Watford Town Youth F.C. Club Handbook 2011/12

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1 Watford Town Youth F.C Club Handbook 2011/12

2 The Committee Watford Town Youth Football Club Committee Members and Coaches The Coaches Chris Edwards - Chairman Adam Skordi - Under 8 s chrisedwards7@btinternet.com skordi@hotmail.com Jim Swan - Vice Chairman Chris Ashton - Under 9 s swan903@btinternet.com ashtoncalarada@aol.com Alison Morey - Secretary Jon Griffin - Under 10 s alison.morey1@ntlworld.com jongri@microsoft.com Club Welfare Officer - Ann Smith Chris Edwards - Under 10 s dominicantessyellow@yahoo.co.uk chrisedwards7@btinternet.com Club Welfare Officer - Kim Ormsby Steve Meaker - Under 11 s k.daimond@aol.com steve.meaker@xerox.com Social Secretary - Mark O Brien Andrew Stevens - Under 12 s mark@publicsectordirect.com a.stevens635@btinternet.com Treasurer - Yogesh Patel Mohammed Enajar - Under 12 s ypatel1@hotmail.com anzar1@hotmail.co.uk Phil Sanders - Under 13 s David Salkeld - Under 13 s

3 Contents 1. Welcome Note 2. Respect Code of Conduct for Players 3. Respect Code of Conduct for Parents 4. Code of Conduct for Spectators 5. Code of Conduct for Managers and Coaches 6. Match Day Delegate 7. Fines, Insurance and Fees 8. Equal Opportunities Policy 9. Anti Discrimination Policy 10. Child Safeguarding Policy 15. Club Complaints Procedure 16. Constitution Club Membership Form

4 Welcome to Watford Town Youth Football Club Our Club is affiliated to the Hertfordshire Football Association. The Club strives to be fair and competitive and aims to provide football for all, our aim is to provide football coaching for boys and girls from the age of 5 upwards, regardless of ability, creed, colour or ethnic background. We aim to keep a friendly, caring, family environment within the club and will not tolerate poor behaviour, bad language or abuse in any form from players, parents, spectators, managers or club officials whilst attending a WTYFC club fixture, training session or other event. Watford Town Youth Football Club has been awarded the prestigious FA Chartered Standard Club Award. The award is in recognition of the hard work carried out by the Coaches, Managers and administration staff, who have worked very hard in order to understand the safety needs of the children in their care. As an FA Chartered Standard Club, Watford Town Youth Football Club has adopted the best practices set out by FA policy for child safety. These guidelines cover first aid, safe play, emotional and physical protection and a Club Welfare Officer. We have always put the safety and welfare of all it s members in the forefront and has set down the codes of conducts in this handbook which clearly states what is and what is not expected from those associated with the club. These policies, the club constitution and other information can be found on the club website at I hope your son/daughter has a long and enjoyable time with Watford Town Youth F.C. Chris Edwards Chairman 1

5 Respect Code of Conduct for Players Players are the most important people in the sport. Playing for the team, and for the team to try and win, is the most fundamental part of the game. But fair play and respect for others are also fundamentally important in the game. Players SHOULD 1. Always play to the best of there ability. 2. Play fairly, don t cheat, complain or waste time. 3. Respect team-mates, the other team, the referee and the Coach/Manager. 4. Play by the rules, as directed by the referee. 5. Shake hands with the other team and referee at the end of the game. 6. Listen and respond to what the Coach/Manager tells you. 7. Talk to someone you trust or the Club Welfare Officer if unhappy about anything at the club. 8. Safeguard the physical fitness of opponents, avoid violence and unsporting play and help injured opponents. 9. Accept the referee s decision, do not argue with the officials. 10.Abide by the decision of the coach who is there to help you. 2

