9th November 2009

Sav,

Thank you for an absolutely fabulous party …Rayyaan could not have been happier!

You got plenty of compliments from the mums today!!

Regards,
Zahra (mother of Rayyaan, Mill Hill)

1st November 2009

Hello Savvas

Just a quick note to let you know Ewan enjoyed his time at Skill 7 - it rates 1st equal with another scheme (a week long one run by his current manager in the summer holidays) he has done & says he would probably like to come again, so that's an achievement!

If you want to know more, please just ask! The attendance trophy was a nice surprise and is bound to encourage repeat bookings! (By chance he happened to know some of the boys on the course as they were his old team mates in his former club.)

Kind regards,
Jan (Mother of Ewan, Stevenage)

30th October 2009

Hi Sav,

I just wanted to give you some feedback and say a big thanks for this weeks half term course. The kids have just had the best time! They have just gone to bed with their trophies and are very happy. You and Skill 7 provide such a great, safe and fun environment for them all and now all I hear is “Sav says this” and “Sav does that.” So, a very well done and thank you.

Cheers,
Kerry (Mother of Ben, Olivia, and Charlie of Bushey)

29th October 2009

Hi Savvas,

Sorry it's me again!!! Now I realise this is really early but the boys thoroughly enjoyed the day yesterday and are wondering if you are planning on running a course in the Xmas holidays?

Thanks,
Mandy (Mother of Kian and Joshua of Slough)

27th October 2009

Sav,

Thanks for being such an excellent inspiration to Tom & Sam …you and your team have been tremendous!

We wish you all the very best for the business.

Yours,
Alice and Alastair
(mother and father of Tom & Sam)

27th October 2009

Thanks very much Sav - Oliver had a great time today. He was a bit under par as he has a terrible cough but he insisted on going along and made it through the day, ending up in a reasonable 5th place! He's looking forward to the December session.

Alison (Mother of Oliver, Cirencester)

27th October 2009

Amazing party …kids all loved it!

Thanks for that!

Leanne. (Mother of Raphy, Radlett)

27th September 2009

Just wanted to say thanks for such a great party, Joe had the most fantastic time and all the other kids loved it! I really appreciate your hard work …and sorry for driving you mad!
 
Thanks again.
Louise & Sam (Parents of Joe, Radlett)

2nd September 2009

Hi Sav,
As you requested, I wanted to let you know that I took Jayden to the A&E last night and they glued his leg. Your first aid job was admired by the nurses, (both bandage and cleaning of the wound), but Jayden insisted that you were better suited to coaching!
I can't thank you enough for the care and attention that Jayden received. Skill 7 is truly the one thing he looks forward to each week. He absolutely loves it and all the coaches.
You can't keep a good man down, he will be back to play again next week.
Once again many sincere thanks to all of you at Skill 7.

Kind Regards,
Sally. (Mother of Jayden, Carpenders Park)

2nd September 2009

Hi Sav,

Just to let you know, I've posted off Oliver's form today for the session at Stratton in Cirencester. He had such a good time in the summer - apparently no other courses match up to yours!

By the way, do you remember how many points he scored in the summer? He missed the last day and has asked me to see if you remember.

Best wishes,
Alison (Mother of Oliver, Cirencester)

5th September 2009

Dear Sav,
I have written a letter to the school saying that your skill7 has really been a great boost to jacks confidence and attitude towards football. When he started the first term he was unsure of returning the following term. Now he looks forward to it and is very positive about football and has helped him with his social skills also. We think you have been brilliant and has been a really good service to the children and our jack, I hope this helps in your pledge to returning to the school, if you so wish. Unfortunately because we don’t drive we will not be able to pick him up from Bushey so will no longer be able to continue however if there is any change please could you email us.
Thank you very much for all your support.
Regards,

Amit Visana & Samantha Field (Parent & Guardian of Jack)
Abbots Langley
(If you would like to use this email to help you have our consent.)

3rd September 2009

Hi Sav,
Just a short note to say thank you for organising the summer tour, James really enjoyed it. I have just posted his from for the Elite sessions this term.

Peter (Father of James)
Bushey

3rd September 2009

Hi Sav - I am delighted to hear it - you should have done this age’s ago! We all really value Skill 7 and would be so disappointed if you had to close down. Louis will be with you on Saturday!

Sue (Mother of Louis)
Bushey
(Comment of prices going up for the Saturday club for the first time in six years)

2nd September 2009

Hi Sav,
Daniel had a brilliant time at his birthday party. All the parents I have spoken to also said their kids loved it. Hopefully you’ll get some new business out of it!
He was shattered after his week away at Selsey. We have only heard good things …apart from him watching The Bill!!!! lol
Anyway, thanks again to Skill 7 and we hope he was a good and fun-to-be-with member of the group.

