Sport In Profile UK Issue 10 | Page 25

marton Furness hockey club Marton Furness hockey club M arton Furness Hockey Club is a terrific example of a well-run community establishment that provides people with an opportunity to enjoy the game in a safe and enjoyable environment. Chairman Reg Bellersby took the time to tell us more about the fantastic set up they have in place. The Role “I am extremely honoured to be the Chairman of such a great hockey club. My main role in the club is to lead and coordinate a team of passionate and hardworking volunteers to ensure our club maintains its current status, yet also grows to accommodate more players and achieves further success. Although my position is rewarding, it can be challenging trying to manage a large committee section to ensure the club has a clear vision, especially of late, as the club has recently seen a massive growth in its membership from just two men’s sides to 6 men’s sides, two ladies teams and several junior sides ranging from U10s to U18s. It is extremely rewarding seeing our juniors develop over the years with some of them going on to achieve national level. However, the biggest highlight and proudest moment, has got to be when we were nominated for the EHB Club of Year Award in 2014 and subsequently European Club of the Year.” Atmosphere “There is a positive atmosphere at the club at the moment, particularly following the development and subsequent success of the ladies section of the club for www.martonhockey.co.uk www.sportip.biz 25