With the vast amounts of military veterans within the Masters Rugby League community, it is only right that Remembrance Day is the main event of the year to be commemorated with a fixture.
2025 was no exception with over 50 military veterans and their families proudly making the journey to the home of Halifax RUFC to represent all three services in a fixture played in true Masters spirit.
Carl Abraham, Masters Veterans Lead, said:
“Without certain individuals and organisations these events don’t happen so a special mention goes out Andy Charlesworth, Nev Graham and to everybody involved at Halifax RUFC for their generous offer hosting this event. Their first-class hospitality ensured the occasion got the respect it rightfully deserves. We must also thank all of the wonderful organisations who have helped with sponsorships of the fixture and playing shirts – without you all of this wouldn’t be possible.
“Together, through sales, sponsorship, playing fees and generous donations, we’ve raised an impressive £1677.00 that will proudly donated to the Halifax Armed Forces Veterans Association & support their amazing work within the Armed Forces Community.
“Our next planned veterans get together will hopefully be the annual fixture to commemorate Armed Forces Day 2025 with the veterans committee looking to showcase Masters Rugby League on the biggest stage whilst having the opportunity to show our support to our Armed Forces community and give poignant military events the respect they deserve.”
If you’re a veteran or still serving and want to get involved in any of the Masters Veterans get togethers please contact Carl Abraham (Veterans Lead) via email or keep an eye on social media with regular information posted.
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