Liz (Mother of Daniel)
Bushey

2nd September 2009

Hi Sav and all the coaches
Just to say a huge thank you to all of you for giving Leo a fantastic week. He really had a wonderful time, especially at the disco!!!
Hope you all are having a good rest, and once again many thanks for providing the opportunity for an unforgettable week.
Regards

Beverley (Mother of Leo)
Bushey

30th August 2009

Hi Sav,
Once again I want to say thank you to you and all the guys for making sure Francesco had a really good time on tour. In fact, he has spent most of today asleep! I just hope he wasn’t too much of a handful for you, lol.

Lisa (Mother of Francesco)
Watford

29th August 2009

Thank you so much to all of you for giving Adam and Matt such a fantastic time away and for looking after them so well. They had a ball!

Lynda & Phil (Mother & Father of Adam & Matt)
Abbots Langley
(Comment on summer tour 2009)

28th August 2009

Hi Sav,
Joseph has really enjoyed playing and being apart of your after school Sports Club. You and your staff of coaches are really good.
As you know we are leaving this Nov.4th and so Joe will only be able to attend up to the half term. Joe is getting excited to play again soon.
Thank you so much. I look forward to hearing from you. Warmly,

Jennifer Carlson (Mother of Joe)
Bushey

28th August 2009

Hi Sav,
Please say thanks to all the guys for me for looking after Jacob on the summer tour. You do a great job with the kids.

Andrea (Mother of Jacob)
Cirencester

10th August 2009

Hi Sav and Co,
We were very disappointed to hear you would no longer be providing the after school football at Divine Saviour school. Charlie has had a great time at all the courses, after school club and Birthday Parties he attended. I also wanted to thank you for giving Scott some experience in the sports industry, I know he enjoyed every moment. I hope things go well for you in the future and thanks again for giving Charlie some great times. He will miss you all loads!

Jo (Mother of Charlie)
Abbots Langley

2nd August 2009

Hi Sav, the girls are so looking forward to the Saturday morning football.

Gayna (Mother of Halle, Mya, & Robbie)
South Oxhey
P.S. Just to let you know appreciate everything that you are doing with Robbie, you have completely changed him and that I thank you for that. x

5th June 2009

Hi Sav, hope your well. Just keeping you updated Dennon got his 2 year contract and off to play in Portugal on 18th June. Thanks for all your help.

Amanda (Mother of Dennon)
Abbots Langley
(Confirmation of 2 year contract for Watford Academy)

2nd June 2009

Hi Sav, Aiden had a great time last week at Skill 7. Do you know if you will be doing any courses during the summer holidays, if so do you know the dates yet. If you could let me know that would be great. Thanks Mandy.

Mandy (Mother of Aiden)
Cirencester

29th May 2009

Hi Sav, I just wanted to say thank you for making the week really enjoyable for Francesco. He always has lots of fun at Skill 7, lol Lisa.

Lisa (Mother of Francesco)
Watford

29th April 2009

Hi Sav
Just thought I'd let you know that Sean has been picked to train with Tottenham Development Centre!! Unfortunately this is on Mondays and it clashes with your afterschool sessions- much to Sean's disappointment. Big tears on Monday cause he wanted to play footie with his mates!
So I wanted to say a big Thank you for getting him to this level. Sean enjoys Skill 7 so much!
Who knows what the outcome will be for him but I don't think he has the physical strength to get to professional level but as long as he's enjoying it that's what is most important.
Cheers for everything Sav and best of luck with the future of Skill 7.

Edel (Mother of Sean)
Abbots Langley

24th April 2009

Hi Sav,
Great news! Elizabeth will deal with. We will pay the same as last Term, and not the reduced fee, because we can more than afford it, and because the quality and care is great!
Cheers,

Bob.
Wycombe

PS: If I ever get asked to join the Board of a serious football club, you will be the first on-board after me, as Director of Coaching!
(On the elite sessions restarting at a reduced rate to help with the credit crunch)

12th March 2009

Sav,

That's top draw, Lisa and I say a big big thanks!

John
Father of Henry, Abbots Langley)
 
(Reply email to senior school reference sent over for Henry)

7th March 2009

Sav,

Thanks for arranging the match against Watford today. Dan thoroughly enjoyed the day.

Thanks again.

Lucia.
Mother of Daniel, Abbots Langley)

4th March 2009

Jacob loved the party you did for him, plus all the others he goes to for his friends.

I wish you all the best of luck with your business.

Natalie
Mother of Jacob, Mill Hill

1st March 2009

Hi Sav,

Thanks for a great party for the twins!

Many Thanks,

Jan.
Mother of Thomas & Rory

1st March 2009

Harry absolutely loved his party today ...and so did all his friends!

Thank you very much for making his day so special.

Love,

Debbie.
Mother of Harry, Pinner

19th February 2009

Sav,

Thank you for your positive comments about Aiden. He said he had a really good time today.

We hope you can carry on coming to Cirencester. We also hope you get a bit more support up here.

Thanks again.

Mandy.
M other of Aiden, Cirencester

2nd February 2009

Dear Sav

Thank you for the recent invite and complimentary place (due to sickness) for George to attend the half term session at Fairlands School.

