Greenbank’s sporting community does not often speak with one voice. Rugby league clubs, football clubs and touch football organisations each have their own competitions, volunteers and priorities. Yet in the hours following the sudden passing of David McBey, they found common ground in their grief.
The longtime leader of Middle Green Sports is being remembered across Greenbank as a man whose influence reached far beyond a single club. Tributes from sporting groups, community organisations and residents have painted a picture of someone who spent years helping local teams find a home, build connections and keep community sport moving.
McBey’s death was announced by Middle Green, where he served in leadership roles for many years, including as president, manager and secretary. They described him as a central figure in its history and someone who dedicated much of his life to creating a place where people could come together through sport.
The Man Behind Middle Green
For many people in Greenbank, David McBey and Middle Green were closely linked.
Public records show McBey held senior positions within the organisation for more than a decade. His professional profile indicates he became president of Middle Green in 2010 and later held management roles that helped guide the club’s growth.
His involvement coincided with a period in which Middle Green strengthened its position as a major community sporting venue in the district. A 2019 story identified McBey as the club’s General Manager and highlighted Middle Green’s role in bringing local residents together.
Those who knew him say his contribution extended well beyond administration. He became a familiar face around the grounds and someone many clubs turned to when they needed support.
A Leader Respected Across Different Sports
The breadth of tributes following McBey’s passing offers perhaps the clearest measure of his influence.
At Greenbank Raiders, club representatives remembered him as a dedicated supporter who gave significant time and energy to the local rugby league community. They said his impact on players, families and volunteers would be felt for years to come.
A similar message came from Teviot Downs Soccer Club, which reflected on McBey’s willingness to help when access to sporting fields was needed. The club credited him with working alongside community organisations and helping create opportunities for local players.
His support also extended to touch football. In 2021, South Queensland & Border Districts Touch acknowledged McBey’s role in helping establish Middle Green Touch, an initiative that expanded sporting opportunities within the area.
Together, the tributes suggest McBey became a trusted figure across multiple sporting codes, earning respect not through public recognition but through years of practical support for clubs and volunteers.
A Lasting Mark on Greenbank
Messages shared by residents following his death have echoed many of the same themes. Friends, colleagues and community members remembered a man known for his welcoming nature, his commitment to local sport and his belief in bringing people together.
Many also reflected on the role he played in helping Middle Green evolve into one of the district’s most recognised sporting venues.
While scoreboards change every weekend and seasons come and go, the response to McBey’s passing has shown that his greatest contribution may have been the relationships he helped build.
For a community that gathers on fields, sidelines and club grounds throughout the year, David McBey’s legacy lives on in the sporting culture he helped strengthen across Greenbank.
Publish 8-June-2026
