2019-07-09_SDTTA_Minutes

Meeting called to order at 6:56PM. All board members present. Jeff Ruiz present.

• June meeting minutes approved 7-0
• Summer League: Jeff has a proposal for another league. The league will include the following changes from the previous league:
  • Teams will require 6 players.
  • Jeff will receive additional assistance in running the league (Steve and Behnam)
  • $25 entry fee
  • Participants will receive a guidelines document to better inform them how the league works.
  • Matches will start at 11AM on Saturdays and Sundays.
  • There will be two divisions with a maximum of 8 teams per division.
• Old Business
  • Tables for sale: on the motion to sell two of the green tables for $500 each, the board votes 7-0 in favor.
    • There are two unbuilt tables remaining in inventory.
  • The board would like to recognize Jeff Ruiz and George Pisa for their efforts and time in organizing and running the team league.
    • On the motion to pay Jeff $300 and George $150, the board votes 7-0 in favor.
  • Free ball program: no new balls will be purchased at this time. The free ball program to remain on indefinite hold.
  • Balls for practice robot: on the motion to purchase three boxes of training balls for the robot, the board votes 7-0 in favor.
• New Business
  • San Diego Open Tournament:
    • For next year’s tournament, the board feels a board member such as Perry, or someone experienced in tournament organization, should work closely with Craig and Attila to organize and execute the tournament.
      • This year’s tournament ran more smoothly than in previous years, and the board would like to continue to improve the process.
    • Doubles entry fee: should be reduced to reflect the lower prizes.
  • Coaching: On the motion to continue subsidized coaching for Pisa, $225 for three sessions, the board votes 7-0  in favor.
  • Sunday tournament: 
    • Scheduled for the 21st of July
    • Trophies acquired for the next 3 tournaments (24 trophies)

Meeting adjourned at 7:44