6 Respect Code of Conduct for Parents/Carers The Managers/Coaches are not child minders, they are there to develop football skills for the younger age groups. You should remain with your child during training and matches. Parents SHOULD 1. Remember that children play for FUN. 2. Applaud effort and good play as well as success. 3. Always Respect the match official s decisions. 4. Remain outside the field of play and within the designated Spectators area (where provided). 5. Let the coach do their job and not confuse the players by telling them what to do. 6. Encourage the players to Respect the opposition, referee and match officials. 7. Avoid criticising a player for making a mistake - mistakes are part of learning. 8. Never engage in, or tolerate, offensive, insulting, or abusive language or behaviour. 9. Praise good behaviour quickly to show adults value it. 10. Respect other players by giving the club good notice if you are unable to attend a game. 11. Talk to your child s manager if you have any concerns. 3

7 Code of Conduct for Spectators Nearly all our spectators are parents or relations. You are not paying to to watch two teams battle to win an FA Cup tie! You are concerned with the development of your child. GET IT RIGHT! Enjoy being a spectator, but please take note of the points below. 1. Set a good example. The youngsters copy your conduct and attitude. 2. Recognise sporting behaviour. Show that you appreciate sportsmanship on the field. Encouraging players to shake hands at the end of the game is just one example. 3. Consider others. Even if excited by the game, remember to be considerate to other spectators - young and old. 4. Learn the Laws of the Game. Then you will appreciate how difficult interpretation can be. Never criticise referees by shouting from the touchline. Without the referee there is no game. 5. Never use foul or abusive language. WTYFC is responsible for your behaviour on the touchline. Don t let us down.more importantly don t let the players down. WTYFC will withdraw our teams should any manager believe this is occurring. 6. Never take the law into your own hands. The managers, coaches and match officials have been appointed to deal with all situations. Your interference will only serve to complicate matters. 7. Never be drawn into disputes. Players may not understand the language being used by adults. But they are always fully aware of feelings. Arguments and expressions of disquiet will not result in a successful outcome to the game. 8. Football is a game of enjoyment for the players and spectators alike. Support your child and his/her team in a manner that will maintain the high standards the club expects from all it s players and spectators. 4

8 Code of Conduct for Managers and Coaches Coaches directly affect the behaviour of players under their supervision. It is natural that coaches want to win. This code is not intended to conflict with that. However the code calls for coaches to disassociate themselves from a win at all costs attitude. The health, safety, welfare and moral education of players are the first priority of the coach Coaches must also : 1. Respect the rights, dignity and worth of each and every person and treat each equally within the context of the sport. 2. Place the well being and safety of each player above all else. 3. Adhere to the guidelines laid down by governing bodies, club codes of conduct and child protection procedures. 4. Develop an appropriate working relationship with each player and parent based on mutual trust and respect. 5. Not exert undue influence to obtain personal benefit or reward. 6. Encourage and guide players to accept responsibility for their own behaviour and performance. 7. Ensure the activities they direct or advocate are appropriate for the age, maturity, experience and ability of players. 8. At the outset, clarify with the players (and parents) exactly what is expected of them and also what they are entitled to expect from their coach. 9. Co-operate fully with other specialists (e.g. parents, other coaches, officials, doctors) in the best interests of the player. Always promote the positive aspects of the sport (e.g. fair play) and never condone violations of the laws of the game, behaviour contrary to the spirit of the laws of the game, relevant rules and regulations, or the use of prohibited substances or techniques. 10. Consistently display high standards of behaviour and appearance. 11. Not use or tolerate inappropriate language. 5

