Welcome to Season 2011-12

Hello and welcome to the start of season 2011-12. 

Bowood Sports Ground opens it's gates to the season this Saturday, the 3rd September. Most squads commence their training this weekend. 

I'd like to thank all of those volunteers who once again have stepped forward to give their time, energy and enthusiasm to supporting your child participate in community sport. In particular I would like to offer a big thank you to Kevin Powell, coach of the Pyros, who has agreed to give more of his precious free time to football by joining the committee in the role of the Young Players Representative. Thank you Kevin your support is much appreciated. 

Please ensure that you abide by our Club Code of Conduct and philosophy of player participation and support. We have a great reputation for playing fair and supporting our children in the true spirit of sport development. Let's continue to build this reputation through the new season. Some short tips to help you support your child get the best out of their football:

• Always stay on the sideline, never enter the field play
• Supporters must stay behind the barriers and stand on the side of the pitch away from the coaches
• Please support your child, never instruct, criticise or coach them
• Treat the opposition as you would your own team. Keep your views to yourself, they are here to play, learn and enjoy too 
• Support the referee. If you don't agree with his decision keep it to yourself, do not shout out, it is not your role to do this 
• Help your coaches by asking to erect goals, nets, corner flags and don't run off at the end leaving the coach to clear these items away 

Remember - we are a learning centre focused on teaching team, social and football skills to your child. Please respect the supportive environment we are trying to create for all our members. I thank you for reading and I appreciate your support in driving our standards and philosophy. 

I hope your child has a wonderful season, increasing their skills and experience as well as having lots of fun. 

Alan Chair,DHUFC

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