Over those years he's played with, and coached, some of the greatest players in the club's recent history so we've asked him to select his 'Best 15' from the players he played alongside and he's come up with quite a team. In fact, it's quite a squad from Richy! Have a look and see if you agree with his selections . . .
5. SECOND ROW - David Houston
One of the most skilful players to have represented Derry, especially in the pack. Hookers only had to throw the ball in Davy's vicinity and he'd make sure to catch it! A real leader. Photo: Photo: Derry Journal
6. SECOND ROW: Bob McKillop
One of the hardest men I've ever played with. Type of player you loved beside you and hated to play against! Involved in everything, legal and illegal, but led from the front right to the end. Captain. Photo: Photo: Derry Journal
7. BACK ROW: Stephen Corr
Hard hitting is the first thing that comes to mind with Corrsy. A strong ball carrier who put dents in many a defensive line over the years. A few years still to play if he wants to live up to Senior Corr's standards though! Photo: Photo: Derry Journal
8. BACK ROW: Mark Walker
Another you'd rather play with than against. Menace of a flanker and a nightmare for opposition out-halves! 'Walks' put his head where others wouldn't put their feet. Derry haven't had an out and out 7 like him since he retired. Photo: Photo: Derry Journal