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With 21 Teams & 290 Players, OTCFC Offer A Fun & Safe Environment, Developing Local Talent From Junior To Senior Football.

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Health and Safety

Introduction

Policy On Football
Having re-formed the Colts with a single side of 8 boys in 2001, we will have more than 290 players signed on for the 2011/12 season.We have 21 teams covering all age groups from U5s to U18 years old, with 38 qualified FA Level 1 coaches, 3 FA Level 2s (1 studying Level 3) and 41 trained first aiders.We also have a senior squad playing in the North Bucks League, acting as an adult devlopment team for our older players, as well as a newly formed U18s team playing in the Northants West league.
We want to make sure that the children at OTCFC have a fun and safe environment in which to play competitive football, and that we develop players so that they can play at the highest possible standard. For continued player development and to ensure that our football club can compete at the uppermost level of competition (from Colts through to senior level), we must ensure that an ongoing process of player evaluation and streaming of ability (so that players can compete at an appropriate level) begins as early as possible.As a progressive club, we have started to initiate a programme whereby youth players are developed all the way from mini football through to our senior adult teams, who are currently playing in the UCL Leagues, the 9th tier of English football. We fully appreciate that youth players develop at varying ages, which is why streaming is an ongoing process.In exceptional circumstances, a player may be allowed to play in an age group 1 year above their age. If this involves a transfer between OTCFC squads, prior to any agreements being made, each squad's manager and coaches must meet with a Committee member to discuss in full the implications.Only on OTCFC Committee approval may such a transfer then take place. OTCFC strongly believe in developing players from the age of 5yrs old through to adult football which is why we offer both an U18s squad (midweek Northants league), and a senior squad in the North Bucks league (Saturday pm).Both of these teams exist primarily to provide ongoing football to Colts players once they exceed the u16 & u17 squads with a view to them playing for the senior Olney Town UCL teams.Players are still required to pay subs and where necessary undertake additional fundraising activities in order for playing costs to be covered. To ensure that these teams remain available to players that have progressed through the Colts youth squads, both teams play under the Colts name, FA affiliation number and insurance policies.Although external players may be required in order to supplement the squads, the committee and managers will endeavour to ensure that the majority of players in each weekly squad have at some stage, played Colts youth football.Only if insufficient ex-Colts are available should the squad consist of a majority of external players. The managers, coaches and committee members all put a lot of time and effort into making the club work successfully, therefore your assistance and cooperation is appreciated.
In order to offer safe facilities for football, and in order to satisfy the Football Clubs requirements for Insurance cover, all colts training and matches need to be supervised by someone appropriately qualified and recognised by the Colts Committee.For the purposes of describing the policy, this person will be referred to as the supervisor. The supervisor could be a manager, trainer, coach or supervising parent. The following statements represent the safety policy:-The activities covered by the safety policy are recognised as matches and training activities that an informed person would expect in running a football team.-Each team operates with an optimum ratio of 10 players per supervisor for children at under 16s, and 8 players per supervisor for all children under 11's years. The decision of the appointed team manager is final in deciding the safe levels of supervision.-The appointed team manager, or their nominated alternate, will assess the area for training or matches in accordance with best practice, to ensure the area is safe for play to start. The decision of the appointed team manager over the fitness of the pitch, surroundings etc. will be final.Note : In the event on inclement weather, the nominated OTCFC groundsman will decide on the safety and 'playability' of match and training areas. Their decision is final, and will be communicated to all managers by email.-Parents are not expected to stay to watch their children play, however a parent or parents alternate should be available to collect the child in the unlikely event of suspension due to unruly behaviour, injury or bad weather.-There should be a minimum of 2 supervisors available at each activityAt least one of the supervisors will:-Hold a basic first aid qualification.-Have available when supervising children, in either a training or match situation, contact details for each child under their supervision.-Have available a basic first aid kit.-Have access to the gate key in the event that an Ambulance is required at the Recreation Ground.-Hold the FA level 1 Coaching Certificate.-Each supervisor should have been police checked in accordance with the recommended practice.-From time to time parents will be expected to support the supervision of their childs team. The Team Manager will give three days notice.-Parents may choose to give their consent for supervisors to transport children to and from matches using their own transport. If this is not acceptable to the parent then they must make their own arrangements for travel. Parents should be available to collect the child in the unlikely event of an injury whilst at an away match.Breaches in this safety policy should be reported to the Colts Committee as soon as possible. Parents expressing concerns over the safe conduct of activities should report their concerns in writing to the Child Protection/Parental Representative. The Child Protection/Parental Representative, Chairman and Secretary will conduct an investigation and respond to the concern in writing. In the event that the concern is raised against the Chairman or Secretary of the Colts Committee, then the matter should be addressed in writing to the Club Secretary. The concern will then be dealt with in accordance with the Clubs main committee procedures.

