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2012/13 SEASON NEWS & INFO Issue 1 2012/13 Season News & Info September 2012 TUNBRIDGE WELLS FORESTERS FC From the Chairman Hello All, I know when the start of the new season is nearly upon us when

Our men s squad who had a great first season and managed by Mike Beale enter their second season.

seasons preparing for this! Our Development Squad is extremely popular and will have the largest intake in the clubs history, so good luck to Paul, Jennie and all those involved.

1 2012/13 SEASON NEWS & INFO Issue /13 Season News & Info September 2012 TUNBRIDGE WELLS FORESTERS FC From the Chairman Hello All, I know when the start of the new season is nearly upon us when all the managers start requesting kit, equipment and friendlies. This season has seen our number swell to somewhere near 33 teams. Our men s squad who had a great first season and managed by Mike Beale enter their second season. We have the new U7 s under the watchful eyes of Julian Daddy who is also the clubs vice chairman and his trusty fellow coaches - a new dawn for these young budding players who have spent the past two seasons preparing for this! Our Development Squad is extremely popular and will have the largest intake in the clubs history, so good luck to Paul, Jennie and all those involved. Closed season CMG have been exceptionally busy with club matters. Paddy has had to register each and every team in to, Tandridge, Crowborough & West Kent Sunday League as well as keeping TWBC happy so our pitches are ready again for another season. Peter has been trying to ensure every Standing Order is set up with the right details ready for another Charter Standard inspection. In between all this the closed season saw Barrie our Director of Football run more of the hugely successful MasterClass camps and judging by the feedback (and big smiles) these were fantastic fun filled days! CMG would like to say a huge big thank you to everyone, especially Trevor Wells for making Presentation & Fun Day a huge success and we hope to announce the date for 2013 soon. Website & Social Media Much needed work on our website over the next few months should see some dramatic changes in the way the club interact with you; our members and players. In the meantime please join/ link to our Twitter and Face book pages new information is often added. Awards Foresters FC collected various awards last season, including league & tournament wins and plenty of runners up in various leagues. This achievement is fantastic and continues to underpin the club philosophy of Football for all in a safe and caring environment. Continued on page 3 IN THIS ISSUE FA Respect & Codes of Conduct Respect is the collective responsibility of everyone involved in football to create a fair, safe and enjoyable environment in which the game can take place. See links and codes of conduct you should read. Page 5 Sponsorship & Kit See our new kit and sponsorship partners for the coming year Page 2 Training times & Venues Find out where and when teams train along with useful information on what to bring. Page 2 Teams & Info Club information and links to Fixtures. Page 3 Kit Donation Tackle Africa New collaboration see - Page 4 Summer Tournament News We use the teamer site to manage events and communications please see Page 5

2012/13 SEASON NEWS & INFO Issue 1 Sponsorship & Kit A big thank you to all our Team sponsors for the 2012/13 season

Your generosity and support is greatly appreciated and we hope we will have a successful season with lots of pictures

U7 s Nortrade Seafood and Amos Architecture U12 s Rubicon Interiors Ltd This year Foresters have returned to the Nike

We have purchased the new kit for the U7 s and U10 s and U12 s U9 s AdEPT Telecom Plc U10 s Secret Cellar and Network

com Training dates and venues Saturday training Development Squad to U11 s normal training will take place for most

30am until 11am please find out exact timings from your year group coach.

