When 5 experienced team members retired at the end of last season, Mets found themselves in real trouble, facing the prospect of no longer being able to remain competitive in the national leagues. Andy stepped forward to willingly take on the burden of a club in such a negative situation, having to both manage the club and act as head coach to both men’s teams and the juniors. That Mets have just enjoyed their most successful season ever is in no small part to Andy’s efforts. Irrespective of the unbelievable performances of both men’s teams, he has built a thriving junior section which have fielded an U16 girl’s team who won the national league and a U19 boy’s team who came 3rd in their national league. Add to that someone who is currently renovating their house and you have an exceptional individual.

In light of these achievements, it’s easy to forget just how good a player Andy is on court. As libero for the men’s first team he brought a stability to the serve receive unit and provided outstanding back court coverage to keep balls in play that should have been winning points for the opposition. Such were his efforts that he broke his wrist during the Scottish Cup final whilst retrieving a difficult ball. He played out the remainder of the match in considerable pain to help Mets win the title. The court requirements of libero should have blunted his tactical awareness in matches, but this remained intact to allow him to continually guide and coach the entire team from court in all matches. He even assisted the 2nd team as an outside hitter when they struggled for numbers. There is not one member of the club who would in any way disagree with just how worthy Andy is of such an award. We salute you!!

Top dancefloor moves at Perth by the way!! Outstanding!!

Andy Fleming