Ian Smith's lifelong love for rugby has been recognised by his local club.
At the Stratford Eltham Rugby and Sports Club old timers' days in June this year, Ian was formally made a life member of the club he first joined 20 years ago.
Ian says he joined the club after he was approached and asked to join the Stratford Rugby Club committee.
He never left, but has taken on various roles through the years, including a 10-year stint as chairman and club captain four times.
"It is an honour to be a life member of the club and work alongside amazing people," he says.