15am to 11am Sunday training For the other year groups training and games happen on Sunday - please find out exact

Midweek Training Midweek Training @ 3G pitches TW Boys Grammar School Google Map Link Training is also available for

2 2012/13 SEASON NEWS & INFO Issue 1 Sponsorship & Kit A big thank you to all our Team sponsors for the 2012/13 season please see some of the year group sponsor list below. Your generosity and support is greatly appreciated and we hope we will have a successful season with lots of pictures in the press! U7 s Nortrade Seafood and Amos Architecture U12 s Rubicon Interiors Ltd This year Foresters have returned to the Nike kit as it s preferred strip. It is better quality than the previous suppliers. We have purchased the new kit for the U7 s and U10 s and U12 s U9 s AdEPT Telecom Plc U10 s Secret Cellar and Network Career Management Consultants contact@forestersfc.com Training dates and venues Saturday training Development Squad to U11 s normal training will take place for most year groups on Saturday mornings at Bayham sport pitches except when there is a game. The sessions are usually from 9.30am until 11am please find out exact timings from your year group coach. Saturday Bayham Sports Pitches Google Map Link 9.15am to 11am Sunday training For the other year groups training and games happen on Sunday - please find out exact timings from your year group coach. Midweek Training Midweek 3G pitches TW Boys Grammar School Google Map Link Training is also available for most year groups on a Wednesday/ Thursday evening starting 5th September at the TW Boys Grammar school on 3G artificial pitches. The cost of these weekday sessions is included in the yearly membership fee so please make the most of these. Please ask your year group coach for the exact timings.what is a 3G surface? A 3G surface, or third generation is a long piled tufted carpet that has rubber and sand infill. Rules of the 3G Pitch - No Blade style boots are allowed - No metal stud boots are allowed - No eating on the 3G - No chewing gum on the 3G - Please take all rubbish with you

2012/13 SEASON NEWS & INFO Issue 1 3 MEMBERSHIP & COMMITTEE New Members New members are always welcome so if you know anyone who is interested please get them to email their enquiry to the follow

Of Football Open TBA Welfare Officer FAST FACTS 86% Proportion of players continuing form the U6 squad to U7 42% Average ball possession of England during Euro 2012 games.

Info on Teams and Fixtures Teams This season Foresters teams will be represented in the following; Crowborough & District Junior Football League - U7, U8, U9, U10, U11, U12, U13, U14, U15 Tandridge

U7 Team News Good luck to the U7 Athletico, Dynamo, Rapid and Sporting teams as play their first league games on the 22 nd September.

3 2012/13 SEASON NEWS & INFO Issue 1 3 MEMBERSHIP & COMMITTEE New Members New members are always welcome so if you know anyone who is interested please get them to their enquiry to the follow address: contact@forestersfc.com Committee members Stuart Newman Chairman Julian Daddy Vice Chairman Pete Robinson Membership / Treasurer Paddy Adams Secretary Barrie Pickett Dir. Of Football Open TBA Welfare Officer FAST FACTS 86% Proportion of players continuing form the U6 squad to U7 42% Average ball possession of England during Euro 2012 games. Let s improve on that starting with our players! Info on Teams and Fixtures Teams This season Foresters teams will be represented in the following; Crowborough & District Junior Football League - U7, U8, U9, U10, U11, U12, U13, U14, U15 Tandridge League; U9, U10, U11, U12, U14, U15 West Kent Sunday League; Adults First Junior Fixtures For all fixtures please look at the league websites - click on the league pictures above for a direct link. U7 Team News Good luck to the U7 Athletico, Dynamo, Rapid and Sporting teams as play their first league games on the 22 nd September. U9 Team News After an unprecedented summer of sport and the occasional weekend lie in, the U9 s are back. A couple of inches taller and a few decibels louder, it s an unrecognisable bunch compared to those waspish 5 year olds that turned up for that first dev squad session in This season we are providing 2 CDJFL sides and 1 Tandridge side to accommodate the mixed ability and commitment levels within the squad (numbering c.25 boys). Throughout the year group we continue to focus on the fundamentals of football, it s an inclusive squad where attitude is valued above ability and progress is put ahead of winning at all costs. The aim of the coaching team (Tom Pepper, Keith Knight, Simon Howie and Joe Murphy) is to create a centre of excellence for local boys to enjoy and flourish in the greatest team sport on the planet. We are passionate about harnessing skills on and off the pitch that will stay with the boys for the rest of their lives. It s a proud honour to represent a great club like Foresters, the boys all know this and through hard work anything is possible. We have secured shirt sponsorship from AdEPT Telecom Plc (based in Tunbridge Wells) and have also secured tracksuit sponsorship from Sports Management Agency New Era Owned by Rio Ferdinand. How knows maybe we have a future England captain somewhere among us as we speak! Chairman s report continued.. Well done to all those teams, managers and coaches for your hard work, effort, commitment and above all else dedication to your team Foresters continues to grow. This is down to the players and managers/coaches in each year group who work so hard week in week out and of course the legions of parents who continue to support us all in what we want to do - be involved with "the beautiful game". As a club we are fortunate to have great people to help us which includes, Paddy, Barrie, Julian and Peter. Most of their work is invisible and rarely seen but without their valued input our great club would not be the same. We say goodbye to Carol who stands down and on behalf of the club thank her for all her hard work and dedication over the years. The next season ahead will be as tough if not tougher than the last. Foresters CMG wish each and every player, manager, coach and supporter the very best of sporting luck. People rarely succeed unless they are having fun in what they are doing. Whatever you do, do it well, to the best of your ability and for your team, but above all else do it because you enjoy it. And remember; Ability is what you're capable of doing. Motivation determines what you do. Attitude determines how well you do it. Enjoy your season. Stuart Newman Chairman FOR MORE INFORMATION Any membership enquiries should be sent to the main Foresters address or please talk to one of the coaches INFO contact@forestersfc.com

