The SW has been saddened to hear of the death of former League Secretary Paul Harris on the 27th December 2025.
In a rugby career spanning over 55 years he served his local club, his constituent body and the wider South West.
After first playing for Crediton in the 1969/70 season he held various roles at the club including President. He also sat on the Devon RFU Committee for many years and was President from 2022 until earlier this year. With the South West he had two spells as League Secretary, initially from 2001 to 2004 and then again for two seasons from 2016.
SW Chair Dave McAteer has been among those to pay tribute: “Paul was a true Rugby gentleman and his competition expertise and great knowledge of the game will be sadly missed.”
The South West sends its condolences to his wife Hilary and family.
Update:
The Funeral will take place on Friday 16th at 11.30am in Crediton Parish Church, the Church of the Holy Cross, Church Lane, Creditor, EX17 2AH.
The family have suggested people should dress as they feel appropriate and club colours/tie would be welcome.
(photograph courtesy of Devon RFU)
30 Dec 25
