Stevenage Town RFC

While many sports activities were cancelled today as a mark of respect in relation to the death of Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II, the RFU published a statement to say that the Government stated that there could be respectful continuation of sport at all levels this weekend. 

The overwhelming opinions shared within the game, are that teams and supporters want to come together to honour Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II to be united in our grief as we express sorrow at her passing.

Rugby, at its heart, is about community and bringing people together, in good times and in sad. Rugby clubs are a source of strength and support during times of uncertainty, and by enabling games and other rugby activity to go ahead this weekend, with families and friends congregating it will help us all to unite at this time of national mourning. 

Here at Stevenage Town Rugby Club, we stick to these values,  and this morning the Mini and Youth sections stood shoulder to shoulder on the half way line and observed a one minute silence to pay our respects.  We are immensly proud of all the players for how they conducted themselves, and our thanks to all the parents who stood with us too.