article_snippet: Mike was a true gentleman who always had a smile on Mike face and Mike enthusiasm and dedication to sport and the community was as infectious as it was inspirational. '
article_snippet: Mike worked tirelessly to support the development of Touch Rugby in the county and played a huge role in bringing the finals of the England Touch Series to Lincoln this coming summer. '
article_snippet: Our condolences go to Mike's friends and family and all those who were inspired by Mike personality and Mike passion for sport.
article_snippet: Mike will be sorely missed by the whole sporting community.'
article_snippet: Mike aim was to form a competitive team to play at a national level and aid the regional development of touch rugby.
article_snippet: Mike was  a coach with the RFU English Touch Association and had been nominated in the Coach of the Year category in 2014 .