Wooden Spoon Vets Gather at Guildfordians RFC to Honour Rob “Shaggy” Haggart

On Saturday 31st November, the Wooden Spoon Vets took to the pitch at Guildfordians RFC for a deeply moving day of rugby in memory of Rob “Shaggy” Haggart, B&I Spoon Vet #0090, who sadly passed away earlier this year. It was a fitting tribute to a much-loved and missed member of our rugby family.

The memorial fixture featured a fantastic, competitive game against Guildfordians Vets, played in the true spirit of the game.

Ahead of kick-off, players, supporters, and volunteers gathered on the pitch for a heartfelt circle of applause to celebrate Rob’s life and contribution to the sport. Following the match, the celebration of Rob’s memory moved inside, where Guildfordians RFC officially renamed the club bar “Shaggy’s Bar”, ensuring his legacy will remain a permanent fixture at the club for years to come.

Beyond the tribute on the pitch, the day highlighted the strength of the local rugby community coming together for a greater purpose. Funds raised throughout the event will directly support Wooden Spoon Surrey projects, helping local children and young people with disabilities or facing disadvantage to play, learn, thrive, and be safe.

Wooden Spoon would like to extend our deepest thanks to Tom Conway and everyone at Guildfordians RFC for their hospitality and organisation. A special thank you also goes to the match referee, as well as every player who pulled on a Wooden Spoon shirt and all the volunteers who helped make the afternoon such a success. Rob represented the very best of our community, and Saturday was a reminder of how powerful the rugby family can be when we come together. 🏉✨

To find out more about how Wooden Spoon Surrey supports local projects across the county, visit woodenspoon.org.uk/region/surrey.