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Parkside Football Club 1897/2017

Pat McDougall the Senior Vice President also for those who do not know administers the major fund
raising activity of the club and the results achieved once again are indicative of past input and
professionalism. The Black and White day all but achieved a goal for 94. The method for the draw
was innovative and the concept of cutting down the number of tickets sold proved a winner on the
day. Many thanks to all who made the day a successful one.

On the down side some of the names usually in the draw were missing let’s hope they will return
next year.

The Finals

A series of highs and lows somewhat contributed to by poor mystifying umpiring decisions, but
definitely influenced by poor kicking and it’s the old story 'Bad Kicking, Bad Football'. We must
improve!!!

I am sure with the addition of a couple of players the 95 flags could be in our grasp.

But let me state this now, any player who takes it upon himself to train with another club without
permission can expect no mercy from the committee, this is not a supermarket for the F.D.L., if you
do not wish to be a part of the club in 95, make that decision before you upset the rest of your
alleged team mates. During the season by the same token the Committee will not tolerate bad talk
to the Coaching and Training staff or the Committee.

There is a process for those with a gripe, but if are asked to perform some task as part of your duties
to the club do it first.

The proper place for constructive criticism is in a private place so think before you act, the choice is
yours.

Club Captain, Zeno Tzatsaris announced his retirement. Parkside and Zeno have had a good
relationship over the years but the body can only take so much, so enjoy your retirement and reflect
on your achievements. 'Thank you Zeno'.

Pat Tiffertson took on the manning of the bar on home games and did a good job on taking his leave.
Paul Chesters in his first year at the club filled in and his commitment is an example to all. To a lesser
extent the rest of the Bar was handled by myself from time to time. I probably lost my cool, but
believe me it is a trying position at times. To Leo, Peter and Brian who took over on Thursdays, thank
you.

At the start of the season we appointed Vice President Brian Wilson as Property Steward and it was
not without hiccups but with one jumper missing after some 1000 applications it proves that the
club must keep this practice going many thanks for a good job well done Brian.

Once again the club was well served by Vic, Ray, Sophie, Kylie, Janelle and Justin in the team, a
special mention to Phil Cartlidge his input was appreciated by all at the club. Vic’s management of
this area was exacerbated by illness during the year and must be congratulated for his dedication to

Once a Parksider, Always a Parksider