Mayor hosts women’s charity rugby match in aid of SATEDA and Lupus UK

The Mayor of Swale, Cllr Ben Martin, hosted a charity women’s rugby match on Saturday 19th April, featuring Swale Ladies, a combined team made up of Sittingbourne Women RUFC, Sheppey RFC Women, and Faversham Ladies RUFC, who played against a joint side from Maidstone and Aylesford.

The match took place at Sheppey Rugby Football Club over the Easter weekend and drew a fantastic crowd, all there to support the players and raise funds for SATEDA and Lupus UK, the Mayor’s chosen charities.

Mayor of Swale, Cllr Ben Martin, said: “We wanted to promote our amazing local clubs and show as many women and girls as possible, that this sport is a great opportunity to socialise and stay fit.

“Supporting Lupus UK and SATEDA, who do such incredible work that touch the lives of so many.”

Despite a strong start from Swale Women, the match ended with the away team bagging the bragging rights with a final score of 35-42.

We’re extremely grateful to the Mayor for organising this day, and to all the players and volunteers who helped make it happen.

For more information on the charity event, please visit: News – Mayor’s charity rugby day

Source: Photo credits to Swale Borough Council

If you’re interested in hosting a fundraiser for SATEDA, please contact our Communications Coordinator at comms@sateda.org.

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