… well, sort of.
Croquet England awards diplomas to those who have made an outstanding contribution to our sport over the years. This year the committee nominated Brian – and our nomination was approved. We were hoping to present his award on Finals’ Day – which was unfortunately postponed. Instead we found an opportunity on a regular club session and a camouflaged Andy (left) presented Brian (right) with his certificate. Meanwhile Mo sulked in the crowd and complained that the Diploma she received a few years ago wasn’t framed as nicely as Brian’s!
Here’s the citation…
Brian started playing at Lansdown CC, Bath c. 2001. Around 2012 the club relocated to Peasedown St John and Brian was instrumental in organising and raising funds for the move.
He joined the committee as Minutes Secretary and Liaison Officer.
More recently he has helped to raise substantial amounts of money for the new Clubhouse (opened in 2023) by applying to various organisations.
He has, over the years, written numerous articles for the press about the Club and has taken part in several interviews with local radio, promoting the Club
He became a GC Club Coach and subsequently a Grade 1 GC Coach in 2015 and has continued to coach, generously, to CPCC members and in many local clubs.
Not satisfied with just coaching he became a GC Referee in 2023 and has offered his services on numerous occasions both at CPCC and at many Clubs in the area. The amount of time he contributes to the game is humbling.
As if this is not enough he has served on the South West Federation of Croquet Clubs in various roles including Chairman and has represented the South West at Croquet England and is currently a Trustee of Croquet England.
He is now a Development Representative for the South West.
Brian’s enthusiasm for the game is infectious and he is always willing to help or offer advice, whether it is within his club, or further afield.
He would be a very deserving recipient of the Croquet England Diploma