9 Match Day Delegate It is the responsibility of every club involved in youth football to provide a match day delegate for each match in which they participate. The delegate must report to the match referee at least 15 minutes prior to kick off. Clubs in breach of this rule shall be liable to a fine (Herts FA Rule, County Youth Competitions). The Role of the Match Day Delegate Both clubs home and away, must nominate a responsible adult/member of their club to act as match delegate on the day of the game. Where possible this should NOT be the team manager or coach, but another adult who is at the match. The responsibility of the Match Day Delegate will be to : 1. Upon arrival at the venue, the Delegate from the home team will ask their opponents who their Match Day Representative is and make introductions to each other. 2. Together, they will then report to the match referee at least 15 minutes before the start of the game and introduce themselves to him/her. 3. It will primarily be the responsibility of the home team Match Day Delegate to look after the referee before, during and after the match until he/she leaves the ground. Although it would be preferable if the home and away delegates did the job together. 4. Show the referee where the changing room and toilets are, directing them to the correct pitch, possibly offering a drink at half time or after the game, making sure that they get paid. 5. During the game, each delegate will be responsible for the behaviour of all club members and spectators. If the referee needs to he/she will, during a stoppage in play, approach the Match Delegate, to assist him/her in dealing with any problems that occur. 6. To fill in match results cards, sign off opponents cards, issue players with ID cards if applicable to your league, confirm results with the match official and sign results cards (club official or Match Day Delegate to perform this task). 6

10 Fines All players and officials are reminded that any fines incurred as a result of action by either the relevant League or County FA are the responsibility of the individual. Watford Town Youth Football Club does not operate a policy of fining it s players for breaches of discipline or rules of governing bodies. Insurance The club provides Third Party Liability Insurance as required by our FA affiliations, however, football is a contact sport and all players are deemed to have accepted the fact that they play at their own risk and that Watford Town Youth Football Club recommends that individuals take out personal accident insurance to safeguard themselves from financial loss due to injury. Fees The fees for Watford Town Youth Football Club have been calculated as an annual membership fee. The club runs it s membership from 1st September through to 31st August. We ask for payment to be made in full, either by cash or cheque, made payable to Watford Town Youth FC. The current annual membership fee is 135 and 65 per sibling thereafter. Please note that the executive Committee will not allow players whose fees are outstanding to be considered for selection, and may also suspend a player from training until such time as the outstanding balance has been cleared. 7

11 Equal Opportunities Policy Watford Town Youth Football Club is committed to a policy of equal treatment of all members, and requires all members of whatever level or authority, to abide and adhere to this general principle and the requirements of the codes of practice issued by the Equal Opportunities Commission for Racial Equality. All members are expected to abide by the requirements for the Race Relations Act 1976, Sex Discrimination Act 1986 and Disability Discrimination Act Specifically discrimination is prohibited by: 1. Treating any individual on grounds of gender, colour, marital status, race, nationality, ethnic or national origin, religion, sexual orientation or disability, less favourably than others. 2. Expecting an individual solely on the grounds stated above to comply with requirements for any reason whatsoever related to their membership, which are different from the requirements of Others. 3. Expecting from an individual requirements which are in effect more onerous on that individual than they are on others. For example this would include applying a condition which makes it more difficult for members of a particular race or sex to comply, than others not of that race or sex. 4. Victimisation of an individual. 5. Harassment of an individual. 6. Any other act or omission of an act, which has as it s effect the disadvantaging of a member against another, or others, purely on the above grounds. Thus, in all the clubs recruitment selection, promotion and training process, as well as disciplinary matters, it is essential that merit, experience, skills and temperament are considered as objectively as possible. 8

12 Watford Town Youth FC commits itself to the immediate investigation of any claims of discrimination on the before said grounds and where such is found to be the case, a requirement that the practise cease forthwith: restitution of damage or loss (if necessary); investigation of any member accused of discrimination. Any member found guilty of discrimination will be instructed to desist forthwith, since discrimination in it s many forms is against the club s policy. Any members offending will be dealt with under the disciplinary procedure. The club commits itself to the disabled person whenever possible and will treat such members, in aspects of their recruitment and membership, in exactly the same manner as other members. The difficulties of their disablement permitting assistance will be given, whenever possible to ensure that disabled members are helped in gaining access. Appropriate training will be made to such members who request it. 9