Discipline, Equality and Child Protection

Admissions

Fees (2011/12 Season)
The Colts Committee shall appoint a Team Manager for each Team each season. The Colts Committee expects that each Team Manager will:-Assess the numbers of players required in order to fulfil those fixtures to which the team is committed.-Assess the amount of supervisory assistance required in order to comply with the safety policy above.-Assess the amount of supervisory assistance required in line with the coaching supervision required by their chosen squad. Inform the Colts Committee where they cannot comply with the safety policy.-Inform the Colts Committee of the likely maximum squad that is required and can be accommodated within the safety policy.Please note: The leagues in which we play restrict the sizes of squads that we are allowed to register at the beginning of each season. When considering which children will be registered to play, priority will be given to those children who were registered for the previous season.Where children approach Olney Town Colts wanting to play football, then:-They should ideally be able to play within their designated age group.-No distinction shall be made based on gender.-The Team Manager will assess his/her ability to accommodate the child into their team(s) in accordance with the safety policy.-The Team Manager will assess the childs ability, attitude and behaviour, prior to accepting their application. The Team Manager may hold trials in order to assess the ability, attitude and behaviour of the child. The trials will not last longer than 4 training sessions. No subscription is payable until the child has been formally accepted by the manager.The Team Manager may accept the application on the following basis:-The child is registered to play in the league team and friendlies.-The child is accepted to train with the team but may not play in league or cup matches as children already accepted during the season have filled the registered places.-The Team Manager may place the child on a waiting list. The child will then be invited to play, either when another child withdraws from the team, or additional places are made available because additional supervisory help has become available.-The decision of the Team Manager over the size and composition of his/her team squad is final, providing it complies with the safety policy outlined in this document.- In the event that the Manager regards the players attitude and behaviour as unacceptable in the first instance the Manager will advise the player and parents. If there is no improvement or a repeat incident the problem will be referred to the Colts Committee who may decide to de-register the player and refund any due subs (pro-rata to season).The Colts Committee request that all parents are referred to this website to fully understand OTCFCs policy on football.Parents are asked to support the Team Managers in the decisions that they make, but parents have an appeal facility via the Colts Committee.
-U18 players issued with a full kit (jacket, polo shirt, shirt, shorts, socks, kitbag) £125 per season.-Border Counties League players issued with a full kit (shirt, shorts, socks) at 11-a-side: £110 per season.-MKDDL League players issued with a full kit (shirt, shorts, socks) playing mini soccer: £90 per season.-Players registered to train: £45 per season.-Players joining during a term will be charged at the managers discretion.-Players withdrawing during the season will not be refunded.-Players fees are to be paid prior to registration for the team. By accepting the fee Olney Town Colts provide:-Frequent but not weekly training activities. Training is difficult during the winter months due to a shortage of floodlit facilities for evening coaching and matches taking place at weekends, and supervisors work committments.-A full football kit to those registered to play in the league. Occasionally, full football kit may be issued to those not registered, in which case the full subscription rate may be charged. This will include club shirt, shorts and socks. Boots (or trainers) and shin pads must be provided by parents/guardians if shin pads are not worn, the child will not be allowed to play. Kit may be shared to accommodate those playing in friendly matches.NOTE: Given the low costs of subs, all kit is the property of Olney Town Colts FC. If players do not return kit when requested, the following payment is required : Jacket £15 : Training top £15 : Shirt £15 : Shorts £5 ; Socks £3If any funds are owed to OTCFC, via the FA, players will be prevented from signing for any other club.
DisciplineThe supervisors will ensure that children taking part in the activity conduct themselves in a proper manner. Any behaviour which places the safety of others taking part in the activity will be dealt with by reprimand in the first instance for less serious offences or suspension (either to individuals, or the entire activity) where the risk of injury is unacceptable.Team Managers have the right to suspend or expel children who continually fail to meet the required standards of behaviour and safe practice. Instances of suspension and expulsion should be reported to the Colts Committee. Appeals against suspension or expulsion should be made in writing to the Colts Committee. The Colts Committee will investigate the suspension or expulsion and respond in writing.EqualityWe as a group aim to treat all members of the community fairly and equally, taking into account any special needs that people might have.The aim of this statement is to ensure that no member receives less favourable treatment on any grounds.Child ProtectionFrom time to time we will publicise your childs teams achievements through local media, football newsletters and on our new website. This is achieved usually with the use of digital pictures of the teams or match reports.By signing the club registration form you provide permission for images of the player to be used as stated above.Olney Town Colts F.C. recognises the need to ensure the welfare and safety of all young people in football. As part of our commitment to ensure the safety of young people we will not permit photographs, video or other images of young people to be taken without the consent of the parents/carers and the young person.Olney Town Colts F.C will follow the guidance for the use of images of children and young people.Olney Town Colts F.C will take all steps to ensure these images are used solely for the purpose they are intended which the promotion and celebration of the activities of Olney Town Colts F.C.If you become aware that these images are being used inappropriately you should inform Olney Town Colts. F.C immediatelyThe F.A Child protection department has produced the following guidelines on best practice (golden rules) on the use of images of children and young people.The Ten Golden Rules:-All Children must be appropriately dressedPhotography or recording should focus on the activity, not on a particular young person.-Images should focus on small groups rather than individuals.-Images of a child who is under a court -order should never be used.-If a young person is named, avoid using their photograph.-If a photograph is used, avoid naming the person or use their first name only. ----Personal details should never be revealed.-Make sure parents/carers/young person have signed the Club Registration Form before active participation in club activities.-Use photographs that represent the broad range of youngsters participating in football.-All people taking photographs or recording footage should be registered with the Football club and/or have verbal permission from the supervising manager of each event.All concerns regarding the inappropriate or intrusive photography should be reported to either the Child Protection/Parental Representative, the Chairman, or the Secretary.

