A true builder of sport in Nova Scotia, John Piers of Truro was involved in a variety of athletic endeavours for more than 50 years.

Piers coached and refereed basketball from mini to senior level. He also instructed tennis in Truro for many years and was a major administrator of the Truro Tennis Club. He served as club president at TTC for 12 years and as treasurer for  10 years. Piers presided over the Truro Badminton Club for two years. His concern and administrative ability have meant much to Truro’s sport heritage.