Penzance & Newlyn RFC
The Pirates Rugby Club
Penzance & Newlyn RFC Formed 1945 From Penzance RFC 1876 - 1945 & Newlyn RFC 1894 - 1945
End Of Season Awards 2009
 

50 Games
Peter Cook, Darren Dawidiuk, Paul Devlin and Rob Elloway had reached the 50 games mark, qualifying them for a blazer badge,

100 Games
Matt Evans, Rhodri McAtee and Heino Senekal had each passed the 100 games milestone which entitles them to a merit tie.

Dan Seal - 200 Games
There was special mention of prop forward Dan Seal, the club's longest playing servant, who earlier in the season had played his 200th game for the Pirates, a remarkable figure for the professional era.

The list of trophies and winners, presented by Dicky Evans unless stated otherwise, was (in order) as follows:-

Community Player of the Year - Alan Paver.
Sponsored by Speedy Hire, the deserved winner of this award was - Alan Paver.

Travelling Supporters Player of the Year and The Edwin Bryant Trophy - Iva Motusaga.
The Travelling Supporters Player of the Year award and The Edwin Bryant Trophy for the Press Gang Player of the Year went to the same person, a great servant to the club both on and off the field who had just played his last game for the Pirates - Iva Motusaga.
Edwin's widow, Carole, also presented Iva with a replica of the trophy presented in her husband's memory.

Most Improved Player - Nicky Griffiths.
This award went to someone who has made a mighty impression during his season at the Pirates - Nicky Griffiths.

The Stirling Cup for Commitment - Treve Stirling.

Stirling Cup for Commitment - Treve Stirling

This cup is presented annually in memory of John Stirling, this year presented to retiring youth coach & John's son, Treve Stirling, who was completely taken aback. He was also, understandably, immensely proud, as was his mum Wendy.

Monckton Cup for Achievement - Luke Cowan-Dickie

Monckton Cup for Achievement - Luke Cowan-Dickie

This award was presented by our special guest, Eric Tweedale, who played for the Wallabies against Cornwall & Devon at Camborne in 1947. It was a case of one international prop forward presenting a trophy to another, the award going to Luke Cowan-Dickie, who has recently played for England U16s.

Sportsman of the Year - Iva Motusaga.
Climbing the steps to receive his third award on the day was - Iva Motusaga.

Clubman of the Year - Scott Dugdale.

Clubman of the Year - Scott Dugdale.

Scott Dugdale a winner of this award in 2006, continues to apply himself in a wholehearted manner as a committee member and driving force behind the Pirates 'Amateurs', as well as helping with the Colts.

Roger Pascoe Cup and the Player of the Year award - Heino Senekal.
The Roger Pascoe Cup for the Supporters Player of the Year, and the Player of the Year award as judged by club officials to Heino Senekal

Heino has been a tremendous servant since joining the Pirates in 2004, with this last season being a particularly memorable for him. Playing his 100th game for the Pirates was a milestone to remember, as was playing for the Barbarians. However, not even those achievements could beat proudly becoming a dad!

A letter received from supporter Treive Nicholas described perfectly how people have appreciated the winner's input. It said:
"I wanted to thank you for the many hours of pleasure you have given me as a supporter. You have been a genuine servant of the club giving us cracking performances on a regular basis, making life for the opposition a real misery. You haven't hidden when the going gets tough and your commitment to the cause has been magnificent offering real leadership to the team through thick and thin. You shall be missed, and you are leaving a big pair of boots to fill!"

The President's Cup - Chris Morgan
The final award was presented by club President Robin Turner, the tradition is for it to be presented on the last home game of the season to the player, who, in the President's opinion, has been the most outstanding contributor on the field during the season.
Robin's choice for 2009 was well received,

 

 

 
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