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Volunteer of the Month - February 2016

Volunteer of the Month - February 2016

Kath Middleditch17 Mar 2016 - 20:04
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Johan Botes – 3rd Team Captain and Team Secretary

"I had a drink with Plummer and since then I have just done it!"
- Johan Botes, Third team Captain and Team Secretary

Clearly the caution here is for anyone volunteering after a drink with Keith Plummer. However, Johan’s contribution to the club since that drink has been huge. His dedication to ensuring the club fields at least 3 senior sides has been immense.

Not only is Johan captain of the 3rd team he also spends much of the week chasing up availability and attendance to find willing players for both the 2nd and 3rd teams each week. With the first team hit by many injuries this season there have inevitably been many calls on the 2nd team with a knock on effect to the third team. It is a mark of Johan’s persistence and persuasive skills that Olney RFC have not cancelled a game through lack of players this season.

Johan is not just involved with the senior teams. He is the one who sends out the emails to club members, maintains the members’ data base and contributes to the upkeep of the website. His volunteering contribution to the club is a model for us all.

Johan was a returnee to rugby after a break of 21 years, last playing when he was 11! He joined Olney RFC four years ago and has been an active and integral member of the club ever since

A big thank you to Johan for all he does as 3rd team captain, team secretary and his communication role at Olney RFC. All your time, effort and support is much appreciated.

Olney RFC, on behalf of all members, says thank you to all its volunteers.

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