The below is brief guidance to new
captains about the responsibilities of the post that the League puts on our
club, plus the effect of our club’s formal constitution and any policies that
the Club Committee have decided on in the past. Members should ensure they can
meet these responsibilities before agreeing to be a Captain. There is a
lot to remember so hopefully captain’s find this aide-mémoire useful –
they can always approach another (or former) Captain for advice and support!
Team players are also encouraged to read this so they know what is involved.
Ranmoor Team
Captains will…..
1) Select a
competitive team for each match, based on the criteria of ability, club night
attendance and contribution to the club, whilst also meeting the League
requirement for a nominated six players to participate in over 50 per cent of
matches. They will also provide timely confirmation and details to those members
selected.
2) Attend the
Club Annual General Meeting (usually late June after a regular club night),
Committee Meetings in September and April and the League Fixtures Meeting in
September. They will also contribute to the organisation of the end of season
‘Captain’s Night’ social event.
3) Provide match
confirmations (using Secretary’s template) a week in advance of home fixtures
and ensure it’s received. Equally ensure confirmations are received and
acknowledged for all away fixtures. Any postponements should be agreed in
discussion with Treasurer and Secretary and only allowed due to hall
unavailability.
4) On match
nights,
a. ensure you
have the net bag and shuttles;
b. encourage the
team to wear Ranmoor shirts;
c. make the
opposition welcome;
d. provide refreshments
for both home and away teams;
e. ensure prompt
starts to enable all games to be completed;
f. complete and
sign the scorecard;
g. take photos
for the match report (more unusual the better!) and
h. collect subs
for away fixtures to deliver to the Treasurer.
5) During
matches, lead by example and encourage assertiveness and good sportsmanship
within the team, to promote a good image of the club. A home player should call
the score audibly, or alternatively a scorer can be requested from the home
side.
6) After the
match, post the signed and completed scorecard within one week of the fixture
(to avoid club fines) and submit a match report to the Publicity and Promotion post
holder for the website (written by someone else if preferred!).
7) On club
nights, Captains will welcome any new members, be a role model to club members
in relation to attendance, behaviour and inclusiveness, ensuring a variety of
matches are played as well as getting match practice for their team and wearing
the Ranmoor shirt!