Volunteer Recognition Day

Today, Canterbury Rugby Club proudly recognises the dedicated volunteers who work tirelessly behind the scenes to make our club what it is today.

From giving countless hours in all weather conditions to providing quiet, consistent support week after week, our volunteers are truly the heartbeat of Canterbury Rugby Club. Their dedication keeps our teams playing, our facilities running, and our club moving forward.

We extend our heartfelt thanks to those whose past efforts have shaped our history, and to the volunteers who continue to give their time, energy, and passion today. Your commitment goes far beyond supporting rugby. it helps build a strong, inclusive community that generations of players, families, and supporters can proudly call home.

Volunteer Recognition Day 2026 is our opportunity to say what cannot be said often enough: we couldn’t do this without you.

 

Awards For Outstanding Volunteers

The outstanding work of the club’s volunteers was recognised at the Kent County Awards ceremony on June 10th with Canterbury honoured with four winners. Honda Volunteer of the Year awards went to long serving First Team Manager Andy Rogers-Unsung Hero; Liz Larkins and Sally Taylor, the Game For All prize, for their work in organising and promoting girls rugby, and the Beyond Rugby: Connecting the Community Award went posthumously to our late secretary Alison Williams who was deeply involved in all aspects of the club for 35 years. Her son Ben and his wife received the award. Club chairman Giles Hilton was named runner-up in the Kent County Volunteer of the Year category.