STAPLEHURST MONARCHS FC

Congratulations to the Under 12's on winning the league: Congratulation to the Under 10's on winning the challenge cup final 2-1 against Castle Colts. The under 11's lost 1-0 to Kings Hill in a close match. Annual General Meeting 8th July 2008 at Margaret Howard Hall at 8pm followed by drinks at Kings Head. The Parish Council and football clubs have been sucessful in the application for funding to improve the facilites at the Jubilee Field. This is a massive achievement for football within the village of Staplehurst. Thank you to everyone for their hard work Club Presentation Day: The annual club presentation day is on Sunday 18th May 08 at the Jubilee Field. Kick off timings & presentation timing to be confirmed at the May Committee Meeting. CHARTER STATUS: WE ARE PLEASED TO ANNOUNCE THAT THE CLUB HAS ACHIEVED WITH THE FA CHARTER STANDARD. THIS IS AN EXCELLENT ACHIEVEMENT FOR THE CLUB. WELL DONE TO EVERYONE FOR THIER EFFORTS IN OBTAINING THIS AWARD: Keeping Managers informed: A note to all parents . If your child can not play in a match then please inform your team manager asap. If we know well in advance and if a lot of players are away then we can request postponements. The week before is to late Spot the Ball: The club will be holding 3 spot the ball competitions this season. With Christmas, Easter and Presentation Day winners. Entry £1 per go. Prize money is half of the money collected. Please read our notice board for updates and support your team.

Club Development

Date: 05/07/06

Looking to the future, the club wishes to improve on the current development of min-soccer, which has been the main focus over the past years, and help reverse the present decline in adult league football. Strengthened links with Staplehurst & Monarchs United FC, the village adult club, will provide an important exit route.

As part of our on-going development plan, SMFC anticipate the introduction of 2 additional teams for the start of the 06/07 season. This will be at the Under 8’s and Under 10’s age group. The Under 8’s team will ensure a sustainable and easily implemented step for local children from our development group into mini-soccer. This will encourage new and regular uptake into the development group helping to improve links with the local community and schools.

For successful implementation of our development plan, we will need improved and modern facilities and the building of a pavilion at the Jubilee Field recreation ground. The general level of accommodation offered for both players and match officials is poor and is additionally lacking for supporters.

We are activly seeking a Football Foundation Grant and additional funds to achive our aims. These additional funds can olny be raised through organised fund raising events and donations. If you would like to help The Staplehurst Monarchs and your local village children, please contact a member of the committee. Your support can be in the form of a cash donation or your time. Many thanks for your support.

SMFC Committee.

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