Cameron Schwab CEO of the Melbourne FC graciously extended his thanks on behalf of Sam and the Reach Foundation for the Compassion in Sport Award saying, “The sad thing is that Jim was one of us, our generation… it really hits home that he’s not with us anymore.” Amy Gillet‘s parents Denis and Mary Safe received the Building Stronger Communities Award from AIS Cycling Chaplain Murray Lydeamore, Racesolutions for their dedication in valuing people in motor sport and A-League Welfare Manager and former Fitzroy Football Club Manager Glenn Warry who reflected on the sadness when he told the players ‘That’s it.’ Saying, it’s at moments in life like these when chaplains are genuinely appreciated.
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