RECOGNITION PROGRAM

AYBC is well aware that with the many hours
 of time and dedication of its Coordinators
and Coaches, AYB would not exist.

In a wish to thank these individuals,
AYB has created a

Coordinator and Coach Recognition Program
in an effort to recognise the efforts
of these important people of our organization.

COORDINATOR OF THE YEAR

**NEW FOR THE 2009 - 2010 SEASON** - Coordinator of the Year Award shall be chosen at the Board Level, based on the following criteria: Years of Service, Efficiency in following all deadlines and guidelines, and participating in Promotions. 
The Winner will receive an Embroidered Hoodie Sweatshirt.

COACH OF THE YEAR

To be awarded to a Coach in each province at the National Finals each season.  Nominations must be made in writing, and submitted to the AYB Office by April 30th.

**NEW FOR THE 2008-09 SEASON** - All Names submitted of Coaches will have their name entered into a draw for an Award Plaque.

PROMOTIONAL ITEMS

The following items can be purchased by AYB Program Coordinators.  An order form is included in the Season Starter Kit, supplied to each AYB Program Coordinator.

PROMOTIONAL POSTERS

The Winning Entry in the Poster Contest from the previous season, will be used to design the current season's AYB Promotional Poster.

PROMOTIONAL BROCHURES

"Bowling is Great" promotional brochures can be purchased in lots of 100.  See order form for prices.

AYB MANUAL

Each centre is provided with updated pages for their AYB Manual, at the beginning of the Season,  All New Centres are provided with a complete current manual.

AYB CERTIFICATES

AYB Office can produce a variety of certificates, ie. Turkey, Certificates of Appreciation, High Standings Awards (H.S., H.T., H.N.M.), Perfect Attendance, Most Improved, etc.  Sufficient lead time must be provided.  See order form for prices.

BOWLER RECOGNITION AWARD

Upon request, a Personalized 6" X 8" Special Recognition Merit Award Plaque, will be presented to an AYB Bowler who joined the AYB Program at the age of 7, and bowled consecutively in the program, and graduated at the Senior Grad Level.  A Special Achievement Award Certificate will be awarded to any AYB Bowler who joined the AYB Program and graduated at the Senior Level.  It is the Coordinator's responsibility to inform Head office should this situation exist, and to ensure all requirements are met.

BRING A FRIEND AND WIN

To Qualify: A New Bowler must bowl 2/3 of the possible strings bowled, from the time they register to the end of the year.  A Youth Bowler must be REGISTERED with the AYB Program by Dec. 31st of the present season, to be eligible to participate.  An New Bowler must be an "Active Member" in the Program at the end of the year. 
The deadline for submitting names to Head Office, is the beginning of National Tournament.
The coordinator is responsible for submitting Qualifier's names to Head Office. 
A Set of Paramount Bowling Balls will be awarded (or $100 Gift Certificate) will be awarded (through the process of a draw) to the Regular Member responsible for introducing someone New into the AYB Program.  A $50 Gift Certificate will be awarded  (through the process of a draw) to the NEW BOWLER, introduced to the AYB Program this season, for the 1st time.

AYB POSTER CONTEST

AYB Registered Members are encouraged to draw a picture of their impression of an advertisement for Promoting the AYB Program.  The picture must be generic in nature (no Centre's name on it). 
The Deadline for submitting entries to Head office is April 30th. 
The entries will be displayed at Nationals and the Winner determined by a vote taken among the National participants. 
The Winner will receive a set of Paramount Bowling Balls, of their choice of weight and color (or $100 Gift Certificate).
The Winning design will eb used as the AYB Promotional Poster for the following season.
CRITERIA: The Poster must portray Candlepin Bowling.  The use of licensed characters will NOT BE PERMITTED, and Computer Designs will be accepted.

CHOCOLATE BAR PROMOTION

Win a set of Paramount Bowling Balls (or $100 Gift Card) or a $75 Gift Card.
Deadline for submitting names to Head office is before the beginning of the National Tournament.
(See Manual under "Fundraising: for details)

GIFT CARDS

For all Gift Cards: the Money for the Gift Cards will be sent to the Centre's AYB Coordinator, and he or she will choose where it is most appropriate to purchase the Gift Card.  The AYB Bowler WILL NOT RECEIVE CASH.

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New Brunswick

Nova Scotia