Preston Lodge
Ben Jones has had a long association with the club and told
us, “Being raised locally in Longniddry I came through the
school and naturally progressed to the club, playing U16s
and for the U18s. I played mainly in the position of centre
up until my mid-twenties when work commitments took
over a little but I has always maintained a close relationship
with the club, predominantly through the many friends I am
grateful to have there.
Community Clubs can sound like a bit of a cliché these
days but Preston Lodge has always had the attribute of
attracting people and have more than their fair share of
good people who are willing to go to any lengths to make
you feel welcome. When you walk through the doors at
Preston Lodge everyone is on a level playing field.
A good friend of mine Blair Cowan, who came to the game
later than most of us and is playing out his final season,
has been a real lynch pin and one of those outstanding
characters who has grown beyond belief, certainly as a
player but in many other ways also.
The thing that strikes me about Preston Lodge is its ability
to manage the playing and business side of the club so
successfully, whilst always looking at ways where they can
improve. My business, Source Developments, are also a
club sponsor and I like to help out anytime I’m asked, it
allows me to give something back for all the great memories
and friendships I have enjoyed.
I have thoroughly enjoyed the teams style of rugby while
watching them compete this season and wish everyone
associated with Preston Lodge Rugby Club the very best
of continued success!”
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“I have had a long association with the club having
competed as a back-row player for the club in youth
and senior sides. My son Charlie is now in the U11s
where he helps out as a coach. The club has very
much a one club mentality and everyone is keen to
promote and connect in the local community.
Gala days and events are always an opportunity to
demonstrate the face of Preston Lodge which might
include giving out flyers or during an invitation event
getting the drummers and pipers to welcome the
visiting team onto the park.
The mini/junior teams are the future of the club
and it’s important to keep the kids interested. My
business, Neptune Larder, are a club sponsor and I
like to help out when I can. Best wishes to everyone
at the club for the future.”
Danny Mack
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