Write a commentThe recent AGM of Newry Rugby Club heard of plans in place to strengthen the club to ensure that it continues to maintain its prominent place in Junior Rugby in the province.
The well attended meeting was indicative of the renewed enthusiasm the club is currently experiencing.
Newly elected Chairman Paul Little highlighted the plans for the coming season and introduced the newly appointed Director of Rugby Trevor Sansom. Little commented that Sansom who hails from South Africa “brings a wealth of experience having played and coached at a high level in provincial Rugby in his home country.”
Sansom retired from playing due to a shoulder injury and turned to coaching with some considerable success.
Having decided to move to Ireland he settled with his young family in Newry where he coached the under 12s alongside compatriot Riann Fourie. He brings a coaching style encompassing attention to detail and mastery of the basics of the game which he feels is critical to the implementation of any game plan.
Due to the efforts of the Recruitment sub-committee a large number of experienced players have committed for the forthcoming season and Sansom is keen to start working with them when training recommences in July.
The club is keen to add to the playing numbers so if anyone is interested in joining us on our exciting journey next season please contact Eamon McCormick on 07754392204.
To give any inspiring players a taste of the game the club holds a session of tag Rugby each Thursday night at 7.30pm. Anyone is welcome to attend.
With a thriving youth section bringing on the next generation of senior players the club is well placed to progress and all involved can’t wait for the new season to begin.
