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Tring
RUGBY CLUB
T
ring Rugby Club is a fantastic example of how to play a vital role
in the local community whilst also being successful on the field of
play. Rugby Club Magazine recently caught up with their Chairman, Steve
Hayes to find out more about the good work that the club has been doing
lately.
He told us, “I came to Tring RFC in
2002 when my son was eight; the Mini
and Junior set up was excellent, our
family was made very welcome, we
met some lifelong friends as did our son
George who now plays for the first XV. I
become involved as a Trustee in 2015 and
put myself forward as Chairman in July
2016.”
“There are many challenges to the
role of Chairman; leading a large group
of volunteers is difficult, people freely
give up their time for the good of the club
but many have fulltime jobs and family
commitments, they are not employees
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and cannot be treated as such. Others
do not always understand or appreciate
the huge amount of work that is required
throughout the year.
“We are aiming to become ‘one club’
from the Cubs, Minis & Juniors through
to the Academy, Seniors, supporters
old guard; it is a huge challenge to get
everyone onside and pulling in the same
direction. The best reward for me is when
members can see the progression.
“Tring is a club in change, the vast
majority of members enjoy the club, it
is important that we bring everyone
along on the journey to become the best
run amateur club in Herts. The senior
squad has had some brilliant success in
promotion and we have strong 2nd’s and
3rd’s with the M&J section of over 450
children going from strength to strength.
“Tring has had a highly successful
season in every aspect. Change is always
difficult, communication has improved
greatly but we must not rest on our
laurels, there is a great deal to improve.
Involving all members has been a major
success, not everyone likes change but it
is important that members are involved
in the process, it takes time.