Keith Kearns – Club Patron
Keith has called Canberra home for over 60 years, with a strong and enduring connection to Marist Rugby throughout that time. As a proud Marist parent and grandparent, he has seen six of his sons play for the College, with two going on to represent the Australian Army and Australian Services—one of whom also played for the NT and QLD Country. Another son took up refereeing, while the family legacy continues with two grandsons playing senior rugby: one of whom earned a Brumbie cap, and another grandson who is a current player.
A former President of the Rugby Club and a Life Member, Keith is honoured to serve as Club Patron, supporting the Marist rugby community and its ongoing success.
Craig McMahon – Head of Rugby
Craig is the Head of Rugby at Marist, a role he thoroughly enjoys. In addition to leading the rugby program, he also serves as Head of Student Wellbeing in the Junior School, allowing him to work closely with students and families right across the College.
A proud Marist old boy with a lifelong connection to rugby, Craig values being part of the Marist rugby community. He appreciates the dedication of everyone involved in providing meaningful opportunities for boys to grow and thrive through the game.
Laura Porreca – Volunteer Co-ordinator
Laura is mum to two Marist boys who love playing rugby! As the Volunteer Coordinator, she has the easy job of rallying our amazing parent helpers to keep things running smoothly. Having spent countless weekends on the sidelines, she’s watched more rugby games than she can count—but like Pip, she’s still working on figuring out all the rules (and those tricky referee signals)!
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Lisa Howarth – Canteen & Merchandising, Volunteer Coordinator, Event Coordination
Lisa is a proud Marist mum with two boys currently at the College, both playing rugby this season. She brings her expertise from the Catholic Education Office, where she works in Finance Control, while also assisting in her father Max’s property business.
As a general committee member, Lisa is always happy to lend a hand wherever needed. She loves being part of the Marist rugby community, cheering from the sidelines… and one day hopes to finally master the rules of the game!
Greg Bayada – Club President ~ Homeground & Gear Steward
Greg Bayada – Club President ~ Homeground & Gear Steward
Greg has been an integral part of the Marist Rugby Club since 2018, serving in various committee roles while coaching a team every year. As a proud Marist old boy, he fondly recalls his time playing rugby alongside his mates—an experience he considers one of the highlights of his life. To this day, he remains connected with his former teammates, reinforcing the lifelong bonds fostered through the club.
Greg and his wife are proud parents of three boys and a girl. One of their sons has been through the College, another is currently in Year 5, and the youngest can’t wait to begin!
Anne Gaha – Committee Member
 Anne Gaha previously MRC Sponsorship and Events team however now has moved into Committee Member role in her semi-retirement phase.Â
Anne also has two children, a boy at Marist and a daughter. Working in her family business, she brings a wealth of knowledge and invaluable connections to the club. Anne is also a VOCAL supporter of rugby at Marist (both on the sideline and behind the scenes) and is the first to put her hand up to assist whenever needed.
Sonia Dutkiewicz – Canteen Manager, Merchandising, Events & U15 Coordinator
Sonia Dutkiewicz – Canteen Manager, Merchandising, Events & U15 Coordinator
Sonia is a rugby mad mum to three children including Marist boy Sam in senior school. Her slight addiction to shopping has ensured she is the perfect candidate for merch management as Sonia loves combining her enthusiasm for being a MRC volunteer with her addiction to shopping and the ability to spend other people’s money! She is now tasked with coordinating the MRC Merch Stall and home game hospitality and organising the U14s cohort. The MRC merch stall sells a variety of cosy supporters jackets, cool and warm weather gear, and is looking for more suggestions to add to our MRC collection. Make sure you go say hi on game day… she’ll have you modeling a club outfit before you know it!
Simon Ball – Equipment Manager
Simon Ball – Equipment Manager
Simon is the liaison between our coaches and committee for all training equipment from juniors to seniors, if your team needs something, Simon is your man. Father to two Marist rugby players in Year 7 and Year 5, Simon is Canberra born and bread and has played his fair share of rugby over the years.
Kelly Hill – MRC Webmaster
Kelly Hill – MRC Webmaster
Kelly is part of our web development team that oversees the MRCweb, our central communications hub for families, players, sponsors, alumni and school boys rugby supporters. Our web team liaise between the club and our international developers to ensure the site delivers a clean, functional navigation system, showcasing our brand and club mission on a family-friendly platform that celebrates the club’s passion for the game, rich history, and significant contribution to the region’s rugby legacy.
Kelly has four children including two rugby addicted boys in Year 8 and 10 and loves touring the great outdoors in the family glampavan (often with fellow Marist families along for the adventure!).
Pip Harrington – Canteen, Merchandising, Events Coordination
Pip Harrington – Canteen, Merchandising, Events Coordination
Pip has been on the Committee in the role of Volunteer Coordinator since 2020 and has moved to a new role in Canteen & Merchandising for the 2024 season which will include organising home day catering and club supporters merch for sale. Her two boys play rugby for Marist as did their dad many years ago. Pip’s other favourite winter sport is skiing. One day she hopes to learn the rules of rugby.