Attendees:
Steve Ashcroft, Jon Berrill, Paddy Shanahan, Patrick Browne, Barry Overn, Paul Burn, Katy Cutler, Melvin Pointer, John Knight, Mick Coleman, Alison Crellin, Andy Smith, Mark Cruddace, Chris Wright, John Dwyer, Conny Holenweg, Karen Hamilton, John Walduck, Charlie Cousin, Paul Mulligan, Martin Gershon
1. Paddy Shanahan gave an overview of 2024 club activities specifically highlighting:
- Donation of two defibrillators to the club
- Progress towards becoming a legal entity
- Good and growing attendances at all venues
- Start up of a ladies section
- Charity work
- Discussions with Ginasio Tavira ongoing regarding a new pitch
- Defined Club colours and obtaining new sponsored kits
- Club was 10 years in existence
2. John Knight presented the 2024 Annual Accounts and Charity Accounts which were accepted. Particular issue was raised with our funding position due to larger than expected expenses during 2024 and anticipated large outgoings over the first few months of 2025. It was agreed that the new committee would discuss at its first monthly meeting which would take place after the AGM, with some ideas already being discussed to reduce costs.
3. All committee positions and other club roles were filled – see the complete list of role holders in the Documents Section on the App and also on the website.
4. Chris Wright is organising a lunch in Olhao on Friday 21st February at 12.30pm at N24 Restaurant to commemorate the 10th anniversary of the first International walking football match between S.O.S. Olhao and C.R.A.P Farnborough.