The Jack Wakefield Trophy Is Back In Munster
2nd September 2013 By Munster Rugby Supporters Club
Munster regained their hold on the Jack Wakefield Trophy following a 27-13 win over London Irish last Friday night in Musgrave Park. Pictured to the right is MRSC Chairperson, Elaine Blackshields, presenting the cup to Damien Varley. The trophy originated in the desire of supporters in England and Ireland to create a lasting and appropriate memorial to a remarkable little man. Jack Wakefield was the son of Nikki and Gordon Wakefield, London Irish supporters from Newport on the Isle of Wight. Early in his short life Jack was diagnosed with a brain tumour. Despite the demands of the medication and treatment that he had to undergo, he maintained a happy disposition regularly attended London Irish games when he was well enough. Jack died on 21st June 2005 aged three. His inspirational struggle touched rugby fans across the world thanks to the publicity his story generated on the message board of the London Irish Supporters
Munster regained their hold on the Jack Wakefield Trophy following a 27-13 win over London Irish last Friday night in Musgrave Park. Pictured to the right is MRSC Chairperson, Elaine Blackshields, presenting the cup to Damien Varley. The trophy originated in the desire of supporters in England and Ireland to create a lasting and appropriate memorial to a remarkable little man. Jack Wakefield was the son of Nikki and Gordon Wakefield, London Irish supporters from Newport on the Isle of Wight. Early in his short life Jack was diagnosed with a brain tumour. Despite the demands of the medication and treatment that he had to undergo, he maintained a happy disposition regularly attended London Irish games when he was well enough. Jack died on 21st June 2005 aged three. His inspirational struggle touched rugby fans across the world thanks to the publicity his story generated on the message board of the London Irish Supporters