Keith arrived at Firebrands in the early fifties when he quickly emerged as a formidable goalkeeper. During the years that followed he was to immerse himself so totally in the club that he took on, at some stage, virtually every job and function possible within it. Many of these jobs were completely selfless, without Kudos and often unseen – but nonetheless vital to the club. It is impossible to imagine that Firebrands would in any way be the club it is today without his efforts.
Largely through his tireless work and enthusiasm, Firebrands became a National League Club and are today the foremost club in the West of England. When we identify ourselves, hopefully with pride, either as players or supporters of the club, we do so as part of the heritage he provided.
Keith, who died on 12th December 2000, aged 67, was one of those dedicated people without whom amateur sport would struggle to survive. He combined a lifelong love of hockey and cricket with the ability to manage and motivate others to share his enthusiasm. His help and encouragement produced many young players of outstanding ability.
There will be many of you reading this, who are not part of the club, but whose lives Keith touched in his considerable roles on the wider stage in the running and development of hockey in the West. That it is virtually impossible to travel anywhere in the country without bumping into someone with warm and cherished memories of his friendship, speaks volumes for the character and commitment he gave to the club and to the sport.

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