LATEST NEWS

Colts Curry Carnival

8pm, Friday 4th November 2011

A night of curry, Bollywood dancers and music..

Limited tickets (10 tables of 10)

£20 ph

For more details contact istokes_hotmail.com

Football Camp - October Half Term

We will be running another football camp during the October school holiday.

All players (whether club members or not) and all abilities are welcome to attend for a fun few days of footie.

Please use the 'Contact Us' page on this website to ask for more details

North Bucks Div 2 Champions & Div 2 Cup Winners 2010/11

Our North Bucks team won the division 2 league & cup titles in only their 2nd year. An amazing season from a team formed to continue Colts player development, and their 25 game winning run has created a club record that will be very difficult to beat.

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Annual General Meeting 2011 - 8.30pm, Tuesday 30th August

This meeting is open to all members of Olney Town Colts FC, and the agenda and resolutions have been forwarded to managers for onward distribution.

U17S 2010/11 Division 2 Champions

After a closely fought season, our U17s won their league in style on Sunday 3rd April. Well done, and good luck in the U18s and North Bucks leagues next season.

Congratulations to our MKDDL Cup & Shield finalists ;

- U9s Foxes (Blue) - Champions

- U10s Hawks - Runners Up

- U11s Piranahs - Runners Up

Congratulations to the Foxes (blues) MKDDL U9s plate champions.

The Hawks (U10s) & Piranhas (U11s) both put in fantastic performances and should take a lot of pride as runners-up.

This is the first time ever that one club has had 3 teams in the finals. Well done to all.

Congratulations (again) to U9s Foxes (Blues) - 2011 Willen World Cup Champions

Well done to the Foxes for winning the Willen tournament. What a season !

EVENTS

Curry Night - November 2011

Movember Charity Match

Richard Finch at Wembley

Curry Night - November 2011

Olney Town Colts Curry Night

November 2011

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Movember Charity Match

Richard Finch at Wembley

Wembley

In October, Richard Finch (OTCFC Foxes Manager) was live on radio 5 debating the future of grass roots football with Alan Shearer and Nick Levitt (The FAs National Youth Development Exec).

Subsequent to their on-air discussion, Nick invited Richard to Wembley in order to go through some of the FAs proposals in more detail which include a greater focus on small-sided games and a review of player age limits (calendar years rather than school years).

OTCFC are now planning for these developments.

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TEAMS

Click on your team to be directed to the league site, there you can access results, fixtures and tables.