13 Anti Discrimination Policy Watford Town Youth FC is responsible for setting standards and values to apply throughout the club at every level. Football belongs to and should be enjoyed by everyone equally. Our commitment is to confront and eliminate discrimination whether by grounds of sex, sexual orientation, race, nationality, ethnic origin, colour, religion or disability. This includes: 1. The advertisement for volunteers. 2. The selection for volunteers. 3. The selection of candidates for volunteers. 4. Courses. 5. External coaching and education activities and awards. 6. Football development activities. 7. Selection for teams. 8. Appointments to honorary positions. Watford Town Youth FC will not tolerate sexual or racially biased harassment or other discriminatory behaviour, whether physical or verbal, and will work to ensure that such behaviour is met with appropriate action in whatever context it occurs. Watford Town Youth FC is committed to the development of the programme of ongoing training and awareness, raising events and activities, in order to promote the education of non discrimination within it s own organisation, and within football as a whole. 10

14 Child Safeguarding Policy Procedures for Safeguarding Children s Welfare Watford Town Youth FC is committed to creating and preserving the safest possible environment for children to play football. It is the duty of all club and team officials and any other individuals directly or indirectly involved with children playing at the club to be aware of and help prevent the abuse which children can suffer; physical, sexual, neglect, bullying and emotional. Watford Town Youth FC accepts children s welfare is paramount and all children whatever their age, culture, disability, gender or religious belief, have the right to protection from abuse.all suspicions and allegations of abuse will be taken seriously and responded to in an appropriate manner. The procedures below apply to all teams playing football under the authority of Watford Town Youth FC. Declaration and Training All those with designated responsibilities for providing football for young people ( up to 18 years old) must undertake an appropriate training programme. Forms of Abuse There are five main categories of abuse you should be aware of: Physical This can include direct acts of physical injury upon a child or young person, which are not the result of normal competitive interaction. This can also include training sessions, which clearly exceed capacity of the child s body to manage and discouraging young people to take alcohol, inappropriate drugs or cigarettes. Sexual This includes all forms of sexual acts perpetrated upon a child by another person. Younger children cannot give consent due to their age and inexperience, but this issue is more complex between older children of similar age groups. The essential issue is one of exploitation, which is considered to have occurred if the activity was unwanted when first begun and/or involved a misuse of power, age or authority. This can also include exposure or failure to prevent the exposure of children to all forms of pornography. 11

15 Neglect This relates to the persistent failure to prevent the exposure of a child to danger, or the extreme failure to carry out important aspects of care, medical or physical, which results in the significant impairment of the child s health or development. This can occur when a coach fails to adequately supervise the safety of young children or exposes any child to extreme or unmanageable conditions or preventable risk of serious injury. Emotional This is persistent and psychological ill treatment, which results in a severe impact upon a child s behaviour and development. It will involve a denial of normal respect and may take the form of persistent personal criticism or humiliation in the absence of any positive praise or concern for the child s feelings. This can happen in competitive situations when children are subject to a persistent level of personalised criticism and/or bullying as a result of the unrealistic expectations of others. Bullying It is not always easy to define bullying. It can take many forms and is usually repeated over a period of time. The three main types of bullying are: Physical (e.g. Hitting, kicking and theft) Verbal (e.g. Racist or homophobic remarks, threats or name calling) Emotional (e.g. Isolating and individual from activities) Emotional or verbal bullying is more common in football than physical violence. It can also be difficult to deal with or prove. Recognising Abuse It is not always easy to recognise a situation where abuse is occurring. Any concerns about the welfare of a child or young person should be reported as explained in these procedures. Indications that a child or young person may be suffering from abuse Include: Unexplained suspicious injuries such as bruising, cuts or burns, particularly if situated on a part of the body not normally prone to such injuries. Any injury for which the explanation seems inconsistent. The child or young person describing what appears to be an abusive act involving him/her. 12

