Well the weather is now starting to play an integral part in the matches of the youth teams, we have lost a large number of games over the last few weeks as the weather has turned extremely wet and windy, though we have been very lucky that we have not had to endure some of the problems that the people in Cumbria and other parts of Britain have had to face. Please keep an eye on the website for updates to fixtures as those teams that are still in the cup competitions will almost certainly have their fixtures re-arranged as the cup games take precedent over the league matches. Please link with your individual team manager regarding the training arrangements over the festive period as I am sure everybody will want to have a break from football at this time.

The Christmas Party for the younger players takes place on Friday 18th December at the Bournemouth East Liberal Club, Holdenhurst Road, if you require tickets please see either Mary (secretary) or Kerrie (Under 9's) for tickets, there will be a buffet, disco, raffle and a visit by Father Christmas, only limited tickets available so get yours early to avoid disappointment.

I would like to say a massive thank you to all those who supported the Bonfire night held at Stanpit, we raised £140 on the night from both the penalty shootout and the drinks and sweet stall, this was despite a smaller turnout than in previous years, probably not helped by the weather but a fantastic result all the same. Special mention to those children who gave up their time to help by being a goalkeeper or by helping serve on the stall as well as those parents who supported their children, hopefully we can get even more help next year.

I hope that we will have some news early next year regarding training jackets for the players and coaches but our ambition to provide these as soon as possible can be made easier if we can attract some sponsorship, either on a team basis or as a whole club, so if you know of anybody with an interest in football or has a child actively involved with the Club then please ask them to contact me, we will try and get them as much publicity as possible and hopefully they can then see their name at football match every weekend over the season.

I look forward to seeing all of you at a match very soon and wish you all seasons greetings from the whole of Christchurch Football Club.

Mark Duffy