2012/13 SEASON NEWS & INFO Issue 1 4 Kit Donation The club has started to work with Tackle Africa to recycle old kit who then go on to donate it to good causes.

Since under 12 football in Kenya is played 8v8 the donation was split into three sets of 9 jerseys and shorts meaning three separate organisations would benefit.

They also provide a home for over 200 orphans and vulnerable children. The kit was donated in one of the school classrooms following a training session on the local football pitch.

The children want to go straight back on the field even though we have just finished training. We will be very proud when we wear them.

I can t wait to wear them in our next game, everyone will want to play. Thank you for the donation At training there were around 60 players.

It is a great thing, thank you Donation 2 The second set of kit was donated to Carolina for Kibera.

4 2012/13 SEASON NEWS & INFO Issue 1 4 Kit Donation The club has started to work with Tackle Africa to recycle old kit who then go on to donate it to good causes. The 1 st set of kit used by the U10 s a year ago and worn by the U6 side (see picture to right) that played in it in April 2012 has made its way to Africa. Since under 12 football in Kenya is played 8v8 the donation was split into three sets of 9 jerseys and shorts meaning three separate organisations would benefit. Donation 1 The first set was given to Rehema Day Care and Orphan Centre. The centre offers education to over 600 children from the surrounding communities of Korogocho and Kariobangi. They also provide a home for over 200 orphans and vulnerable children. The kit was donated in one of the school classrooms following a training session on the local football pitch. Jarius Misango, coach of the team was very thankful; Thank you so much to Foresters Football club. This is our first ever set of jerseys. We are so excited. The children want to go straight back on the field even though we have just finished training. We will be very proud when we wear them. Young player Jackson Kithome was also very pleased; The jersey are amazing, they will help our team. We will train harder, play our best and be very proud. I can t wait to wear them in our next game, everyone will want to play. Thank you for the donation At training there were around 60 players. Now there is a kit Coach Elijah Owino believes there will be many more tomorrow. The jerseys are a big motivation. Everyone will want to play which means more children exercising and learning. It is a great thing, thank you Donation 2 The second set of kit was donated to Carolina for Kibera. The organisation, based in Kibera, Nairobi, uses sport to mobilise hundreds of young people across the slum. Boys and girls of all ages are invited to represent the Kings and Queens teams in a number of sports ranging from football to skipping. Ruth Mueni, one of the coach/peer educators told us a little more. At Carolina for Kibera we offer life skills and health education each week to allow young people to discuss issues from their community. We run many different programs that involve sport as the children enjoy playing and exercise. We even go outside Kibera with the children to share ideas and activities with other organisations. This helps us find solutions to any challenges. Fun Day 2012 Tunbridge Wells Foresters Football Club celebrated their annual fun day on Saturday 9 th June 2012 in glorious sunshine. Hundreds of footballers, from under-5s to adults, enjoyed a great day of activities at Bayham Recreation Ground. They also had the chance to meet football legend and guest of honour Alan Curbishley, who managed West Ham and Charlton. The fundraising day was a celebration of the past year, the club's 30th, and the start of preparations for another season in a number of different competitions, including the Crowborough and Tandridge Leagues. Thank you to all those that helped to make the day successful. Look out for 2013 Fun Day dates coming soon.