16 Someone else - a child or adult, expressing concern about the welfare of another child or young person. Unexplained changes in behaviour - e.g. Becoming very quiet, withdrawn, or displaying sudden outbursts of temper. Sexual awareness inappropriate for age. Engaging in sexual explicit behaviour in games. Being mistrustful of adults, particularly those with whom a close relationship would normally be expected. Having difficulty in making friends. Being prevented from socialising with other children or young people. Variations in eating patterns including over eating or loss of appetite. Loss of weight for no apparent reason. Becoming increasingly dirty or unkempt. This list is not exhaustive and the presence of one or more of the indicators is not proof that abuse is actually taking place. All children and young people will suffer cuts, bruising and grazes from time to time, and their behaviour may sometimes give cause for concern. There may well be reason for these factors other than abuse. If, however, you are concerned about the welfare of a young person you MUST ACT! Do not assume that somebody else will. What to do if a person makes allegations of abuse Remember non action is not an option in child protection. The following action should be taken by anyone who has concerns about the welfare of a child or young person in football, the home or other settings. Under stand that this may be the only time the person has built up courage to tell someone what has happened. 13

17 Stop what you are doing and respect the person s privacy, listen to what they tell you. DO NOT react in a way, which may add to the person s distress e.g. With anger or shock. Only ask questions to establish exactly what was done and who did it. Explain that you cannot promise to keep any secrets and that you may have to tell someone more senior. DO NOT ask leading questions e.g. did he/she...? Let the person know that you understand how difficult it is to talk about such experiences. Inform the Watford Town Youth FC designated Club Welfare Officer. Make an accurate record of the time and date and exactly what was said. DO NOT discuss with any other parties who may be involved. When dealing with Young Persons Always Treat all players and children with respect and dignity befitting of their age. Watch your language, tone of voice and the nature of any physical contact. Record and report all allegations of abuse. Never Engage in rough, physical or sexually provocative games including horseplay. Allow or engage inappropriate or intrusive touching of any kind. Make sexually suggestive comments to a child even in fun. 14

18 Not follow up any allegations a child may make, always act as directed. Invade the privacy of children when they are changing, showering or going to the toilet. Avoid Doing things of an intimately personal nature that children can do for themselves e.g. going to the toilet. Spending excessive amounts of time alone with the children away from others. Taking children alone on car journeys however short. Taking children to your home. Where any of the situations are unavoidable, first seek parental consent where possible. If unable to speak to the parents, always inform them of the circumstances as soon as practicable. The above is covered more extensively in the FA s Child Protection Procedures and Practises Handbook. 15

19 Club Complaints Procedure In the event that any member feels that he or she has suffered discrimination in any way or that the Club Policies, Rules or Code of Conduct have been broken, they should follow the procedures below: 1. They should report the matter to the Club Secretary or another member of the Committee. The report should include: Details of what, when and where the occurrence took place Any witness statement and names Names of others who have been treated in a similar way Details of any former complaints made about the incident, date, when and to whom made A preference for a solution to the incident. 2. The Club s Management Committee will sit for any hearings that are requested. 3. The Club s Management Committee will have the power to: Warn as to future conduct Suspend from membership Remove from membership any person found to have broken the Club s Policies or Codes of Conduct. 16

