Ulster Rugby vs Leinster

CONGRATULATIONS TO THE FOUR FINALISTS:

CATEGORY: ADULT

CATEGORY: YOUTH AND MINI

SUSAN SPENCE HEAD OF ADMIN CITY OF DERRY RFC

GARY McFARLANE YOUTH CONVENOR/CORDINATOR LARNE RFC Gary McFarlane has been associated with Larne Rugby Club for three years. NOMINATED FOR: Gary has utterly transformed youth rugby at Larne RFC, growing the youth section from just 18 members in 2014 to nearly 100 this season by introducing a variety of processes and procedures and by streamlining communication between players enabling youth rugby at the club to flourish. Gary has taken on the role of Youth Convenor with absolute commitment providing coordination, establishing relationships with players and parents and developing a vision and code of conduct for all. Gary also plays a crucial part in seeking sponsorship, developing the club’s social media, attending training sessions and fundraising. Richard Black has been associated with City of Armagh Rugby Club for 35 years. NOMINATED FOR: Richard sees the enormous value that playing sport brings to young people and through his selfless devotion, youth rugby in Armagh is thriving. Richard has played an active part in the club as a player, coach, Honorary Treasurer, President and referee. Despite this, it’s his ongoing involvement with Armagh RFC’s youth teams that’s extra special. He has doubled the numbers in the section in just six years, he acts as referee, fixture organiser, coach and mentor, fundraiser, seeks sponsorship, encourages participation and has driven both the success and the reputation of Armagh RFC. RICHARD BLACK YOUTH CONVENOR, CITY OF ARMAGH RFC

SONI COMMUNITY CHAMPIONS

Former Junior, then Senior Vice President, Susan was the first female to assume the role of President of a rugby club in Ulster and has been associated with City of Derry Rugby Club for over 20 years. NOMINATED FOR: Susan fulfills many roles while supporting others in theirs, bringing enthusiasm and vigor to everything she does and creating a real ‘esprit de corps’ at the club. Quick to volunteer for jobs that others might shun, her input across all areas of the club is unmeasurable and has made her the go-to individual for absolutely everything.

JOHN CURRY HONORARY SECRETARY RANDALSTOWN RFC

John Curry has been associated with Randalstown Rugby Club for over 30 years. NOMINATED FOR: Integrity is at the heart of everything that John does, and alongside fulfilling his many roles including fundraising, sustainability and arranging club tournaments, he played a major part in securing the Clubs of Ireland Excellence Award for Randalstown. John also acts as Welfare Officer (safeguarding). He always conducts himself in an exemplary

manner and quite simply has made a contribution to his club of immense proportions during his three decade commitment.

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