Author David Millar I Wirral
Age I 53
Current role I “Community Manager, Tranmere Rovers FC.”
How long have you worked for Tranmere in the Community I “29-years starting in October 1998.”
Why Tranmere in the Community I “Having worked previously as Community Officer at Chester FC, I was tasked with the job of starting ‘Football in the Community’ at Tranmere Rovers – in conjunction with PFA as the clubs first Community Officer. As I watched the team as a child (being my local club) it made perfect sense to take the role when invited.”
What does Tranmere in the Community do I “Tranmere in the Community aims to help increase and improve the health and wellbeing of the local population through a variety of activities based around the four core themes of:
- Sports participation
- Health
- Education
- Inclusion.”
Do any of the players (past and/ or present) get involved I “Yes, all present players attend visits throughout the Wirral on a regular basis. Past players also come back to the club to mix with supporters on match days”.
Who do you support I “As a lad, I followed Everton avidly – along with Tranmere and Chester on a part-time basis. I am no longer blinkered and will watch anyone to see a game.”
Best project I “Definitely ‘Active Rovers’, which is aimed at increasing the health and fitness of both men and women over the age of 40. We also run a very worthwhile programme of activities for ‘looked after’ children – which is very rewarding.”
Funniest moment I “There have been a few, however probably not the right place to reveal them!”
Special skill I “Definitely none on the pitch anymore.”
Will TRFC gain promotion this year I “I think so, however it is very difficult with only one team gaining automatic promotion. It will take a massive effort again this season.”
To find out more about Steve and the work he does for Tranmere in the Community, call 0151 608 2354 or email: stevew@tranmererovers.co.uk
