The delay was due to the registration of players for the double competition.

These were agreed as a true record.

Sadly not only has the league lost a player but also a friend. Sabrina from the La Gramola Bar passed away last week. Raf explained that the league committee had made a few suggestions. They were as follows:-

Tam then suggested that the cup was just for one year, this was already agreed as everyone did not want to run the cup forever and ever, as sadly other people could pass away in the future. Tam then suggested that a one off cup be held in Sabrina’s honour, everyone felt this to be a good idea but the problem was that the current league schedule could not accommodate this. After some lengthy discussion, Steve suggested that at the start of next season, when often-friendly games were played, the Sabrina cup competition should take place.

A vote was taken: ALL IN FAVOUR  

Already a number of results have come in late or not at all and a number of matches have been cancelled. At the last meeting, it was decided that both captains should ensure the result is sent through (SMS is better as Raf can’t always pick up his mobile on a Sunday evening) before signing the sheet.

Neil (Browns) seemed very upset that this point had to be raised every single meeting, after so many years you would think the process of sending in the results should be automatic, he felt that late results were down to pure laziness and as such should carry extreme punishment, points deducted, fines or even the captain is suspended from the next match. He felt it important that the committee take a stand against the minority who caused so many problems by been too lazy to send a simple text message with the results.

Raf explained that he had received many more results this year on time than any other years, he felt that teams should be given one more chance to get it right before any strict punishment was dealt out, at the end of the day this is a fun league.

Johnny (Pig i/t Dip) said that he felt teams who put in results late should loose the free beer allocation at the presentation night, not just the captain, but also the whole team. The question was raised what happened the second time they did this? At this point Raf said he would like to leave this down to the team Captains for the moment, but the committee should decide what punishment is deemed acceptable for late results. This would become active as from today’s date. NO EXCUSSES.

Due to various reasons, some unavoidable, a number of games had been cancelled, teams were urged to try to get these games played as soon as possible, if an alternative day is not available then 2 matches must be played on one Sunday. So if the match is played at 2pm, let your next opponents know you will start the next match at 5pm. 

A number of times an 8-0 victory has been awarded when a team failed to show up or cancelled too late. These teams are subject to a fine of 20€, to be paid to the home team to cover the cost of food. Raf to follow up.

Tam from Cozy Wanderers, took a great deal of time to explain that he felt competitions should be drawn by team, that is to say all one team play another 2 teams in the individual knockout, this would make transport problems much easier to resolve. Although everyone was shaking their heads in disagreement Tam went on to say that often players were not prepared to travel long distances alone for a game. Sally felt that as the league was established in Costa del Silencio all competitions should be held there. Raf explained that Puerto Colon and Costa del Silencio were the original starting point for the league. He also explained that only 4% of those who entered the singles failed to show up at the correct venue and when you consider that 28 more players entered. It was felt that a minority few could not be accountable for everyone.
A vote was taken Should competitions remain as they are: In Favour 9 Against 0 Abstained 2  

This year Raf had received 29 entries with 2 more due to ring through (again up on last years entries). It was decided that 4 venues would be selected with one Champion from each moving on to the Finals Day competitions. The draw for venues took place the first venue drawn was El Sol, the second venue draw was also El Sol. They could not hold two competitions simultaneously, so 3 other venues were drawn, Exiles, Cozy Corner and the Target bar.  

Again the blind draw would take place at all venues with matches starting at 3pm, those not present by 4pm were to be excluded. (No excuses). All players would receive the 5€ entry fee back if they played at the allocated venue or arrived before 4pm. Those who failed to show would loose the entry fee; this would be put towards the presentation night costs.
The Pairs draw was then made see the Attached sheets. (Annex A) It appears that a group of death was drawn at the Target Bar. With many of the heavyweights been drawn together, leaving more possibilities for many other pairs at the other venues. Please note some of the games need to be started by 3pm at the latest. For those impossible to be there at 3pm are expected latest at 4pm. 

2 football cards need to be run at 2€ a go, at each venue. Players are encouraged to take part in this, as this is a vital part of covering the costs for the competition, now that entry is free.

You are expected to take pictures during and hand over to Raf after the competitions. These will be put on the website.

Some bars requested new boards, Browns and the Target Bar, also a complaint was received about the machine at the Barracuda it often took longer to set up the game than to actually play it. RAF to rectify.  

On a number of occasions teams were unable to contact their opponents, for many reasons like they are off the island or the battery went dead etc. All captains are asked to make a list of the complete teams contact numbers and leave this behind the bar. Raf will collect these as he empties the machines, then update the contacts details sheet. 

It is also asked that please could teams get some photos for the web site as requested at the last 4 meetings. 

A number of issues have already been resolved with the website, a list of problems is been dealt with in conjunction with Steve and the Web designer. We are currently trying to get the results page to include most 180’s and Highest finishes. This is still a work in progress. 

The committee have been considering a number of venues from a night out at sea on a ship, an all inclusive hotel, a beach party and BBQ and the use of the Bananararium theme park.

Although some final details have to be arranged, it would seem that the theme park offers all the facilities we require for the night. Large open spaces, things for the kids to do, no neighbours or problems with music, even the chance to learn a bit about the Islands infrastructure. We hope that with some negotiations we can set our own prices lower than any bar on the Island, provide various entertainment and food, a darts competition and most of all a location where everyone can let there hair down and enjoy the evening. The committee are holding their next meeting at the theme park to try and finalise the arrangements.

The draw took place, amongst the teams attending and the Pig in the dip was drawn out as the venue, with the meeting to take place at 6:30pm, on the Monday the 05th of May. Captains or bar owners only are to attend.  

Raf explained that he would like to hold another meeting this is purely for the Bar Owners or Managers. During which he would explain what steps needed to be taken for players to qualify for the “1^st International Wild Bull Darts Event” in September. All are requested to meet on Wednesday 19^th March, 3:30pm at Suter’s bar. No representatives and no substitutes, just bar owners. 

12. There been no further business the meeting was closed at 7.50pm, the minutes will be produced in draft form and reviewed as a true record at the next meeting.