Rugby Club Issue 61 | Page 27

Aylesbury Aylesbury RUGBY FOOTBALL CLUB A ylesbury RFC has been enjoying a strong season this time around, with impressive performances on the field being supported by a superb set up off it. We recently caught up with Head Coach Dave Larham to find out more about what has been behind their success. Involvement He told us, “I was previously Head Coach at the club from 2001 – 2006 and returned in 2012 as Head Coach. I was attracted back to the club by its ambitions to create the best facility it could for its members and its drive to grow rugby for all ages. Now in my ninth season as Head Coach, the magenta and black courses through my veins and I live and breathe the club.” The Role “The most rewarding aspect of my role is to see so many players coming through our Junior Section in to Senior Rugby. This means that we have created a connection from Youth to Senior with young people that understand the club ethos and values. The most challenging aspect of my role is the lack of www.sportip.biz 27