20 CONSTITUTION NAME The club shall be called Watford Town Youth Football Club. (the club) OBJECTS The objects of the club shall be to arrange association football matches and social activities for it s members. STATUS OF RULES These rules (the club rules) form a binding agreement between each member of the club. RULES AND REGULATIONS The club shall have the status of an Affiliated Member of the Football Association by virtue of it s affiliation to membership of The Hertfordshire Football Association. The Rules and Regulations of The Football Association Limited and Football Association or any other League or Competition to which the Club is affiliated for the time being shall be deemed to be incorporated into the Club Rules. No alteration to the Club Rules shall be effective without prior written approval of The Parent Association. CLUB MEMBERSHIP The members of the Club from time to time shall be those persons listed in the register of members which shall be maintained by the Club Secretary. Any person who wishes to be a member must apply using a Club Membership Form and deliver it to the Club Secretary. Election to membership shall be at the sole discretion of the Executive Committee. Membership shall become effective upon an applicant s name being entered in the Membership Register. Persons under the age of 16 shall have no voting rights nor be eligible for election to the Executive Committee. A parent of a playing member under the age of 16 is automatically registered as an associate member of the club without incurring any membership fee. Membership of the club is open to all members of the public irrespective of race, nationality, national origin, colour, disability, age, gender, marital status, sexual orientation, political or religious beliefs. Any player, who registers with Watford Town Youth Football Club and wishes to additionally sign for another club during the playing season, must seek permission from Watford Town Youth Football Club before doing so. In the event of a member s resignation or expulsion, his or her name shall be removed from the Membership Register. Each member to be notified, in each event as to liabilities they may have with the club. The Hertfordshire Association or an Affiliated Association shall be given access to the Membership on demand. ANNUAL MEMBERSHIP FEE An annual fee payable by each member shall be determined from time to time by the Executive Committee. Any fee shall be payable on a successful application for Membership and annually by each member. Fees shall not be repayable. The Executive Committee shall have the authority to levy further subscriptions from the Members as are responsibly necessary to fulfil the objects of the club. 17

21 RESIGNATION AND EXPULSION A member shall cease to be a member of the club if, and from the date on which, he/she gives notice to the Executive Committee of his/her resignation. A member whose annual membership fee is more than 2 months in arrears shall be deemed to have resigned. A member who is in dispute with a Club Officer or a Member of the Club will be able to have their case considered by the Executive Committee. The Executive Committee shall have the power to expel a member when, in their opinion, it would not be in the interest of the club for him/her to remain a member. If the member wishes to appeal the decision, they need to notify the Club Secretary in writing within 10 days. The Club will then follow the Club Complaints Procedure. A member who resigns or is expelled shall not be entitled to claim any, or a share of any, Club Property. CLUB COMMITTEE The Club Officers shall consist of the Chairperson, Club Secretary, Club Treasurer, Social Secretary and Club Welfare Officer, other Officers as required, in order to conduct the clubs business, may be nominated and elected at the Annual General Meeting or co-opted by the Committee. A President and Vice President as and when elected by the club will stand as non-voting members of the Committee. Each Club Officer and Executive Committee Member shall hold office from the date of appointment until the next Annual General Meeting unless otherwise resolved at a Special Meeting. One person may hold no more than two positions of Club Officer at any time. The Executive Committee shall be responsible for the management of all the affairs of the club. Decisions of the Executive Committee shall be made by a simple majority of those attending the Executive Committee Meeting. The Chairperson of the Executive Committee Meeting shall have a casting vote in the event of a tie. Meetings of the Executive Committee shall be chaired by the Chairperson or in his/her absence the Vice- Chairperson shall take the chair. The quorum for the transaction of business of the Club Committee shall be 3. All members of the Executive Committee, Management Committee and any Sub-Committees must be present at meetings. Failure to appear at 3 consecutive meetings without satisfactory explanation to the chair, may mean the member appearing before said Committee in person to give explanation. Decisions of the Executive Committee of meetings shall be entered into the minute s book of the club to be maintained by the Club Secretary. Any member of the Executive Committee may call a meeting of the Executive Committee by giving not less than 7 days notice to all members of the Executive Committee. The Executive Committee shall hold not less than 4 meetings a year. An outgoing member of the Executive Committee may be re-elected. Any vacancy on the Executive Committee, which arises between Annual General Meetings,, shall be filled by a member proposed by one and seconded by another of the remaining Executive Committee members and approved by a simple majority of the remaining Executive Committee members. Save as provide for in Rules and Regulations of The Hertfordshire Football Association and the Affiliated Association, to which the club is affiliated, The Executive Committee shall have the power to decide all questions and Disputes arising in respect of any issue concerning the Club Rules. 18

