The recent unexpected passing of David Higgins certainly did shake our club to the core. David, was a committee man for 3 years before spending five years as Fixture Secretary then moving into the demanding role of Club Secretary for 17 years, 25 years of impeccable service to Oakdale RFC.

He led this Club with Chris Thomas and Ian Poulton through some of its most difficult times in fact he saved our clubhouse from closing. Only three people on the committee you can understand how hard they all had to work and work tirelessly he did. He was a mentor to many, always available, always helpful and always had this club right at the very centre of his heart.

David will always be remembered as one of the most important, influential and diligent members in our 100 year history.