Every week, discover the story of someone who makes our community so special. Today: Sheena

Can you introduce yourself in a few words?

Hi, I’m Sheena, my age is π*13.7.
I have been with RCL for about 9 years when I came along to U6 training on a sunny Saturday morning so that he could try out rugby, and have never looked back..

What is your role within the club?

I started off as Team Manager for U8s, moved along through the years and am currently the team manager for the U14s mixed team.
I often help out organising the annual J.P. Morgan Annual U10/U12 Youth Rugby Tournament.

What motivated you to get involved with the club?

Well, at a tournament in Frankfurt, I was chatting to the one and only Paul Sweetnam and the conversation went something along the lines of;

Paul: “Fancy a beer?”
Me: “Beer? Yea sure why not! ”
Paul: “Perfect. Also… how do you feel about being the U8 Team Manager?”
Me: [mid-sip] “Wait—did you just slip a management role into my drink order?”
Paul: “You agreed.”
Me: “I agreed to hops, not hierarchy!”
Paul: “Same thing. Both require leadership.”
Me: “Do I get a whistle or a briefcase?”
Paul: “Neither. You get a WhatsApp group and 47 notifications a day.”
Me: “Sounds glamorous. Do I at least get a beer budget?”
Paul: “Only if you can explain it as ‘team morale expenses.’”
Me: “Fine. Cheers to my new life as a professional juggler of parents, players, and panic!”

And here we are…..

Which accomplishment/task are you proudest of?

What makes me most proud is looking around and seeing how these kids have grown, whether over a single season or over several years. Watching them mature, gain confidence, and develop both as young adults and as rugby players is incredibly rewarding. Knowing that I may have played a small part in organising the wonderful experiences that they get to have through RCL and encouraging their love for the game makes it all the more special.

What’s the funniest or most unusual moment you’ve experienced as a volunteer?

Pass

Complete the sentence: “Being a volunteer means…”

Being willing to jump in when people need a helping hand.

What advice would you give to someone who is hesitating to become a volunteer?

It’s doesn’t have to be a long term commitment, start off in small doses, and take it from there…. You don’t need to score the winning try - just lending a hand for a couple of hours keeps the club in the game.

Thanks Sheena!