The departing chairman of a local sports club has been honoured with a new trophy in his name.

Rob Blyth was recognised for his 'epic reign' at Kendal Snowsports Club at their Annual General Meeting back in May.

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John Lowther presented the chairman with the 'Rob Blyth Trophy for Racing' in front of a crowd of 75 club members.

One of those in attendance was Karen Wright, who said: "John had great pleasure awarding it to Rob, as the first recipient, for all that he has done and continues to do for racing at our club.

"Saturday night race practice is as vibrant as ever thanks to Rob's dedication."

The Westmorland Gazette: The AGM crowd back in May saying goodbye to RobThe AGM crowd back in May saying goodbye to Rob (Image: Karen Wright)

On the same evening, Dave Gray was introduced to the members as the next chairman, who will hope to build on Rob's well established legacy.

The AGM also included further trophy presentations, as well as speeches and films from fellow members and snow sport enthusiasts.

"The trophy for the hardest working club member was awarded to Kerry Shaw, to recognise not only the normal lessons, teacher accreditation and schools and groups she covers, but particularly for when she stepped in when a hoard of instructors went away on their holidays," said Karen.

"Kerry covered many, many lessons to ensure our members didn't miss out, so this is well-deserved recognition."

Sam Patterson made a short film of his titled 'Life as a Seasonaire', with good news embedded for the younger generation that six month working visas are becoming available to help them get more involved in the sports they love.

"Sam took the path not to become an instructor, but to work in restaurants and bars, to give him time each day to do what he loves and enjoy the mountains," Karen explained.

"Lila Blyth talked about her experience using a company to organise your first working trip away from home, having loved her time becoming an instructor in Canada this season.

"And Andy Hind gave us an insight into becoming a fully qualified instructor working in Verbier, taking clients literally all over the mountains, sometimes with the help of some flight power."