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Wall of Fame
Sydney Masters
Please join us in congratulating Mrs. Urquhart on receiving the
Mrs. Beryl Claire Urquhart On meeting Beryl Claire Urquhart, one is instantly struck by her outward calm and dignity – a demeanour that belies the strength of character of this distinguished teacher, administrator, church and community worker, who has given yeoman’s service to education in Jamaica for 40 years. Described by her students and her peers as “an ideal teacher,” Beryl Urquhart stands tall… not only physically, but also professionally, as a mentor for the thousands of students who have come under her influence. As a teacher at the Chetolah Park Primary School and at the all-male Kingston College, where she became the first female Vice-Principal in 1982, her firm and commanding, yet motherly and always dignified stature, earned the respect of the entire school community… students, teachers, parents and ancillary staff. At the Overseas Examinations Office (OEO), where she served as Director, following her retirement from the classroom, Beryl Urquhart’s knowledge of the educational system and vast experience as an administrator, as well as her insistence on integrity in administering examinations for the over 90,000 candidates served by the OEO annually, significantly enhanced the credibility of the organization. A dynamic community member, Mrs. Urquhart was elected President of the Harbour View Citizens Association some 13 years ago, and she has been an ardent champion and advocate for environmental and social redress in the community. Ever dignified, but persistent in her demands, she has waged a relentless battle with the authorities for the restoration of the sewage plant which was once a model community facility. She has also maintained dialogue with the Caribbean Cement Company to mitigate the dust nuisance resulting from the Company’s operations. The Kingston and St. Andrew Corporation (KSAC), the National Water Commission, the National Environmental and Protection Agency (NEPA), the Airports Authority and the National Works Agency (NWA) are just some of the organisations that she has brought into the community in her continued effort to improve conditions for the residents. She was also responsible for the upgrading of the “Independence Park” on Martello Drive where the Citizens Association hosts the annual Independence Flag-raising Ceremony. She is currently focussing attention on the development of the Aqua Avenue Park, the establishment of a Community Centre and the identification of a formal marketplace for the many vendors who ply their trade on the streets surrounding the Shopping Centre. The consummate educator, she started a homework programme at the Harbour View Branch Library where retired teachers could volunteer on selected afternoons to help students. Mrs. Urquhart is also co-ordinator of the Library and Chairman of both the St. Boniface Early Childhood Development Centre and the Harbour View Primary School. This active member of the St. Boniface Anglican Church in Harbour View, is a true testimony of her deep religious faith and personal philosophy: “If I can do anything to help anyone, then my living would not be in vain.” When you need a sympathetic ear, Beryl Urquhart is always there to share your personal problems and your joys, and to lend a helping hand. She serves several organizations in the Church, including the Church Committee, the Music Workshop and the Bible Study and Prayer Circle. She has an enduring passion for the welfare of the elderly and the young, demonstrated by her involvement in Church and community outreach projects such as the Sunshine Caregivers, the group of Church volunteers which she has mobilized to assist members of the community who need material, spiritual and emotional support. A member of the Christian Auxiliary Movement and the Retired Teachers’ Association, Beryl, affectionately known as Faye, is always on the go. A woman of unquestionable integrity and a Jamaican who is committed to nation-building, Beryl Claire Urquhart was appointed a Lay Magistrate in 2005. Always accommodating, she is often called on at various times of the day and night to act in her official capacity. Despite her hectic schedule, this mother of two and grandmother of two girls and twin boys continues to serve graciously, with her characteristic smile and words of counsel. Well-known for her no-nonsense, yet amiable disposition, Beryl Claire Urquhart is an achiever, community leader, mentor, mother and friend to many… truly a treasure of the Harbour View community. Nominated
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Congratulations "Mrs. Urquhart " Olympic Medalists Don Quarrie recently stopped by his former home town Harbour View while in Jamaica, to hand over the Tower Award to the President of the Harbour View Citizens Association Mrs. Beryl Urquhart. The Award was sent by the overseas Chapter of the Harbour View Reunion Committee in recognition of Mrs. Urquhart’s unstinting service to the community.
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SYDNEY "Presi"
MASTERS THE SOFT-SPOKEN PIONEER OF HVFC!
