The September GCHA Board meeting was held on Wednesday, October 6th, at approximately 7:30 pm after 3-wall

Board members Jack Dean, David Kent, Jim Krailler, Bob Burkitt, Bob Hiance and Mike Reilly were present. Due to the fact that Board President Senor Jorge Lehocky was in the midst of a senor moment, Vice-President Jack Dean conducted the evening's meeting. Will Straw, Greg Fite, Jack Prather and Jim Wohl were also in attendance.

Corrections and additions to September minutes

Income / Expenditures / Current balance
Membership Report

David Kent
Jim Krailler

Income / Expenditures / Current balance - Current balance of the GCHA checking account is $ 10,432.

Membership Report - Jim Krailler reports that the 2004 roster lists129 members. Bob Hiance pointed out that this number is over 1/3 of the entire Ohio membership in the USHA, a fact which is statistically unrelated but noted in the minutes anyway.

Ohio Hall of Fame
Golf Outing
Board Membership
Annual Meeting

Mike Reilly
Jack Dean
Board
George Lehocky

Hall of Fame - The local Hall of Fame committee is scheduled to meet within the month. Mike Reilly was not present.

Golf Outing - Paul Baker reports that the Golf Outing was a break-even event. With 44 golfers participating @ $70, the prize money was reduced in order to keep the outing from losing money.

Board Membership - Jim Krailler reports that no nominations or self-nominations have been received after a month of being posted on the website and included in the October Shortline. As a result, the 2005 GCHA Board of Directors that will be proposed to the membership at the Annual Meeting is:

• President, George Lehocky
• Vice-President, Jack Dean
• Treasurer, David Kent
• Secretary/WebMaster, Jim Krailler
• At-Large Members
  • Bob Burkitt
  • Greg Fite
  • Bob Hiance
  • Dave Laxton
  • Mike Reilly
  • Will Straw

Annual Meeting - George Lehocky reports (via email, since he wasn't at the meeting) that he has confirmed all arrangements with both the Central Parkway YMCA and the Washington Platform to host this year's GCHA Annual Fall Meeting and Membership Appreciation Night on Monday October 11th. Jack Prather requested to be added to the night's agenda in order to promote the April 2005 USHA National Masters Singles tournament, and to provide details on sponsorship.

Hamilton Handball Re-union - Sam Minielli is hosting another re-union of Hamilton and Cincinnati handball players at his Tori's Station banquet hall. The party will be held on Friday, November 12th, starting at 7:00 pm; dinner with set-ups costs $12, and a cash bar will be available.

USHA 3-Wall Nationals; Maumee, OH
Cleveland Memorial; Eastlake, OH
2004 George Miller Sr. Memorial (Toledo); Bowling Green, OH
Queen City Shootout
State of Ohio Championships; Cleveland, OH
USHA National Masters Singles; Cincinnati, OH
11th Annual Cleveland Invitational; Mentor, OH

September 2nd - 6th (Thr.- Mon.)
October 22nd - 24th (Fri.- Sun.)
November 12th - 14th (Fri.- Sun.)
December 3rd - 5th (Fri.- Sun.)
February 18th-20th, 2005 (Fri.- Sun.)
April 7th - 10th, 2005 (Thr.- Sun.)
May 20-22, 2005 (Fri.-Sun.)

Tournaments - Jim Krailler reports that information, entry forms and/or links to all area tournaments have been added to the website calendar, with additional information posted when appropriate.

Queen City Shootout - The Queen City Shootout is scheduled for December 3rd, 4th and 5th at Paul Baker's Athletic Club @ Waycross. Greg Fite has volunteered to be the tournament director, with George Lehocky serving as primary support person. George Lehocky reports (via email, since he wasn't at the meeting) that he has four sponsors lined up for the event. Trophies are suggested as awards.

USHA National Masters Singles - Jack Prather reports that the dates for this tournament will be Thursday, April 7th through Sunday, April 10th. The banquet will be held Saturday evening at Sam Minielli's banquet hall, Tori's Station in Fairfield. Committee work continues with particular aspects related to the tournament, including finance, food, hospitality and sponsorship. The plan is to have sponsorship finalized by December, and feature a multi-tiered approach with appropriate perks. (Name on courts, name on shirts, names in entry form, etc.)

Bob Hiance reports that he was not successful in obtaining a major sponsorship from 5/3rd Bank. The Sponsorship Committee is expected to meet soon, perhaps after the annual meeting, to discuss other possible sponsors.

Two hotels want to be considered for advertisement to the players. Lee's Inn is offering a rate of $79 for a double/king, $99 for a suite. AmeriSuites is offering $69 for double/king and a hot breakfast. The Holiday Inn atRoute 42 has also offered rooms for $69. The Hampton Inn is also being pursued.

Entry form needs to be forwarded to the USHA for publication in Handball magazine.

Midwest Regional - Jack Prather also reports that the May tournament in Cleveland may become a regional tournament.

Other?

Board

Other -

3-Wall Work Day - Bob Burkitt announced an October 16th work day for the 3-wall courts. Work will center around the repair of spalls and winterizing the courts.

Texas Hold 'em Night - Greg Fite suggested that GCHA hold a poker night for the membership.

UC Handball Team - The UC Handball Team holds practice every Tuesday and Thursday, from 7:00 - 9:00 pm. 6-12 new players have been contacted, ant there is enthusiasm among the players. UC has provided a budget for the club, to be used for gloves, balls, travel expenses, tournament entry fees, etc. Jim Wohl appreciates any and all support from the GCHA.

Next
Meeting

Scheduled date: Wednesday, November 3rd, 7:00 pm
Tentative location: Quatman's

Board

Open to all members