SPYRC BOARD OF DIRECTORS
Southern Pines Youth Rugby is governed by volunteer leaders committed to providing a professional, safe, and family-friendly rugby organization for Moore County.
LEADERSHIP PROFILES
GALEN GRIFFITH
PresidentPresident of SPYRC and a longtime coach committed to player development, family engagement, and responsible club leadership.
DANIEL MARTINEZ
Daniel has called Moore County home since 2015 and joined SPYRC when his second-oldest son began playing in 2018. He has coached U10, U12, and U14 rugby, coached youth football locally for nine years, and now serves in his second year as Vice President. A longtime military leader and father of five, Daniel views rugby as a powerful way to build teamwork, confidence, resilience, and community.
Vice President
EMILY NICKELS
SecretaryEmily is a Moore County native, an original member of the Southern Pines Women’s Rugby Club, and a longtime SPYRC volunteer who has supported the youth program since it began with just 12 players. A military spouse and mother of two, she believes rugby builds confidence, resilience, community, and a place to belong for every child.
PHIL ROYER
TreasurerTreasurer of SPYRC, Army veteran, and rugby parent focused on the club’s financial health and long-term sustainability.
EMILY SPIVEY
Communications Manager