The club is saddened to advise that club member Wayne Meikle passed away on the weekend at the age of 56.
Wayne played for the Burra from 1970 – 80 before pursuing a golfing career overseas.
After returning to Australia in the 1990’s he was the golf professional at a number of clubs including Latrobe & Healesville.
In the early 2000’s Wayne re-joined the Burra as his children Sean, Alex & Caitlan started to play hockey.
Over the next 10 years he coached a number of Junior teams, helped establish the Fathers & Sons senior team & played in the 2010 Masters 50+ premiership
Wayne also contributed to the running of the club by serving on a number of club committees & was a Board member from 2005 – 2008.
Condolences to the family & in particular his children Sean, Alex & Caitlan