Patrons
Jonathan Davies
Jonathan's International Rugby Union career representing Wales spanned 11 years, from 1985 to 1996. Within these years he played professionally at Union clubs Neath and Llanelli, and amidst much-publicity he switched codes with a move to League side Widnes in 1989. 2 years later the moved to Warrington were he earned the Rugby League Player of the Year Award. Before returning to Rugby Union in 1996, he had a short stint in Australia playing for both Canterbury Bulldogs and the North Queensland Cowboys. Also this year, he was awarded an MBE at Buckingham Palace.
Since retiring from rugby, Jonathan has easily gained media work commentating and reviewing rugby games in both codes, while he has also attained his own rugby themed chatshow 'Jonathan' on the Welsh-language channel S4C which is screened the evening prior to international matches.
Jonathan was approached to become a Patron of the Wolves Community Learning and Sport Foundation at the start of 2006 due to his links with the club and his public position within the British game, and quickly responded to support the good work.
Lord Hoyle Of Warrington
Eric Douglas Harvey Hoyle has had, and continues to have, a passion for ensuring the public receive the best service and that their interests are safeguarded, along with the successful development of Warrington and the surrounding area into a thriving city of the North West, which are supported by his interest in the areas of Trade, Employment, Health, Industrial Relations and Immigration.
Lord Hoyle strived to reach the best possible vantage point to achieve these aims by becoming a member of the North West Regional Health Authority, a Vice President then subsequently President of two Trade Unions, a Member of Parliament- later followed by becoming a Member of the Shadow Cabinet for the Labour Party.
Throughout his political career Lord Hoyle also supported the work of local sports clubs, becoming President of Chorley RLFC, the Warrington Wolves Supporters Club, and Adlington Cricket Club, followed by becoming the Chairman of Warrington Wolves RLFC in 1999.
Lord Hoyle was approached to become a Patron of the Wolves Community Learning and Sport Foundation at the start of 2006 because of his links to the club and his influential position within the City of Warrington, and quickly responded to support the good work proposed.
Neil Fairbrother
In his prime, Neil was one of the most productive one-day batsmen in the world.
Neil is among Lancashire's top-ten first class scorers with more than 20,00 runs to his name, including 47 centuries and a top score of 336 at the Oval in 1990 when he became the first player to hit 100 runs in all three sessions of a first-class match.
Having been forced into retirement in 2002, Neil now works as an Agent for players, with the likes of Andrew Flintoff on his books.
Neil was approached to become a Patron of the Community Learning and Sport Foundation because of his experience within sport, and he accepted this role at the end of 2006.
Roger Hunt
'I was asked to become a Patron of The Wolves Foundation last year and was delighted to support their charitable activities' said Roger, who lives in Warrington. 'Only last week I visited the stadium, walked the Community Floor and met the staff and fully realised the commitment the Foundation has made to the Community of Warrington.'
Former footballer Roger starred for Liverpool and England throughout his career, and was a member of the 1966 World Cup winning team, making him a sporting icon of the round ball. He said the following about his involvement with The Foundation:
Sid Domic
A former Australian Schoolboy International, Sid Domic has played for Brisbane Broncos and Penrith Panthers in the Australian NRL, and Warrington Wolves and Wakefield Trinity Wildcats in Super League, before joining his current club Hull FC in 2006.
Although raised in Western society, Domic is of Aboriginal, specifically Kalkadoon, descent and since 1996 has developed a greater understanding of his heritage through extensive research, conversation with his grandmother, and the practice of Aboriginal art.
During his time with the Wolves Sid was a firm favourite with both staff and fans for his no-nonsense approach to gameplay, and his valuable work within the community. Such work involved him visiting schools and speaking to children about his culture and ancestors way of living, supported by his artwork which represents values and feelings through intricately constructed and placed symbols.
Sid's artwork lies at the heart of the Wolves Community Learning and Sport Foundation, with it been encompassed in its logo due to its underlying principles. Sid was approached to become a Patron of The Foundation at the start of 2006 because of his links to the club and his influential position within the sport, and quickly responded to support the good work proposed.
Steven Broomhead
Steven a former Principal of Higher/ Further Education College's, including Warrington Collegiate Institute, has also worked within Warrington Borough Council as Chief Executive, were during his time there Warrington was recognised nationally as a major centre for enterprise and inward investment.
He is currently the Chief Executive of the Northwest Regional Development Agency (NWDA) and is responsible for an extensive remit encompassing the economic, social and regeneration development of England's Northwest a £100 billion economy comprising of 7 million people. The Agency also leads on all policy issues for the Department for Education and Skills, and in May 2006 received the highest grade possible following the Independent Performance Assessment carried out by the National Audit Office which described the agency as 'perfectly strong'.
He is also a member of the National Skills Alliance which is driving the demand led National Strategy for Skills and Learning, and in 2001 was appointed by the Government as a member of the Board of the Learning and Skills Development Agency.
Steven was approached to become a Patron of the Wolves Community Learning and Sport Foundation at the start of 2006 due to his links to the town and his commitment to the promotion of lifelong learning and he quickly responded to support the good work proposed.
Sue Johnston
Sue Johnston was born in Warrington and is best known for her roles as Sheila Grant in 'Brookside' and as Barbara Royle in 'The Royle Family'. She is one of Britain's best-loved and respected television actresses.
Sue was approached to become a Patron of the Wolves Community, Learning and Sport Foundation due to her local links - having been born and still residing in Warrington - and also due to her love of sport. She accepted the offer at the end of 2006.
PATRON VISITS COMMUNITY FLOOR
Former Wolves star and Foundation Patron, Jonathan Davies, was delighted to meet with The Foundation staff and view the Community Floor on his recent visit to the Stadium for the Challenge Cup fixture versus Hull KR.
Jonathan commented, 'The Foundation provides activities which help unite people and if I can help promote those opportunities and give something back to a Club and town I enjoyed being a part of, I most certainly will.'
