Erina Archery Club President Brian Bennet has set a record for continuous service, having joined the club in 1987.
“Born in 1945, Brian joined the Club as a learner to archery, in 1987 and in 1991 was elected president,” spokesperson Frank Farrugia said.
“Brian has served the Erina Archery Club for an astounding 34 continuous service as president and is still president to this day.
“Not only has he been president but he also held the position of recorder for six years.
“Besides carrying out all his presidential duties Brian has many strings to his bow.
“He was a carpenter, silk screener, show cat presenter and judge, miniature designer and miniature builder.
“He is a good archer, having won many awards, and is also an archery coach.
“Brian is an unassuming, softly spoken individual – but like Napoleon, you should not be deceived by his diminutive appearance.
“He is an unselfish, determined individual who thrives on challenges and achievements, not for himself but for his club.”
Farrugia said Bennet could often be seen carrying out maintenance, fixing arrows, bows and other archery paraphernalia.
“He worked on the new kitchen in our shipping container while attending to his presidential duties,” he said.
“He has devoted hundreds of hours on administrative committee work, sorting and collating hundreds and hundreds of photos.”
Bennet was made a life member in 2020.
Ive noticed all the Archery boards are not on the field behind the Leagues club. Have you moved.