Ed Oakley

Life Membership awarded in 1993.

Though he was a key competitor in our senior teams Ed’s Life Membership was more a recognition of the role he played in the administrative activities of the club. From 1987 to 1989

he led the enthusiastic team of scribes who published DAC CHAT at a time when it was best remembered for presenting excellent data on results, informative Runner Profiles and the

provocative “Rumours” column. After 4 years as a Committee member Ed was elected as Treasurer from 1991/92 to 1992/93.

A major contribution to the preservation of club history was his work in re-establishing club performance records and setting up the Record and Honour  Boards that are displayed in the clubrooms.

Ed was a key link with DWAC and with his keen understanding of club administration he played a key role in negotiations for the combining of the men’s and women’s clubs. His Life Membership

coincided with his election as first President of the combined club.