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Mr. Barrington Gaynor Barrington "Cobra" Gaynor was born 27 September 1965 in Kingston, Jamaica. He is a retired Jamaica national football player. Barrington lived in Trench Town Kingston until he was nine years old. While living in Trench Town, he attended Trench Town Primary School up until grade four. After moving to 9 Miles Bull Bay, St. Andrew in May 1975, Gaynor immediately transferred to St. Benedict's Primary School at 7 Miles Bull Bay. He started learning to play football at eleven years old. While learning to play football on the streets, Barrington was given the nickname Cobra by one of his friend, who just felt like giving him a name. He played his first competition in the summer of 1977. It was the Bull Bay under fifteen Corner League where his team, Lodge United, was the eventual champion. In 1978, Barrington took the Common Entrance Exam, passed and went to Camperdown High School where he would do well. At Camperdown he played Pepsi Under 13 in 1978 and went to the finals. In 1979 and 1980, Gaynor played Colts Under 15 and unfortunately lost in the 1979 Colts final. He went on to play in the High School Manning Cup competition from 1981 to 1984. Camperdown won the Manning Cup, Walker Cup, and Olivier Shield in 1982. From 1982 to 1984 Gaynor was selected to the All Manning team at the end of each season. In 1984, Barrington was name footballer of the year at Camperdown High School. In 2003 and 2004 he won the Jamaica High School Alumni Competition in Bronx New York, representing his Alma Mater. In February 2009 Gaynor was honored by Camperdown High School at the Camperdown Classic Track Meet. At the age of fifteen, Barrington started playing senior football in the Major League Competition for Bull Bay F.C. In 1983, Barrington would make his big career move at the age of eighteen when he joined neighboring Club Harbour View. Gaynor would play for Harbour View F.C. for eighteen years where he would win many championships. While representing Harbour View with some excellent performance, Barrington was giving the nickname Cabrini, who was the Italian left full back from the 1982 World Cup winning team. While playing for Harbour View F.C., Gaynor won two Major Leagues, one President Cup, four Jackie Bell Knockouts, three Federation Cup Knockouts, three Premier League End of Round Finals and one Premier League Title. In year 1985, Barrington was named the Most Valuable Junior Player in the Premier League and in 1988 Gaynor was voted the Most Valuable Player in the Federation Cup Knockout. In 1988 Barrington Gaynor was awarded a four year football scholarship in the United States of America at Alderson Broaddus College in Philippi, West Virginia. Gaynor studied Computer Science and graduated in three and a half years with a Bachelor of Science degree. In 1988 Alderson Broaddus College were beaten in finals of the NAIA National Tournament and lost in Semi finals of the Tournament in 1991. Alderson Broaddus were the Area champions in 1988 and 1991 and Conference champions in 1988, 1990, and 1991. Barrington made the All American and All Conference teams in the four years he played in college. He was also selected to the 1988 NAIA National All Tournament Team. He was also selected for the NAIA 1992 Senior Bowl game Chicago. Gaynor started a College Scholarship Program immediately after his first year at Alderson Broaddus College. He would get various different colleges to give young football players a full four or two year scholarship. This scholarship program still goes on. In April 2008, Barrington was inducted in the Alderson Broaddus College Hall Of Fame. He is the second football player to be inducted in the Hall of Fame at Alderson Broaddus College. Barrington Gaynor got his first taste of national recognition when he was selected into the Jamaica National Under 19 Team in 1983. In 1987, Barrington would move on to make his senior National debut. Gaynor would play for his nation until 1993 and earn 63 caps. In 1991 he was appointed vice captain of the national team and was given the opportunity to lead the team on many of occasions. During his tenor as a national player, Gaynor was dub by one reporter as "the man who doesn't know how to play a bad game". With the Jamaica National Senior team, Gaynor won the Caribbean Shell Cup in 1991 and came third in the CONCACAF Gold Cup in 1993. Barrington Gaynor is consider by many Jamaicans as the best Right Full Back to ever represent the nation. Barrington then returned to college to successfully complete his masters degree from 1993 to 1995. He went to William Carey College in Mississippi, where he was the assistant soccer coach for two years. Gaynor graduated in 1995 with a MBA in Business Administration. He immediately went back to his beloved home in Jamaica, to work and continue his playing and coaching career. Barrington started his coaching career at a very tender age when he coached his championship Under 10 team while he was only twelve years old. In 1995, he coached his former high school, Camperdown, in the manning Cup competition and continued to coach until 2007. Camperdown made it to the Walker Cup Finals in 2005 and Manning Cup Semi Finals in 2000 and 2005. Barrington took over the coaching job at Bull Bay F.C. in 1999 and won the Syd Barlett Competition undefeated. Barrington went on to be named Kingston and St. Andrew Football Association coach of the year in 2000. The following year Gaynor's Bull Bay team's hard work paid off again when they were awarded the Major League champions. In 2001, Barrington transferred from Harbour View and went back to Bull Bay where he becomes a player coach. The Bull Bay team came second in the National A League competition and was promoted to the Premier League for the 2002/03 season. Bull Bay is the only team to ever got promoted three consecutive year on their way up to the Premier League. His team, Bull Bay presently plays in the KSAFA Super League competition where they came second in 2005 and 2008. In 2004 Gaynor got a coaching stint with the National program, and travelled to Chendu, China as an assistant coach to Wendell Downswell with the Jamaica Under 23 team. In the 2005/2006 season, he was assistant coach to Donovan Hayles at Harbour View for the Premier League. In July 2006, Barrington, went to England to complete the UEFA B Coaching course for a month. On his return from England, he coached Waterhouse F.C. in the 2006/2007 Premier League season. Barrington "Cobra" Gaynor is presently married, with two daughters one twelve years old and a three year old. Gaynor kept his first Back To School Treat in 2007 at his home in 9 Miles Bull Bay, where he cater for 1,000 children in the community and again in 2008. He did this because he is a strong believer in education and the need to give back to his community. Barrington was unfortunately diagnosed with Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis (ALS) or Lou Gehrig's disease in January 2008. Barrington has been fearing, loving and trusting GOD from the tender age of twelve years old. He believes that whatever happens, happen for a good reason. He also knows that GOD will deliver him when the time is right, because he is an on time GOD.
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