Aylesford Bulls RFC

Following our AGM on 4th June, we are delighted to share several important updates and celebrations from across the club.

Club Leadership & Appointments
We warmly congratulate the following members on retaining their club positions for the coming season:
Tony Merlini – Chair
Chris Hartley – Managing Director (Business)
Simon Wickins – Hon Club Secretary (Rugby)
We also extend a formal and enthusiastic welcome to James Hartley, who joins the Board as our new Finance Director.

In addition, the Board has confirmed several key operational appointments:
Jayne Ashdown‑Denney – Club Safeguarding Officer
Neil Wiltshire – Club Discipline Officer & Club Coaching Coordinator
Simon Harding – Non‑Executive Lead for Club Extension & Maintenance Projects
Thank you to each of you for stepping forward to support the continued growth, safety, and future planning of Aylesford Bulls RFC.

Celebrating Our Volunteers
We are incredibly proud to announce that several of our members have been recognised through the Kent & RFU Volunteer Awards Scheme.
At the ceremony hosted at Lordswood RFC on Wednesday 10th June, the following Bulls were honoured for their outstanding service:
Kerri Linfind
Jon Linfind
Matt Denney
Michael Bradley

Your commitment, energy, and willingness to go the extra mile embody everything that makes our club special. Thank you for everything you do for the red and blue.

This year, Matt Denney also received additional recognition from the RFU, earning a place at the prestigious Twickenham Honours Event, which included an awards dinner, overnight stay, and a Twickenham Stadium walk. Although work commitments meant Matt was unable to attend, the honour itself reflects the huge impact he continues to make at Aylesford Bulls.

A massive well done and thank you to all our volunteers, leaders, and newly appointed officers. Your dedication keeps our club thriving and ensures that every Bull — from Minis to Seniors — has a place to belong, grow, and succeed.