COMMITTEE
Chairman
Chris Caleo
Chris has been part of the fabric of North Ward Rugby Club for over a decade now, joining as a player in 2010, then becoming a committee member in 2011, and president in 2012. From coaching A Grade and senior ladies’ teams, plus fulfilling the duties of president, there isn’t much he hasn’t done around the club. A true club stalwart.
Deputy Chairman
Brock Thompson
Brock has been a player for the club for many years and in conjunction with continuing to play, coach juniors and senior ladies, has looked to contribute even further by taking on this important role, overseeing the operations of the senior teams.
Secretary
Tanya Finucane
Tanya has two boys currently playing in the junior ranks and has been part of the club for five years now. Passionate about the club and willing to contribute whenever asked, she took on the role of secretary at the beginning of the 2020 season.
Financial Director
Carmen Finlay
Carmen is another club volunteer with two boys currently playing in the junior ranks. Always the first to put her hand up to help where needed, Carmen has fulfilled the role of club treasurer since the commencement of the 2020 season.
Sponsorship Director
Lachlan Bell
Lachlan has been involved with the club for over 10 years now as a parent, coach, and committee member. He moves from Director - Teenage Boys to the important role of Director – Sponsorship for the 2023 season.
Senior Men's Director
Michael Horton
Michael has been with the club for 14 years playing in all senior grades including grand finals in each grade, he now looks at giving back to the club that has given him so much as becoming senior director of men's rugby for the 2024 season.
Junior Sandcrabs Director
Matt Dobbins
Matt has two children currently playing for the club, a boy, and a girl, and has been part of the club for five years. Growth in player numbers has always been his primary focus and he continues to champion the club to anyone who will listen.
Teenage
Boys Director
Will Norval
is into his sixth year with the club, and now has 2 boys playing. A committed volunteer for the past 5 years through coaching, Dave has now accepted the role of Director of Teenage Boys.
Women & Teenage Girls Director
Rachel Forster
Rachel has 2 children playing for North Ward, a boy and a girl, and has this year also decided to play herself! Organised and passionate about girls participation in rugby, she is a huge asset for our girls program.