08/06/2026
On Saturday, 15th August, we are hosting a Memorial Family Fun Day and Charity Rugby Match in honour of Roonagh Faith Grimsey O’Halloran, who sadly passed away in November 2025 at just 7 years old.
Roonagh was a fighter who underwent open-heart surgery, chemotherapy and a liver transplant during her short life. Despite these challenges, she had boundless courage, resilience and spirit.
This event will bring together communities from far and wide for a day filled with all the things Roonagh loved – BBQs, music and rugby. The highlight of the event will be a match between Hadleigh RFC and Thomond RFC competing for the ‘Roonagh Cup’. Former players from Thomond RFC, along with supporters, family and friends, will travel to Layham Road to be part of this very special occasion.
We are looking for support to help make the event a success and to raise funds in-aid of EACH so the care Roonagh received is there to support other life-threatened children, young people and their families when needed most. Support can be through either:
● Sponsorship (matchday kit, branded plastic glasses, water bottles, wristbands – all lasting souvenirs of the event);
● Financial donations towards the event’s cost (catering, music, event equipment);
● Raffle prizes (gift cards, vouchers, hampers, items to be auctioned on the day);
● Volunteer a few hours of time to help with transport, marshalling, setting up, photography.
Your support, no matter how small, will make a real difference. There will be:
● Recognition on event signage and social media;
● Association with a heartfelt community cause that celebrates courage, resilience and spirit;
● Most importantly, honouring Roonagh’s life with joy, community and plenty of heart.
If you can support in any way, contact Mike O'Halloran at [email protected] or msg 07503 242838.
Thomond R.F.C Official
