We have been informed of the passing of two former referees
Rod Heywood - the senior players from Carnforth will remember the no nonsense Barrow based referee Rod from our days in the Cumbria League and the RFU North Lancashire leagues - Rod was a superb referee and well respected throughout the Rugby World - he enjoyed his visits to Kellet Road and we always made Rod very welcome in the club afterwards.

Sean McGlue - most players will know Sean as "Father Christmas" - Sean refereed as often as he could - always making himself available every weekend for games. Sean would stay in the clubhouse for a few hours after the game and always chat to players and supporters. Sean was a respected member at Fylde RUFC. Sean was in charge when we played for the Andrew Crowe Shield at Vale a few years ago.

We send condolences to family and friends for both Rod and Sean - two well respected gentlemen in the Rugby World.