Unfortunately we were away for Christmas and will be away for February too. We will hopefully be booking a place on the Easter session when dates become available.

thanks

Julie

30th January 2009

I think that's the happiest I've ever seen Joe! (on being selected to represent the Elite squad against the Watford Academy U9/10 squads.)

Thank you. x
Mother of Joe, Bushey

25th January 2009

Thank you for making Neo's birthday so very special.

Love,

Bev.
Mother of Neo, Patchetts Green

20th January 2009

Oh no, that is bad news! It would be awful if you had to stop ...you're so good!!

Good luck. Shout if there is anything we can do, i.e. raise more funds!

See you next week. In the meantime, I'll pass the word round!

Take care.
Mother of Tyler, Carpenders Park

12th January 2009

Hi Sav.

It seems completely daft that such a completely brilliant organisation should be at risk of folding.

But as you say, the situation is pretty dire out there, and if there is anything I can do to help, please let me know.

Ray looks forward to a very full Year at Skill 7, and thereafter, as long as you believe he’s good enough.

Cheers,

Bob.
Father of Raymond, Wycombe)

12th January 2009

Hi Sav.

Joel would like to take part in the after school football again this term.

Pleased to hear that you are able to continue trading, it is hard at the moment. We run our own business and have seen bookings subside towards the end of last year but thankfully are picking up a bit now. I wish you every success.

Kind Regards,

Jane Smith
Mother of Joel, Carpenders Park

12th January 2009

Savva

I was so shocked to hear that you nearly went under - you hinted it to me in our previous email correspondence but I didnt think you were serious

If I may be so bold as to make a couple of observational comments which may help your finances

You don't charge enough (excel charge a lot more than you for 10 - 3). The trophies, whilst are very nice, are not necessary for those other
than the winners - if you wanted to give something to all participants perhaps a medal (much cheaper). Certificates, not necessary

I hope you don't mind me telling you this and you have probably heard this from other sources - but if it can help you save money and continue as a business .

Sorry if I have poked my nose in where it is not wanted.

Louise
Mother of Daniel & Josh)

11th January 2009

Sav

Wishing you a Happy and Prosperous New Year.

I am sorry to hear of your difficulties pre Christmas. Though it is never easy to get that kind of news, pre Christmas it has an even greater impact. It is good to hear that you have been able to resolve the issue, and I hope that all the necessary support required is forthcoming, so that Skill 7 continues to provide our children the sporting opportunities for several decades to come.

Though Edu will not be able to join the Skill 7 team in February as we will be on a family skiing holiday, he will be back during the Easter break.

Kind regards

Philina
Mother of Edu, Carpenders Park)

9th January 2009

Sav,

I wish you all the best.

Keep fighting, we will all get through this.

Regards,

Gary.
Father of Lewis, Bushey)

7th January 2009

Hi Sav

I had no idea the financial situation you were in and that your organisation nearly came to an end. Well done for getting the backing from the bank for you to continue the great work that you offer our children.

I hope you realise how much we appreciate the help and support you have shown Daniel and Lewis over the years, and indeed it was you who gave Daniel the chance at Cambridge and look where he is now.

All the very best for 2009 and all the luck in the world for continuing with Skill 7.

I will most certainly remember you should I win the lottery - maybe I should be positive and say WHEN I win the lottery.

Take care

Mandy x
Mother of Daniel & Lewis, Stevenage

7th January 2009

Hi Savvas,

Great news!

We could not be more pleased for you (and for us!)

Tom will be attending next Friday (12th), in the meantime we’ll get the form and fees to you.

Kind Regards

Annie
Mother of Tom, Aylesbury

7th January 2009

Sorry to hear your bad news. I would hate to think there was no skill 7 because I know how much fun Sebastian has had at your courses over the years. He is too busy to the attend the elite course at the weekends but look forward to getting your next holiday dates and he will be keen to come over

Kind regards

Julie Ellis
Mother of Seb Ellis, Cirencester

7th January 2009

Hi, Raphy loved the couple of days he had at Skill 7, thank you so much and I am so pleased you can continue for now.... Just wondered if you will be holding a course during the 'Sinai' half term which is from Monday 16th Feb. Also, if so if you give me details, I will put in the newsletter at Sinai for you as loads of Raphy's friends are football made.

Take care,

Leanne Simons
Mother of Raphy, Bushey

7th January 2009

Hi Sav,

Just to say glad to hear you are able to keep running Skill 7 at the moment and I will be sending off Tom's form at the weekend for him to do the Stratton course.

Very best wishes and lots of luck for 2009.

Jo Chisholm.
Mother of Tom, Cirencester

6th January 2009

Oh no that is bad news it would be awful if you had to stop. You are so good! Good luck and shout if we can help raise funds. See you next week and I will pass the word round x take care.

Lesley (mother of Tyler)
Carpenders Park
(Reply to email stating that Skill 7 may have to close)