22 ANNUAL AND SPECIAL GENERAL MEETINGS An Annual General Meeting (AGM) shall be held in May of each year to transact the following business. Receive a report of the activities of the club over the previous year. Receive a report of the clubs finances over the previous year. Election of the Club Officers. Consider any business which has been notified in writing to the Secretary not less than 14 days prior to the meeting. The Club Secretary shall notify all members of the Annual General Meeting at least 28 days before the date of the meeting. Nominations for election of members as Club Officers shall be made in writing by the proposer and seconder, both of whom must be existing members of the club, to the Club Secretary not less than 14 days before the AGM. Notice of any resolution to be proposed at the AGM shall be given in writing to the Club Secretary not less than 14 days before the Meeting. A Special General Meeting (SGM) may be called at any time by the Club Committee, and shall be called within 21 days of the receipt by the Club Secretary of a requisition in writing, signed by not less than 10 members stating the purposes for which the meeting is required, and the resolutions proposed. Business at a SGM may be any business that may be transacted at an AGM. The Secretary shall notify all members of a General Meeting with the resolutions to be proposed at least 14 days before the meeting. The quorum of the meeting shall be 5. The Chairperson or in his/her absence, a member selected by the Executive Committee, shall take the chair. Each member present shall have one vote. Resolutions shall be passed by a single majority. In the event of an equality of votes the Chairperson of the meeting shall have the casting vote. The Club Secretary, or in his/her absence a member of the Executive Committee, shall enter minutes of the General Meeting into the Minute Book.. The appointed members shall present to the Executive Committee at it s last meeting prior to an AGM a written report of the activities of the team. Club Teams and Team Members At it s first meeting following an AGM, the Club Chairperson will nominate team managers to the Executive Committee to approve and appoint for the forthcoming season. The team managers are responsible for attending or arranging a representative to attend all appropriate League and Club meetings. Where necessary they must pass on any relevant information to the Club Secretary. Any Manager incurring fines through non-attendance will be personally liable. At the end of the current playing season the Team Manager will collect in any perennial trophies or shields from the previous season and return them to the Chairperson. 19

23 CLUB FINANCES A bank account shall be opened and maintained in the name of the Club (the club account). Designated account signatories shall be the Club Chairperson, the Club Secretary and the Treasurer. No sum shall be drawn from the Club Account except by cheque signed by two of the three designated signatories. All money payable to the club shall be received by the Treasurer and deposited in the Club Account. The income and assets of the club (the club property) shall be applied only in furtherance of the objects of the club. The Executive Committee shall have the power to authorise the payment of remuneration and expenses to any member of the club and to any persons for services rendered to the club. The club shall prepare an annual Financial Statement in such form as shall be published by the Football Association from time to time. The Club Property, other than the Club Account, shall be vested in not less than two custodians, one of whom shall be the Treasurer and the Chairperson the other, (the custodians), shall deal with the Club Property as directed by decisions of the Club Committee, and entry in the minute book shall be conclusive evidence of such a decision. The Custodians shall be appointed by the club in a General Meeting and shall hold office until death or resignation unless removed by a resolution passed at a General Meeting. On his/her removal or resignation a Custodian shall execute a Conveyance in such form as is published by The Association from time to time to a newly elected Custodian or the existing Custodians as directed by the Club Committee. On the death of a Custodian, any Club Property vested in him shall vest automatically in the surviving Custodians. If there is only one surviving Custodian, a SGM shall be convened as soon as possible to appoint another Custodian. DISSOLUTION A RESOLUTION TO DISSOLVE THE CLUB SHALL BE PROPOSED AT A General Meeting and shall be carried by a majority of at least three-quarters of the members present. The dissolution shall take effect from the date of the resolution and the members of the Executive Committee shall be responsible for the winding up of the assets and liabilities of the club. Any surplus assets remaining after the discharge of the debts and liabilities of the club shall be disposed of in such other manner as the Members of the Club with the consent of the Parent Association shall determine. 20