Wazza calls time on a dream run

Warren Colliss first decided to become a rugby volunteer during his son’s first game with Eastwood in 1981. He hasn’t missed a season since.

Warren ‘Wazza’ Colliss (right) with his son Mick. Picture Theo Fakos

Warren ‘Wazza’ Colliss first decided to become a rugby volunteer during his son Mick’s first game with Eastwood way back in 1981.

He hasn’t missed a season since.

After 36 consecutive seasons volunteering as a trainer with Eastwood and the University of WA Rugby Union Club, the 78-year-old has decided to finally retire.

“I started volunteering when my kids played sport and I never missed a season,” Colliss said.

“I really enjoy volunteering, it keeps me active.”

Warren pictured with his grandsons Ben (left) and Matt. Picture: Theo Fakos

Colliss was a full-time volunteer for the 2000 Sydney Olympics and Paralympics.

In recognition of his amazing effort and dedication over more than 30 years, Colliss has also been nominated for HSBC’s Volunteer of the Year award.

SEVENS WOMEN MAKE HISTORY

JOSE'S GOAL IS FOR ALL

“Volunteer of the Year is searching for individuals that have done amazing work as volunteers for local rugby union clubs,” said James Murray from Hill+Knowlton Strategies.

“We have had a heap of entries but (Warren’s) has stood out as a really great story.”

Colliss has been nominated for the Northern District Times’ Service to Sport award as part of NewsLocal’s Junior Sports Star awards.

The Junior Sports Star award is sponsored by Rebel, with the Young Sporting Spirit category sponsored by Simonds Homes and Team Spirit by Fox Sports Pulse.

To nominate someone you know, go to juniorsportsstar.com.au.

Nominations for Volunteer of the Year can be made at http://www.aru.com.au/HSBCVolunteeroftheYear.aspx