With the support of our new partner Prezzy Card, we are looking forward to celebrating our Volunteers again this season!

If you know someone in our rugby community who should be recognised for their volunteer work? Send a direct message to our Facebook page with the nominee’s name, photo and why they should be rewarded. We will narrow the nominations to four people for the public to vote on. The winner will win a $100 Prezzy Card and the three remaining nominees will win a $50 Prezzy Card

Our first round of Volunteers has been chosen!  VOTE on our Otago Community Rugby Facebook page

Voting closes on Friday 16 May 3pm.

Tania Burton – Taieri🏉

“Tania has been a major part of the Taieri Junior Rugby Club for the last 7 years. She plays a massive role in the Junior Club and works hard to keep player numbers high and the season to run smoothly.

Her life revolves around the club for 7months of each year. Tania's skills, experience and hard work is what makes our 7’s tournament such a success each year.

She is our Junior Otago Metro Delegate also. On top of all this, she managers our Year 8 team, and I believe, we have the best manager around. She is so well organised and makes life so easy each week looking after the team, coaches, and parents.

She will absolutely hate I have done this, but she deserves to be recognised for all her hard work around our Junior Club.”

Richard O’Hara – Crescent🏉

“Richard O’Hara (Sharky) spends Tuesday and Wednesday flogging raffles for the team, Thursday’s practices, Saturday’s game day so he is driving the van and sorting everyone and Sunday washing and drying uniforms. He is a true Club Man and ensures the boys hit the field with respect and honour for the Crescent badge.”

Darren Huddleston – Clutha🏉

“We are proud to nominate Hudd for Volunteer of the Month in recognition of his commitment and hard work behind the scenes for the smooth running of the Clutha Club. Whether it's maintaining the fields, keeping the clubrooms and changerooms in top shape, stocking the bar, or serving up the famous Hudd's Spuds on a Saturday, Hudd consistently goes above and beyond for his Club. His quiet dedication and willingness to handle the less glamorous but essential tasks make him an invaluable part of our club. Cheers Hudd!”

Stephen Baughan- Zingari-Richmond 🏉

“Steve is the go to guy for absolutely everything at our club. Any questions relating to the Senior or Junior Club, Steve is on call 24/7 and always happy to help! I hate to think how many hours morning and night he puts into our small but growing club. Steve has been a fixture at Zingari for a very, very long time and we couldn’t function without him! Thank you, Steve, for all that you have done and continue to do! #Alwaysthegame.”

Article added: Friday 02 May 2025