NEWSLETTER JUNE 2023

June 2023 - welcome to the beginning of the winter months, the shorter days and of course longer nights.

To those that are involved in Winter code sports, good skills to you all. If you are spending the winter relaxing and enjoying the home life, good for you. Time to rejuvenate ready for the 2023/2024 softball season, that will be upon us before you know it.

The Clubrooms are relaxing in Winter hours, however the facility is not happy without its clientele. It would prefer to be kept busy and alive, and welcome you occasionally for a bevvie or two.

It would put a smile on President Glenda's face to see you at the Club.

Renovations of the Ladies Bathroom area have been underway, with new spouting completed. Further refurbishing to take place.

IMPORTANT INFORMATION

50 CLUB - The 50 Club's winners for May were:

Hilton Earley, Calvin Worthington, Bevan Hunt, Brent Kinghorn, Lin Marvin, Debs White, Mario Nola, Godfrey Twigden, Janette McLeod, Grant Riley, Steve Jackson.

With 2 each for Deidre Opie, Kaylene Tribe and Rob Slaughter.

John Dean was the winner this month with 3 meat packs.

Welcome to Aaron Thompson who has joined the 50 Club with #7.

We have 3 numbers available being 31 - 37 and 47

If you would like to be part of the “50 Club” please contact Club Administrator - ramblerssoftball@xtra.co.nz.

For just $20 per month you could be in the weekly Friday night draw for 5 meat packs.

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The date for the Clubs AGM has been set for Sunday August 27th 2023 at 11am.

Why not give some thought to putting your name forward for one of the positions on the Executive Committee.

Watch out for the nominations forms with further details coming your way on Facebook and in next months Newsletter.

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FUNDRAISERS - seem to be hitting our media and pockets in abundance, as our players are selected to represent either their province or their country, at an expense that has in the main, to be self-funded.

We thank you for your continued support of these ventures, whether by raffles or organised events. The players really appreciate your assistance.

A successful “Horse Racing” fundraising evening was held this month, for Katrina Nukunuku and Brooke Whiteman.

Watch for details on further events for Jessie Jackson and Maximus Russell, as they prepare for their World representations.

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Auckland Softball Association have organised Coaches Clinics, one a month for the next 4 months. These are to be held at Ramblers Clubrooms on Sundays from 6.30pm - 8.30pm.

Consider attending.

New Coach? Rep Coach? Mom Coach? Dad Coach?

Auckland Softball is excited to kick-off our monthly coaches clinics for ALL COACHING LEVELS. This is an opportunity to ask questions, learn, and interact with coaches from all over Tāmaki Makaurau!

When: 6:30pm-8:30pm

June 18, July 23, Aug 20, Sep 17

Where: Warren Freer Club Room

If you plan on attending please register below:

https://www.sporty.co.nz/viewform/235524

If you have any questions please reach out to pitching@softballauckland.org.nz

BLAST FROM THE PAST

SPOTLIGHT ON ............................

SPOTLIGHT ON ……………………………BROOKE WHITEMAN

This month’s spotlight has shone down on one of the Clubs New Zealand White Sox’s players, who in less than two months will be winging her way to Italy with the National team to play in the Women’s World Qualifier.

Brooke Whiteman born in Auckland, New Zealand, attended Epsom Girls Grammar School.

Brooke is a centrefielder with right field as her secondary position in the softball field.

Brooke who stands at 179cm, is a right-handed batter who throws right-handed as well.

Brooke commenced playing T-ball at Metro, however as they didn’t have enough players for a girls’ team when it got to softball, she moved to Ramblers and been with Ramblers ever since.

Brooke is a PE & Health High school teacher who likes to spends her spare time with her boyfriend and hanging out with family,

Brookes game Philosophy is to “Play the game one pitch at a time, and to have fun. I think it’s important to enjoy what you do, if you’re not enjoying it, you won’t play your best.”

Training regime - Brooke goes to the gym 5 days a week, has White Sox trainings three times a week, and completes her own “work Ons” throughout the week.

Softball achievements

2019 Top batter at U23 Nationals
2020 named in the WSX team to tour Australia.
2022 WSX team to tour Australia.
2023 WSX world qualifier team.

Other sports interests - played football competitively till she was 17 and had to make a choice in what sport to pursue. Also did athletics and swimming growing up.

Favourite food - Donburi or chicken kebab

Favourite music - top two artists are Flume and Kings of Leon

Country you would like to visit - Scotland – has that is where her mother’s family is from.

Role Model in Brooke’s life

“There are many reasons why my mum and dad are my role models. Firstly, they have always been there for me, providing guidance and support whenever I needed it. They have also demonstrated resilience and perseverance in the face of challenges, showing me that it is possible to overcome obstacles and emerge stronger on the other side. Most importantly, my mum and dad have shown me unconditional love and acceptance, which has given me a strong sense of security and confidence”.

As you can read, Brooke is a worthy candidate to have the Spotlight beam down on her for the month of June.

CONGRATULATIONS CORNER

NEWS UPDATE

The Countdown is on for these four members of Ramblers Club, to travel to Italy as part of the NZ White Sox, to participate in the Womens World Cup Qualifier.

They will fly to Italy in July to play warm-up games before playing Japan, Italy, Argentina, Phillipines and Canada in the Group C Qualifying round of the World Championships.

Next newsletter we will be wishing Katrina Nukunuku, Brooke Whiteman, Sina Hunkin and Donny Hale safe travels.

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2023/2024 REGISTRATIONS

Registrations for all grades will be open this month on SPORTY app.

Current players will receive an invitation to re-register for the upcoming season with new registrations being opened. Forms will be available on Ramblers website.

Registrations will be advertised on the Clubs Facebook page, with the link, once Sporty has opened the registration page.

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COACHES AND MANAGERS

A review meeting of the past season is to be organised and announced. Please gather your pros and cons, ready for the meeting. Watch for your email anouncement.

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As the new season approaches, please turn your thoughts to Team Management roles for Mt Albert Ramblers teams, Under 6 through to Premiers. male and female.

If you are available and wish to be considered for a Coaches, Managers, Scorers role, please email the Club on ramblerssoftball@xtra.co.nz to voice your interest.

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PLAYING UNIFORMS - TO ALL PLAYERS ( except Premier Men and Women)

If you have not returned your playing top to your Team Manager or Ramblers Club, these must urgently be returned, otherwise you could incur an invoice for replacement top.

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