2012/13 SEASON NEWS & INFO Issue 1 5 2012 Season & Summer Tournament News Many of the year groups competed in summer tournaments and below are some highlights remember that the age groups are from

Fantastic achievement by our U16's who won a thrilling final @ the Jarvis Brook Fiesta this weekend with their other team reaching the Semi.

unbeaten @ the Ridgewaye Fiesta today Well done boys Well done to the U13's '66' who lost narrowly in the final of the Ridgewaye Fiesta today.

Well done boys Fantastic achievements from Albion & Wanderers Under 9's @ the Ridgewaye Fiesta with Albion losing narrowly in the semi Well done Foresters Athletic U9's losing narrowly in extra time

Well done Foresters U9's colts unbeaten @ the Tonbridge Jamboree conceding just one goal - Great play & top stuff Well done to our U11's for winning the Danson Fiesta in Welling beating a strong

5 2012/13 SEASON NEWS & INFO Issue Season & Summer Tournament News Many of the year groups competed in summer tournaments and below are some highlights remember that the age groups are from last year: April saw the U6 side play in an inaugural Foresters FC U6 Tournament. All the 4 teams played exceptionally well for their first games against other clubs. Lots of goals and happy kids! Fantastic achievement by our U16's who won a thrilling the Jarvis Brook Fiesta this weekend with their other team reaching the Semi. Well done to Foresters United U9's who lost narrowly again 1-0 in the the Jarvis Brook Fiesta today VERY, very proud of the boys Great performance from the our U8's Soartak team who went the Ridgewaye Fiesta today Well done boys Well done to the U13's '66' who lost narrowly in the final of the Ridgewaye Fiesta today. Well done to under 8s Spartak - Undefeated in the Ridgeway Tournament. Well done boys Fantastic achievements from Albion & Wanderers Under the Ridgewaye Fiesta with Albion losing narrowly in the semi Well done Foresters Athletic U9's losing narrowly in extra time of the semi final of the Crowborough Fiesta Top performance boys The U12 came runners up in Crowborough Div B congratulations to all the team and coaches. Well done Foresters U9's colts the Tonbridge Jamboree conceding just one goal - Great play & top stuff Well done to our U11's for winning the Danson Fiesta in Welling beating a strong Crayford team in the final Well done to our U13's "66" team who won the plate the Lewis Bridge Fiesta last Sunday Great way 2 finish the season boys Well done to Foresters United U9's. Unlucky runners the Broadoak & Horam Fiesta. Great achievement boys. Foresters U10's narrowly lost in the final at the Pembury tournament. The boys gave 100% and left all their parents proud Well played the U9 s who played in the Sussex Sixes Fiesta - Athletic reached the quarters with United losing narrowly in the semifinal Well done to our U11's who won the Sussex Sixes in Uckfield today Great stuff boys

2012/13 SEASON NEWS & INFO Issue 1 6 FA Respect Respect is the collective responsibility of everyone involved in football to create a fair, safe and enjoyable environment in which the game can take

By supporting and strengthening the Codes of Conduct with possible consequences. There is little point in having a set of rules if no action is taken if and when they're broken.

