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In this profile we will focus on David Black, Mini
Rugby Convenor at Ballynahinch RFC.
David has been involved in volunteering at
Ballynahcinch RFC for the past 2 years and has
held the position of Mini Rugby Convenor for the
last 15 months.
In his role, David is the administrative lead for
mini rugby within the club. This includes coach
development, child welfare, communication
to parents, pitch space allocation, building a
volunteer base and supporting all those involved
in mini rugby within the club.
Commenting on what motivated him to get
involved in volunteering, David said:
"Volunteering gives me an opportunity to combine
my passions for rugby and youth development.
I love to see players developing both in terms of
skills and confidence. I continue to be inspired by
the efforts of coaches, volunteers and the young
players every week. I take great satisfaction
from volunteering and I often think of the time
an 8-year-old boy shook my hand and thanked
me after I refereed a game - small things like that
make it all worthwhile."
Ballynahinch RFC has seven senior teams
competing weekly, with the 1st XV competing in
the Ulster Bank All Ireland League Division 1B.
The club also has a senior ladies team and boasts
a successful youth setup for both boys and girls,
as well as a large mini section. For a club of this
stature within a County Down market town, there
is a huge reliance on volunteers to ensure the
club can operate efficiently.
If you would like to get involved in
volunteering at your local club or would like
to be featured in our Volunteer Focus series
please contact Kerry Spence, Ulster Rugby
Volunteer and Policy Development Officer
on
volunteer@ulsterrugby.com.
VOLUNTEER FOCUS
DAVID BLACK
In our Volunteer Focus series, we will profile some of the outstanding
rugby volunteers and highlight the tremendous work carried out by them
throughout the Province.
VOLUNTEER FOCUS