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HDSA Annual General Meeting Wrap up

Published Mon 26 May 2025

HDSA Annual General Meeting Wrap-Up 

The Hills District Softball Association (HDSA) held its Annual General Meeting on Thursday, 22nd May, at The Galston Club. The meeting brought together committee members, volunteers, and community stakeholders to reflect on the past season and set the stage for the year ahead.

The AGM saw the confirmation and appointment of key executive and general committee roles. Leading the association into the new season will be:

  • President: Paula Gray

  • Vice Presidents: Georgina Mackean, Peter Markowiak

  • Treasurer: Georgina Mackean

  • Registrar: Damaras Clarkson

  • Assistant Registrar: Louise Hollier

  • Secretary: Caitlin Wilde

Several additional positions were filled through nominations, demonstrating strong community support and involvement:

  • Scoring Convenor: Damaras Clarkson

  • Delegate to Hornsby Shire Council: Simon Fitzhenry 

  • Uniform Officer: Karen Kemp

  • Public Relations / Website / Social Media Manager: Hannah MacKean 

  • Equipment Officer: Simon Fitzhenry 

  • Grounds Manager: Simon Fitzhenry

  • Umpiring Convenor: Peter Markowiak

  • Competition Convenor Assistant: Kate Proctor 

  • Public Relations / Website / Social Media Assistant: Stephanie Bowles 

  • Rules convenor: Leo Gyzen

Despite the strong turnout and volunteer engagement, a few key positions remain vacant:

  • Coaching Convenor

  • Member Protection Officer

  • Canteen Manager

  • Sponsorship & Fundraising Officer

HDSA encourages members of the community who are passionate about softball and youth sport to consider stepping into these important roles.

The association thanks everyone who attended the AGM and extends gratitude to all outgoing and continuing volunteers for their invaluable contributions. With a dedicated team in place and a new season ahead, HDSA is looking forward to an exciting and successful year of softball.

The annual report, including the presidents and treasurers report, will be posted soon. 

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