Player Coach Referee Parents and Spectators Club and League Officials Club Welfare Officers Youth League Welfare Officers County FA Welfare Officers PLAYERS Whether you're in the starting team or on

6 2012/13 SEASON NEWS & INFO Issue 1 6 FA Respect Respect is the collective responsibility of everyone involved in football to create a fair, safe and enjoyable environment in which the game can take place. Guide Link. Introduction Codes of Conduct aren't new and are already in use by some clubs (it is mandatory for Charter Standard clubs). Respect brings them to life. How? By supporting and strengthening the Codes of Conduct with possible consequences. There is little point in having a set of rules if no action is taken if and when they're broken. Respect affects the entire game, and needs your help, regardless of how you are involved in football. Player Coach Referee Parents and Spectators Club and League Officials Club Welfare Officers Youth League Welfare Officers County FA Welfare Officers PLAYERS Whether you're in the starting team or on the bench, your role as a player is crucial to the success of Respect. On a matchday, you'll be expected to work with your coaches and your captain to allow the referee to manage the game without being subjected to abuse. With the game losing thousands of referees from the game every year, it's hugely important, because without the referees, the game isn't the same. If the league you play in adopts the Respect programme, you will be asked to read, agree to, and sign, a Code of Conduct at your club. This will be your 'promise' to abide by a set of rules governing your behavior as a player. Working together with your coach, your captain, and each referee that takes charge of your games during the season, you can play a major role in improving the game for everyone, through Respect. COACHES Coaches have a hugely important role to play in Respect, as they are not only responsible for their own behavior, but they can also influence that of their players and spectators, too. On a match day, you'll be expected to work with your players, parents and other spectators to allow the referee to manage the game without being subjected to abuse. REFEREES The Respect programme aims to allow Referees to officiate matches without being subjected to abuse by players, coaches or spectators - and the referees themselves have a key part to play in the process. Working in partnership with the clubs they officiate, referees can provide post-match feedback regarding the behaviour of players, parents, coaches and other spectators, to help the clubs enforce their Codes of Conduct. PARENTS AND SPECTATORS Parents have a big responsibility as part of the Respect programme. Respect is working to eradicate touchline abuse in football, and parents can play their part by agreeing to, and signing, their club's Code of Conduct and abiding by them throughout the season. Parents also have a responsibility for their children's behaviour. The players will also be asked to sign a Code of Conduct, and parents can encourage their children to adhere to the players' code. CLUB AND LEAGUE OFFICIALS The Respect programme relies on clubs and leagues to take active steps to ensure high standards of conduct throughout their club or league. Leagues can champion the Respect programme, and communicate the importance of Respect to their member clubs through meetings and bulletins Codes of Conduct There are five Codes of Conduct, each listing possible penalties for breaking these 'promises'. The Codes are aimed at: Young Players (link) Adult Players Spectators and Parents/Carers (link) Coaches and Club Officials (link) Match Officials I have also put these documents on the Teamer site (link). Respect works on placing responsibility for their actions on individuals: break your Code, and bear the consequences. 2012/13 Season News & Info PO Box 158 Tunbridge Wells TN2 9AZ

7 The FA Charter Standard Club Programme Respect Code of Conduct for Youth Players Football Club Respect Code of Conduct for Youth Players We all have a responsibility to promote high standards of behaviour in the game. As a player, you have a big part to play. That s why The FA is asking every player to follow a Respect Code of Conduct. When playing football, I will: Always play to the best of my ability Play fairly I won t cheat, complain or waste time. Respect my team-mates, the other team, the referee or my coach/manager. Play by the rules, as directed by the referee Shake hands with the other team and referee at the end of the game Listen and respond to what my coach/team manager tells me Talk to someone I trust or the club welfare officer if I m unhappy about anything at my club. Receive a formal warning from the coach or the club committee Be dropped or substituted Be suspended from training Be required to leave the club. In addition: My club, County FA or The FA may make my parent or carer aware of any infringements of the Code of Conduct The FA/County FA could impose a fine and suspension against my club. I understand that if I do not follow the Code, any/all of the following actions may be taken by my club, County FA or The FA. I may: Be required to apologise to my team-mates, the other team, referee or team manager

