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Chairman's Blog
I have decided to write a blog on a regular basis as a way of updating members on important issues affecting the club and explain in a little way how we all fit into the HK rugby scene in general.
Firstly some background on my involvement in the Flying Kukris. My family joined the club in 1997 when they were based at the former Queens Hill Camp, Fanling. My eldest son started playing then and he has just commenced his university education while my youngest is now in the Under 16s. They have both represented Hong Kong. I have been coaching for many years and have also been involved in the Committee as the Head of Minis and then Chairman - this being my third year.
This time I would just like to explain some issues surrounding the HK Sevens and more importantly the ticket allocation. The HKRFU are the victims of their own success in that once again this year demand looks like outstripping supply for tickets. For example in the 17 mini rugby clubs player membership currently stands at 3,093 (FK stands at 153) – that’s for ages 5-12. However the ticket allocation to all of us is at present set to be capped at 5,100 – the maths is simple!! Our other source of tickets is from the Colts Committee which runs the older age groups of youth rugby and again that is an expanding area and tickets are scarce as well. Of course there is the public sale on 16th January, 2010 but that only accounts for around 5,000 tickets or less!!! So that is why we asked you to get your orders in early – we have to put in our requests and payment by the middle of November for the event which takes place on 26th-28th March 2010.
It is a great event and a special memory for all kids who get a chance to play on the hallowed turf of the HK Stadium but please understand the ticketing process and how many issues are out of our hands despite strong representations from all involved in the running of youth rugby in Hong Kong.
Finally I would welcome any feedback on this blog or suggestions on future issues you might like me to cover – email me at chairman@flyingkukris.com
Paul
