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AMBASSADORS

Our ambassadors play a crucial role in our mission to empower young people using rugby, personal development sessions, and one-to-one mentoring. From seasoned players to rising stars, each ambassador brings a unique perspective and a shared dedication to helping School Of Hard Knocks’ (SOHK) young people thrive.

They raise awareness about our cause, inspire our youth, and share their stories of overcoming challenges. These remarkable individuals believe in the power of sport and mentorship to transform lives, actively engaging with our cause.

Join us in celebrating these ambassadors who are making a difference on and off the field!

HOLLIE DAVIDSON

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Hollie Davidson began playing competitive rugby when she was 14, playing at scrum-half for Murrayfield Wanderers. In 2015 Davidson joined the SRU’s refereeing course becoming the Scottish Rugby Union’s first full time professional women’s referee in 2017. Hollie made history in 2022 when she became the first female to officiate a men’s Six Nations team in a test match when Portugal took on Italy.

Andy Gomarsall

ANDY GOMARSALL MBE

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Andy Gomarsall MBE is a former England international rugby union scrum-half who earned 35 caps for England between 1996 and 2008. Born in Durham, he enjoyed a distinguished club career with teams including Wasps, Gloucester Rugby, Harlequins and Leeds Carnegie, and was part of England’s squad that reached the 2007 Rugby World Cup final.

Andy is now a successful business leader with a strong interest in charities. He is a long-time friend of SOHK and a dedicated advocate for young people.

DEBS GRIFFIN OBE

LIFE PRESIDENT
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Deborah is one of the great influencers behind the amazing growth in women’s rugby in England, a founding member of the WRFU and Chair of the first Women’s World Cup. She became RFU’s first female President at a historic time for women’s rugby with England hosting the Rugby World Cup in 2025. She also sits on the World Rugby Council, is a chartered accountant, and the Bursar at Homerton College, Cambridge University. Deborah has supported SOHK since the start, as a friend of the charity, a valued Chair and is now our Life President.

FOUNDED in 2012£1,000 changes a life1,000 students supportedTackling the school attendance crisis89% of students are more engaged

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