All good points.
In retrospect there is a lot I would have done differently and will implement those next year if I don't go mental first
Getting started earlier is one of the big things - though that was stymied somewhat by the season ending in a brawl and practically zero handover documentation.
An early start is particularly important for Juniors. Really need to see some results there and I want to grow our little crop of U6 and U7 into something large, particularly in this area where there are a lot of young families.
I'm looking at how we also get an uplift in involvement from non-players, and am considering an associate membership for $100. Allows people to vote at the AGM and gets them one of our discount cards at the pub. I'll even throw in a polo shirt. If they've got a bit of money down, they'll hopefully volunteer a bit, and if they don't, well I've got their money.
Women's rugby - at least 7s - is also something we want to put resources into. A summer touch comp might get this started, as well as trying to grow the juniors into 7s for women and 15s for boys. Attrition with juniors is going to be a bitch.
Gotta say though we've taken care of the gear side of things - new hydration gear, better field setup. Canteen setup including card payment and better food options. We're flicking the BBQ though as the pulled pork pies and sausage rolls are a far better (and easier) option IMHO.
