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It has taken some time but the referees list from 2011 is now available from the Downloads tab to the left. If there are any new referees out there looking to earn a little cash please get in touch and we can update our records and republish to the league so that everyone can get in touch.

Today and Tomorrow bring the Olympic Torch to Aberdeen, to follow and see the torch click on the link below.

http://www.london2012.com/torch-relay/route/

there are 2 basketball players carrying the touch, Greame Lawrence and Beran Tanilir.

Graeme's nomination story

http://www.london2012.com/torch-relay/torchbearers/torchbearers=graeme-lawrence-2921/index.html

"Graeme has been a basketball coach to both children and adults between the ages of 3 to 70 in the local comunity for the last 40 years. He has single handedly kept the Beacon Basketball club going for over 40 years, fighting for a court to play on when the Beacon was closed, securing an alternative venue and importantly fighting for court time when the Beacon reopened. Graemes input means a lot to the local community where opportunities for young people are few and far between, he has kept many a youngster on the right track by taking the time not only to coach them basketball but to value then as an individual. Graemes commitment means that he gives up most if his evenings and weekends to coach teams, run tournaments and referee matches. For this commitment I can think of nobody who deservesthe honour of carrying the flame more!!"

Beran's nomination story

http://www.london2012.com/torch-relay/torchbearers/torchbearers=mehmet-tanilir-2103/index.html

"Beran exemplifies the Olympic values of excellence, respect and friendship in all facets of his life. As a completion engineer at BP, Beran brings the pursuit of excellence to his job and pushes himself to perform at the highest level. He demonstrates his commitment to his profession by sharing his knowledge with the engineers of the future and encourages them to work hard to achieve their career ambitions. A native of Turkey, Beran has taken it upon himself to be the unofficial local Aberdeen ambassador, offering assistance and friendship to those BP employees who are new to Aberdeen. This has certainly helped people feel welcome when they first arrive in the city. He has also contributed to the local community by taking part in the annual coast-to-coast cycle rides. To date, these sponsored rides have raised over £315,000 for local charities."

A Big Congratulation to all Grampian Players that are representing their country this year, Especially Georgia Gray for being the only Girl!!

Girls:
U12 - Georgia Gray

Boys:
U12 - Tom Craik
U13 - Cameron Chenye
U14 - Daniel Obawle
U14 - Ben Pirrie

All players spent the year atteneding the Grampian Baksetball Academy in preperation for the trials. Most of the time was spent on Individual skills training and Strength & Conditioning, Some of these session we led by Local National Squad Coaches.

This is the most players Grampian have ever sent to trials and had selected to represent their counrty in one season, again Well Done to every involved in the Players success, Parents & Coaches your not forgotten!

ANNUAL GENERAL MEETING

WILL BE HELD ON

Wednesday 16^th May 2012    6.30 p.m.

AT   Palm Court Hotel, Aberdeen

As we approach the AGM I ask you all to consider your part in the future of Basketball in Grampian – unfortunately it is not all about playing!! We need people in the background to do the planning and organisation so you can all play. We will be looking to appoint the following people to the Committee:-

Chair Person - MAIN DUTIES: Take responsibility for managing the executive committee and the affairs of the organization, creation and management of organization development plan, oversee and guide all decisions taken by the executive committee and sub committees, prepare and present the annual report, liaise with the secretary on the Agenda for each meeting and approve the minutes before they are circulated, be completely familiar with the constitution, competition rules, committee procedures and the NGB rules and regulations, ensure that each volunteer understands their job and their role within the organisation,liaise with the Treasurer to ensure that funds are spent properly and in the best interests of the organization.

Vice Chair – MAIN DUTIES – support the Chair with all of the above.

Secretary – MAIN DUTIES - Act as the main contact for all clubs and distribute information accordingly, Liase with the Chairperson to ensure that all tasks required to run the organisation efficiently are carried out.

Treasurer- MAIN DUTIES: Responsible for the club finances, Deal efficiently and effectively with all invoices and bills, Keep up to date records of all the financial transactions, Ensure that funds are spent properly, Issue receipts and record all money received Attend committee meetings and present the budget report, Prepare the end of year accounts to present to the auditors.

Fixtures Secretary - MAIN DUTIES: Supervise / oversee all clubs and competitions, Inform executive committee of any disciplinary issues and recommend courses of action, Provide both bimonthly and annual reports to executive committee and membership, Collate the results and upcoming fixtures then update website

Officials Rep - MAIN DUTIES: Coordinate contact information for all officials in the region, lead on disciplinary issues and follow disciplinary procedures, Coordinate officials development and training opportunities for clubs, Coordinate officials for events and competitions

Youth Rep – to assist the Regional Development Officer to run the RDL and Regional Squads

Please consider standing for one of the above positions as they need to be filled if we are to be able to provide Basketball next season.

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Could all teams please take note of the changes that have taken place regarding submitting scoresheets.

Scoresheets can still be scanned and emailed into ssheets@basketballgrampian.org, but the physical copy must now also be Steve Hill. See details on this in the Notify Results tab.

As you can see there are many U18 and Cup games still to be arranged. Can teams please get in touch with these as soon as possible. The only game that is currently getting close to its deadline is Stags v Pumas in the Cup. A date for this game is a priority as it has to be played by the end of the month.

But the sooner we arrange these games the better, so please help me ensure the website is kept up to date.

Talking about keeping things up to date, we are only a few games into the season and I am already missing results. Remember that winning teams are due to report scores within 24hrs after the game. Teams could be deducted points if results are not reported promptly.

This years league is just around the corner, the fixtures meeting will be at 7pm on the 13th of September at the hillhead sport office beside the hillhead campus just off king street, Keith Park, Don Street, Old Aberdeen, Aberdeen AB24 1XR

The fixtures for the next season will be discussed we will be holding a draw for the cups as well, this is for all leagues for all age groups so representatives from every team would be appreciated.

The deadline for payment is also the 13th of September this is essential and if payment is not received then unfortunately the clubs that haven’t managed to pay will be removed from fixtures so please make this a priority!