8 The FA Charter Standard Club Programme Respect Code of Conduct for spectators and parents/carers Football Club Respect Code of Conduct for spectators and parents/carers We all have a responsibility to promote high standards of behaviour in the game. This club is supporting The FA s Respect programme to ensure football can be enjoyed in a safe, positive environment. Remember children s football is a time for them to develop their technical, physical, tactical and social skills. Winning isn t everything. Play your part and observe The FA s Respect Code of Conduct for spectators and parents/carers at all times. I will: Remember that children play for FUN Applaud effort and good play as well as success Always respect the match officials decisions Remain outside the field of play and within the Designated Spectators Area (where provided) Let the coach do their job and not confuse the players by telling them what to do Encourage the players to respect the opposition, referee and match officials Avoid criticising a player for making a mistake mistakes are part of learning Never engage in, or tolerate, offensive, insulting, or abusive language or behaviour. I understand that if I do not follow the Code, any/all of the following actions may be taken by my club, County FA, league or The FA. I may be: Issued with a verbal warning from a club or league official Required to meet with the club, league or CFA Welfare Officer Required to meet with the club committee Obliged to undertake an FA education course Obliged to leave the match venue by the club Requested by the club not to attend future games Suspended or have my club membership removed Required to leave the club along with any dependents. In addition: The FA/County FA could impose a fine and/or suspension on the club.

9 The FA Charter Standard Club Programme Respect Code of Conduct for coaches, team managers and club officials Football Club Respect Code of Conduct for coaches, team managers and club officials We all have a responsibility to promote high standards of behaviour in the game. In the FA s survey of 37,000 grassroots participants, behaviour was the biggest concern in the game. This included the abuse of match officials and the unacceptable behaviour of over-competitive parents, spectators and coaches on the sideline. Play your part and observe the Football Association s Respect Code of Conduct in everything you do. On and off the field, I will: Show respect to others involved in the game including match officials, opposition players, coaches, managers, officials and spectators Adhere to the laws and spirit of the game Promote Fair Play and high standards of behaviour Always respect the match officials decisions Never enter the field of play without the referee s permission Never engage in public criticism of the match officials Never engage in, or tolerate, offensive, insulting or abusive language or behaviour. When working with players, I will: Place the well-being, safety and enjoyment of each player above everything, including winning Explain exactly what I expect of players and what they can expect from me Ensure all parents/carers of all players under the age of 18 understand these expectations Never engage in or tolerate any form of bullying Develop mutual trust and respect with every player to build their self-esteem Encourage each player to accept responsibility for their own behaviour and performance Ensure all activities I organise are appropriate for the players ability level, age and maturity Co-operate fully with others in football (e.g. officials, doctors, physiotherapists, welfare officers) for each player s best interests. I understand that if I do not follow the Code, any/all of the following actions may be taken by my club, County FA, league or The FA. I may be: Required to meet with the club, league or County Welfare Officer Required to meet with the club committee Monitored by another club coach

10 The FA Charter Standard Club Programme Respect Code of Conduct for coaches, team managers and club officials Required to attend a FA education course Suspended by the club from attending matches Suspended or fined by the County FA FACA membership withdrawn Required to leave or be sacked by the club. In addition: My FACA (FA Coaches Association) membership may be withdrawn.

The FA Respect CODE OF CONDUCT

The FA Respect CODE OF CONDUCT YOUNG PLAYERS WHEN PLAYING FOOTBALL I WILL: Always play to the best of my ability and for the benefit of my team Play fairly I won t cheat, dive, complain or waste time Respect