Summer is all but "officially" over and it is time to look towards Fall.  I like to welcome all existing and new members back to the club for another season of fun, games and socials.

Members will notice some of the club capital projects are underway.  By judging from the quotes received for the capital projects, I am confident that the projects will be on or under budget.  This may result in not spending the full $646,000 budget and may lessen club's borrowing portion of the loan.

The strength of a non-profit club such as the Racquets Club relies on its members as volunteers.  As in many opening and closing speeches in games, thanking the volunteers has been mentioned numerous times – this time I will thank again all members who are currently serving on the Board of Directors and many volunteers who will be helping out in tournaments.  If you are not volunteering, I encourage all members to sign-up or come forward - you never know what will come out of it. 

This year the club is facing a shortfall in the membership - badminton and fitness.  The Board of Directors have recently waived off the initiation fee for badminton.Without an intitiation it will help to better recruit new members. 

There will be an open house on October 16, 2010 from 10.00am to 3.00pm. I invite friends of members to the open house.  Currently, there is a promotion of group of 4 where the fourth member is free (result in 25% discount for the group of 4).  This promotion has a limited time offer.  The cheapest advertisement is word-of-mouth and if you recommend a new member, you will receive a 10% off on the value of the new membership towards your next year's membership. Please spread the word around!

The club is unique in many ways especially the diverse groups in badminton, squash and fitness.  I personally encourage all members to make a considerate effort to know your fellow members better! 

Have a good 2010-2011 season.

Thank You,

Raymond Wong

President,