Episode 6: Rugby - Ivan Barber

In this episode, we sit down with Ivan, a man whose life was intertwined with the YMCA Rugby Club for over 20 years. Ivan takes us on the journey of a club that rose through the leagues on a foundation of pure grit and "all-weather" dedication. He reflects on the motivating force of the late Willie Lamrock and the unshakeable ethos of looking out for one another.From the highs of the club being the "lynchpin" of the Drumahoe community to the devastating 2017 flood that "ripped the heart out" of the site, Ivan’s story is a moving tribute to the power of team sports and the lifelong memories made. As he puts it: "I’d go back tomorrow and do it all again."This project is made possible with The National Lottery Heritage Fund, with thanks to National Lottery players!