DURING these challenging times, it is encouraging to note that the value of inspirational leadership and the collective strength of community rugby clubs was recognised in the recent New Year’s Honours by the award of an OBE to John Hambly from Surrey.
As detailed in his gripping book, Samson Rising, when he led the development of the Samson Centre for MS in Guildford, he drew heavily upon his learning as a rugby player and successful captain. He would also be the first to acknowledge the significant contributions of his former teammates at Actonians RFC through their exceptional fund...