HomeGrown DNA
Honours Board
Tommy Scanlan
Joined HGSD: November 2021
"The sessions helped me massively to develop my skills to a point that allows me to play at a high level, and be confident whilst doing so. When I first started with HomeGrown Sports Development the sessions helped me get over and excel past a major injury. The sessions were a huge help in getting my enthusiasm to play and confidence back and I would not have developed the same way as a player without them." Copy Copy
Theo Stephenson
Joined HGSD: June 2021
"The sessions have helped me massively technically but also helped me get through tough times within my journey.. Garry creates a chilled learning environment and has supported me every step of the way. His approach makes me excited for the sessions. Within the the sessions Garry finds a way to make everything easier and often goes out of his way to ensure I get through the toughest Challenges, for example at times when I was struggling with fitness Garry would run with me and help me push myself past my limits."
William Patterson
Joined HGSD: April 2022
"The one-to-one sessions have meant that I have been able to focus on my individual needs as a rugby player – to look at my strengths and weaknesses and focus on my technical development. HGSD have empowered me as a player – mentally and physically, and helped build my confidence on and off the pitch. I was encouraged to try as a flanker for county – this is my most favourable position and where I thrive, so being given the opportunity to play here and develop my skills as a flanker has been incredible."
Charlie Dinneen
Joined HGSD: October 2020
"The 1 to 1 sessions have been hugely beneficial toward the development of my skills. There have been constant tweaking and tuning to refine my technique. Without this, I would not have developed in the same way over the past 4 years or had success to the same level."