judgmental in any respect. No change should prove confusing or difficult for any player, umpire or coach to understand. Umpiring Associations should not need to arrange meetings to discuss these changes. Many will, of course, but those who cannot get a date fixed at short notice should still be able to notify umpires easily without risk of misinterpretation.” the new rules can be found by clicking on the web handbook | |
| GRAND MASTERS WORLD CUP | |
The World Cup competitions for the age groups 60+, 65+ and 70+ will take place in Cape Town from 15th to 24th September this year. The nations taking part are Australia, England, Germany, Italy, New Zealand, Scotland, The Netherlands, South Africa and Wales. Umpires are needed (there is no requirement for umpires to have reached bus pass age) but the snag is that we have to pay our own way. Return flights are in the order of £650, the hotel is about £50 per night sharing and no doubt we shall need to eat and, just possibly, consume the occasional libation. We shall stay in the same hotel as the England teams, the Protea, which is situated close to the Waterfront complex of shops and restaurants. If you are interested, or would like more information, please contact Ian Marsh on 01707 890846 or susanianmarsh@ntlworld.com. | |
| Changes in Committee | |
| As previously announced Richard Wood is now President, Kevin Burge has replaced Richard as Vice President and Lia Waine has become the L2 co-ordinator | |
| Congratulation to Jack Harris | |
| Jack Harris received the Young Performance Umpire of the Year award at the EH Dinner last saturday. Our warmest congratulaions Jack, well done | |
| SCHUA President | |
| It is with great pride that I take over the mantle of SCHUA President from James and I look forward to serving you all. Kevin Burge has accepted the role as Vice President and I am sure he will be of great benefit to our Association. Dawn and Karen continue in their respective roles and as the Officers of SCHUA we commit ourselves to the futherance of umpiring within the South and the progression of all members. Richard Wood | |
| James O'Hara | |
| At the AGM on 8th June James retired as President of SCHUA after five years in the post and he was presented with a wine decanter and some wine. He was also elected as a Life Vice President and was given a plaque to mark the occasion. |
