Director returns

Oldham RLFC are delighted to announce the return of Simon Winnard to the board of directors.

Simon was an intrinsic part of the team that acquired the club back in March 2023. During his previous time on the board, he played a pivotal role in many aspects of the club; whilst always championing the views of our supporters.

Chairman Bill Quinn said:

"We are delighted to have Simon back on board.

He has always demonstrated a genuine passion for the club and, even during his time away from the board, has continued to help myself and the club whenever asked without question.

Anyone that knows Simon, will know that he has great business acumen and will be a real asset to the board. I firmly believe this will prove to be an important appointment for the club, and we are thrilled to be working with him again."

Simon has a long history of involvement with Oldham RLFC. He was the Oldham correspondent for ‘Rugby Leaguer’ newspaper for many years, contributed to the fanzine and matchday programme as well as volunteering for the club on matchdays.

Simon was also instrumental in creating the Rugby Oldham Supporters Trust, alongside the late Brian Walker and was also a coach on the RFL Development Scheme in Oldham.

Away from rugby, Simon has a wealth of commercial and risk management experience and currently works as the European Fraud Lead for a leading global health insurer, leading a team of healthcare fraud investigators extending from the UK to Belgium, Spain and the US.

On his return to the club, Simon commented:

"I’m extremely pleased to have the opportunity to come back on board.

Whilst undoubtedly there are challenges to face into, I’m genuinely excited about the future for the club under the current leadership.

Anybody that knows me understands that, first and foremost, I’m an Oldham RLFC supporter who cares deeply about the club. The timing was right for me to return and help the club continue the journey we started back in 2023."