Message from the Desk of the President
February 2014
February 2014
Rheems Athletic Association is an all volunteer organization that serves the families and children living within the greater Elizabethtown community. We have over 800 members participating in our four sporting activities (soccer, softball, lacrosse and volleyball). The children participating range from ages 3 to 18 and many of our families are in their second generation of involvement with Rheems Athletic Association.
In the past year, Rheems Athletic Association has gone through many changes to move the organization forward. These changes include:
1) The integration of softball between Elizabethtown Girls Softball, Conoy and Rheems into one umbrella that will be Elizabethtown Fastpitch Softball.
2) Expansion of the board of directors to include co-commissioner positions for each sport and the addition of a fundraising commissioner position.
3) Partnering with Elizabethtown Boys Club to consolidate baseball under one group at the Boys Club.
4) Focus on safety through education for volunteers regarding concussion training.
5) Improving coaching education opportunities.
The main goal for each of the changes and any change going forward will be what's in the best interest of the children that are participating in the Rheems AA programs. From day one, this has been the recurring theme at board meetings and the question is asked often when evaluating alternatives to make the best decision.
As an all volunteer organization, the programs we offer are only made possible by the countless hours of volunteering from our parents. Whether it happens to be coaching, serving on the board, helping with the snack stand or volunteering for field maintenance, it would not be possible without the volunteer efforts. Personally, I have been involved in volunteering since 2006 and for all those involved; I offer a sincere gratitude of thanks on behalf of the Board for the time you have committed to Rheems AA and our children.
We currently have open board positions that include the Treasurer, Lacrosse co-commissioner and Volleyball co-commissioner. This is in addition to many other areas where assistance is needed throughout the sports and organization. If you have wanted to get involved and were not sure how to go about it, please reach out to me at president@rheemsaa.org and I would be happy to talk.
Mike De Stefano
President - Rheems Athletic Association