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U5

Managed by Steve Forber

U6

Managed by Graham Goodge

U7 - Dragons Red

Managed by Richard Nicholson

U7 - Dragons Blue

Managed by Andy Dodge

U8

Managed by Matt Lothian

U9 - Pumas

Managed by Peter Eglington

U9 - Panthers

Managed by Stuart Maycock

U10 - Foxes Green

Managed by Pete Bridges

U10 - Foxes Blue

Managed by Richard Finch

U11 - Falcons

Managed by Mitchell Comer

U11 - Hawks

Managed by Kevin Willcox

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U12

Managed by Mike Ridgway

U12

Managed by Paul Captainino

U13 - Galaxy

Managed by Matt Rawlings

U13 - Meteors

Managed by Jim Parker

U14

Managed by Matt Gordon

U15

Managed by Pete Humphries

U16

Managed by Russell Lord

U17

Managed by Ian Barnes

U18

Managed by Ian Clarke

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Olney Town Seniors

Managed by Marc Shipton

Services 3

Under 6 - 11

Under 12 - 18

Seniors

ROLL OF HONOUR

2010-11

2010/11

Milton Keynes District Development Youth League

U11 Indoor Football Festival Tournament winners

Borders Counties Youth League

U17s Divisional Winners

North Bucks

Division 2 League Champions

Division 2 Cup Winners

Division 2 Sporting Team of the Season

Milton Keynes District Development Youth League

U9s Foxes (Blue) Shield Champions

U9s Foxes (Blue) Willen World Cup Champions

U10s Hawks Divisional Champions & Cup Runners Up

U11s Piranahs Joint Divisional Champions & Shield Runners Up

*1st club ever to have 3 teams in the finals

2009-10

2009/10

Samba Tournament Winners

U9s - Foxes Blues

Borders Counties Youth League

U12s Divisional Winners

U14s Joint Divisional Winners

Welsh International Football Festival

U16s Plate Finals Runners-Up

U14s Plate Final Winners

North Bucks

Division 2 Sporting Team of the Season

2008-09

2008/09

Milton Keynes District Development Youth League

U9 Cranfield Colts Spring Tournament Winners

2004-05

2004/05

Borders Counties Youth League

U13s Divisional Winners

2001

2001

Club Re-formed

1997-98

1997/98

Borders Counties Youth League

U13s Divisional Winners

1992-93

1992/93

Milton Keynes & Border Counties Youth League U11 Divisional Winners

2010-11

2009-10

2008-09

2004-05

2001

1997-98

1992-93

HOW TO FIND US

Approaching from Milton Keynes, and M1 Junction 14 (on the A509)

Follow the A509 into Olney, over river bridge, 200 metres past the Swan Bistro and public house and take the first turning right onto the market square (immediately before the traffic lights), follow road to the right onto a one way system into East Street.

Follow East Street for 500 metres, the Football Club is on the right hand side, car park entrance being the immediately following right turn.

Approaching from Bedford (North on A428)

The ideal turn for Olney is Left off the A428 after the village of Cold Brayfield onto the B565. At the first encountered roundabout turn left into Olney on the A509. After the first set of traffic lights (pedestrian crossing) turn left into Midland Road and then immediately right into East Street. Carry on down East Street past the Junctions with Newton Street and Austin Avenue on your left, past the Fire Station and the Football Club car park entrance is your next left turn.

Approaching from Northampton (South on the A428)

After passing through the village of Yardley Hastings take the next right onto the B5388, follow this road towards Olney - straight over the roundabout on the edge of the town and into Olney down the Yardley Road Hill. At the junction at the end of the road (in front of a pub) cross straight over the High Street into Holes Lane, take your next turn right into East Street - carry on past the fire station on your left. The Football Club car park entrance is your next left turn.

There is a large car park at the ground (East Street), which should be used at all times (matches & training) however please be aware that this is shared with the Rugby and Cricket clubs and can get can become crowded when there is a clash of fixtures. If that is the case, additional parking can be found behind Fountain Court (200yds along East Street) and on the Market Place (Hight Street).

When parking, please be considerate towards local residents .

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PITCHES

Pitches

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SPONSORS

Club Sponsor

League Sponsor

Team Sponsor

SA Welding Ltd

CONTACT

Contact us:

1. For basic enquiries please use the contact box below:

2. To contact a particular team, manager or committe member please use the link below to download the OTC contact sheet.:

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