AGM UPDATE – 2026 SEASON CHANGES

TEES VALLEY ANGLING CLUB – AGM UPDATE (2026 SEASON CHANGES)

Following our AGM last night, we’d like to thank everyone who attended and contributed. Below is a full breakdown of the updates and changes for the 2026 season:

🎣 Match & Draw Updates

• The online wheel system draw will now take place on Saturday afternoon/evening.
• Final confirmation to fish must be made by Friday evening.

💷 Payment Changes

• There will now be a 30-minute payment window before matches.
  • Example: If fishing starts at 10:15am, payment will be taken between 8:00–8:30am (by Jack or Cal).
• Payment must be paid before going to your peg, failure to pay will result in you not being weighed in.
• If you arrive late, please pay after the match to avoid disruption on the bank, but this must be for a reasonable reason, turning up late regularly will not be accepted.

📱 Sections & Payouts

• League and money sections will be posted in the WhatsApp group on Saturday evening.

🏆 League & Prizes

• The league will pay out the top 8 anglers overall.
• We’re pleased to welcome a new sponsor – Premier Glass and Glazing. Thank you for your support!
• The Golden Peg will continue for 2026. If won, a fundraiser will be held to keep it going.

⚖️ Rules & Equipment

• A new tripod is required for the club and will be purchased using club funds.
• New rule: If packing up early, please:
  • Do not throw any unused bait into the pond.
  • Return all fish safely, calmly, and with minimal disturbance to the swim.
  • Ensure your peg is left clean and tidy before leaving.
  • Avoid drawing attention or causing disruption to anglers still fishing nearby.

🪑 Fixtures & Venues

• Where fixtures involve split lakes, the club will help cover venue costs if needed (e.g., 20 anglers booked on a 24-peg venue).
  • This ensures more space and a better match experience for everyone.

🎉 Events & Social

• Presentation Night will be held at Woodlands Lakes (date to be confirmed).
  • Fundraisers will support this event and may also contribute towards future travel (including potential trips back into Thirsk from Woodlands).
• Summer Cheer at Woodlands will be food and drink only.

📊 League Format Update

• The league structure remains the same, with one change:
  • Bonus point awarded for a win has been removed
  • New scoring system: 1–4 points
• This format will be trialed for the 2026 season.

We’re looking forward to another great year ahead. Tight lines to everyone for the upcoming season! 🎣