Rugby fans attending the Scotland match against Australia at Murrayfield will have the opportunity to contribute to a charity collection in memory of a former Stirling County star. The collection aims to raise funds for the Siobhan’s Legacy of Love Fund, established to honour the late Scotland international Siobhan Cattigan. Siobhan passed away at the age of 26 three years ago, and the fund supports young patients at Glasgow Children’s Hospital to receive ‘hippotherapy’, a treatment involving horse-riding which was close to Siobhan’s heart due to her love for animals.
Around 20 collectors will be stationed throughout the stadium encouraging donations to the fund, with Scotland scrum-halves George Horne and Jamie Dobie showing their support for the cause. George Horne expressed gratitude for any contributions made towards honouring Siobhan’s legacy, highlighting that the memorial fund benefits Glasgow Children’s Hospital Charity. Siobhan had been supporting the charity for over a decade before her passing, and her family and friends have carried on her legacy of fundraising through various events.
Kirsten Watson, CEO of Glasgow Children’s Hospital Charity, commended Siobhan’s dedication to fundraising and helping children from a young age, noting her ongoing commitment even throughout her academic and sporting pursuits. The charity is honoured by the continued support from Siobhan’s loved ones, ensuring that her legacy continues to shine brightly through their fundraising efforts. Rugby fans are encouraged to support the cause by donating at the charity collection during the match at Murrayfield.
In summary, rugby fans attending the Scotland versus Australia match at Murrayfield will have the chance to contribute to the Siobhan’s Legacy of Love Fund, set up in memory of former Scotland international Siobhan Cattigan. The fund aims to provide ‘hippotherapy’ for young patients at Glasgow Children’s Hospital and honours Siobhan’s passion for helping children. Supporters, including Scotland scrum-halves George Horne and Jamie Dobie, are urged to donate towards the charitable cause to continue Siobhan’s fundraising legacy and benefit young patients in need.