How To Honour Nevin

[ruckover]

The PRO12 say they will talk to Ulster about the game on Friday in the next few days - my guess is Ulster will want to postpone.

[KenDoddsDadsDogsDead]

Far too early even to think.

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[pip14]

I'll heading to Ravenhill to pay my respects this afternoon.

[Loki]

a postponement will hopefully be inevitable, I'm sure Zebre and the league will be accommodating given the tragedy. I haven't been able to get my head round it and I'm only a spectator, Lord knows what the lads close to him are feeling. hopefully as a club Ulster can do something to be a source of support or comfort to the Spence family, the league will surely do something as a mark of respect.

[Snipe Watson]

Some of the interprovincials have trophys as far as I can remember from years ago ? Perhaps the Ravens v Munster fixture should be held each year for a trophy in his name ? In addition part of the takings for the day or a collection at the gate could be sent to the Ulster Farmers Union charity appeal they aid through Fields of Life http://www.ufuni.org/Africa_Appeal.aspx

I'm not sure if I'm breaking any confidences here, so won't name names, but a very high profile person within UR is heavily involved with that charity and has recently been to Uganda in support of it - it could be a runner.

However, FRB is correct - it is too soon, and the family's wishes should be paramount. It may be some time before they can even contemplate any such issues.

FRB is talking about how the family honour their lost sons and father. Which will be an unimaginably painful process.

I think we are talking about how we as fans honour our lost player, which is not the same thing. The remaining family members will not be in a position to consider what they want to do for a long time. However a fitting tribute from the fans will without doubt be acceptable to the family.
The situation for fans is that we (I) would like to do something and the best time to do that is soon. Any fitting tribute will take time to organise and bring to fruition, by that time, the family may be in a position to be involved.
Having said that, a public forum is not the place for such a discussion.

[Coppo Tiger]

Apologies if I am invading your website (as a Leicester Tigers Fan) and if I am on the wrong thread but just wanted to know I am sorry for your loss and that my thoughts are with the family of Nevin and Ulster Rugby club at this time.

All the best from Leicester.

[Snipe Watson]

Apologies if I am invading your website (as a Leicester Tigers Fan) and if I am on the wrong thread but just wanted to know I am sorry for your loss and that my thoughts are with the family of Nevin and Ulster Rugby club at this time.

All the best from Leicester.

No apology required and thank you

[Gael]

Could be an idea to all start clapping at the 12th minute of the next match we play (whenever it is) to honour his number. They did that for Gary Steele and Stan Petrov in the soccer. I thought it was a nice tribute.

[The Boo Radleys]

Just down at Ravers. Plenty of folk coming and going. Grounds open until about 5pm or so. Flowers, scarves and flags building up at the Memorial End fence.

[Jackie Brown]

Could be an idea to all start clapping at the 12th minute of the next match we play (whenever it is) to honour his number. They did that for Gary Steele and Stan Petrov in the soccer. I thought it was a nice tribute.

I like that idea, only problem is, was he a 12 or a 13? A 2min applause at 12 - 13 minutes.

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[big mervyn]

Not sure that would always work within the context of a rugby game - depends what is happening during the game. Would be entirely inappropriate dring a kick or when an injury had occurred for example.

I'm sure there will be ample opportunity afforded for everyone to pay an appropriate tribute.

I do like the Leinster/Munster fans intention to sing Stand Up.

[Gael]

Ach I think any team would afford us the courtesy. I just feel so utterly useless and desperate to pay tribute but have no idea how to.

[Dave]

Could be an idea to all start clapping at the 12th minute of the next match we play (whenever it is) to honour his number. They did that for Gary Steele and Stan Petrov in the soccer. I thought it was a nice tribute.

I like that idea, only problem is, was he a 12 or a 13? A 2min applause at 12 - 13 minutes.

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Nice thoughts guys would be a fitting tribute.

[BaggyTrousers]

I am sorry if I'm stepping on anyone's toes but I fully agree with those who think its not time for this discussion, its time to consider the Spence family & not what rugby wants or needs, especially not today.

[ColinM]

Nail on the head there Baggy and not for the first time.

Edwin Poots words have been posted already and we would all do well to spare a few more of our thoughts for the lady who has lost her husband and two sons, the girls who have lost father and two brothers, the girl who has lost a husband and bless them the kids who have lost their father, uncle and grandfather.