We have been overwhelmed by the messages of support and goodwill from the rugby community, and from around the world following Dave's passing. A big thank you to you all.
The full Club statement can be found below;
#clublegend
#ripbigman
#neverforgotten
We have decided to start a GoFundMe page to help support Dave's wife, Katherine and son, Tore. If you're able to contribute anything, we would be incredibly grateful. All the details ⬇️⬇️⬇️
#GoFundMe
#clublegend
#rugbyfamily
'We want to help children who are in a vulnerable position by offering them a free lunch. We're keen to give something back to our local community and thank our partners at Menza Café for all their support in making this happen.'
More:
#FreeSchoolMeals
Marvellous tribute to David Hyde 🧡 with full squad attendance to pay respects and Katherine and Tore presented with David’s framed number 5 shirt proudly hung pride of place in the clubhouse. 🧡
#ForDH5
We’re blown away by the response from across the rugby family, our local community and beyond. Your support for Dave’s family is humbling….and we will continue with our fundraising efforts for them.
#forDH5
🙏🏻❤️🙏🏻❤️
#rugbyfamily
🧡𝗗𝗮𝘃𝗶𝗱 𝗛𝘆𝗱𝗲 𝗧𝗿𝗶𝗯𝘂𝘁𝗲 𝗟𝘂𝗻𝗰𝗵/𝗠𝗮𝘁𝗰𝗵🧡
This Saturday we pay tribute to the Man Mountain himself. Match vs
@cantrugby
.
🧡Dave loved orange so if you like we would invite you to wear a splash of the bright stuff🧡
This one's for you Hydie.
#ForDH5
A fair bit of talent in our
#hawks
squad this year! Massive congrats to our man
@EwanFenley
on being placed as
@TheRugbyPaper
scrum half in their team of the season.
Honourable mentions for our 3 Charlie Hughes, 4 David Hyde and 6 Sam Lunnon too🤩
#scenes
#HAO
#GTH
#rugby
The people have spoken...
MASSIVE congratulations to our man
@EwanFenley
on being chosen as the Supporters Player of the Year. What a first year he’s had as a
#hawk
rallying up 14 tries & cementing himself as a fan favourite! Gold definitely suits you Fenley!
💛💙💚
#GTH
#HAO
FT. WHAT. A. GAME! Hawks come out on top 43-26 in a relentless match. Full credit to
@WorthingRFC
, that one could've gone either way with 15 mins left. As it is, Henley will be delighted with the 5 points.
#GTH
#ForDH5
A massive congratulations from everyone at Henley RFC to former Hawk Alec Hepburn who has been selected in
@EnglandRugby
6 Nations squad!!! Amazing achievement.
#GTH
Hawks Squad 2022-23 Update
Here's a good start to a Tuesday for Henley Hawks fans, a new addition to the Hawks back line! Please welcome new recruit Max Titchener!
Watch out for more squad updates!
#rugby
#sport
#rugbyunion
#HAO
FT Hawks 31-21 Esher. Good rally from the visitors late in the game but it wasn't enough as the Hawks came away with a bonus point victory.
#GTH
#ForDH5
Magnificent performance from the Hawks sees them overcome Taunton, 38-5 and secure a try bonus point in the process. With the victory, Henley move up to 3rd place in
#nat2s
, 4 point behind Canterbury.
#GTH
#HAO
#alltoplayfor
FT. Comprehensive performance from the Hawks who come away with a 50-21 victory over
@Old_AlbanianRFC
. It's not enough to catch up with
@cantrugby
who finish a deserved 2nd place in
#Nat2s
. Best side we've played at Dry Leas this season. All the best for the play-off!
#GTH
#HAO
What. A. Guy.
Anyone that has attended Henley Rugby Club in the last 30 (roughly😅) years will know that there is not a man more deserving of this award. Well done Aubrey!
#aubreeeeey
Congratulations to Aubrey Doran from
@HenleyHawks
for receiving his
@Honda_UK
Volunteer recognition award
@Twickenhamstad
recently. Seen here shaking hands with Nigel Gillingham (President of the
@RFU
).
Hawks Squad 2022-23 Update
Delighted to announce that Dave Manning is returning to Dry Leas! Welcome back Dave!
Watch out for more squad updates!
#rugby
#sport
#rugbyunion
Thrilling 37-45 bonus point victory over
@BSERugby
in the first game of the
@nca_rugby
@Nat2RugbySouth
game of the season. Great game and effort from both sides. Onwards and upwards!
#GTH
Hoping ex-Hawk
@jackswillis7
makes a swift recovery after what looked like a nasty injury at Twickenham. Such a shame after getting on the scoresheet.
#HAO
Hawks Squad 2022-23 Update
To finish off a very "Happy Monday" on the Hawks recruitment front and to keep the news in the Hawks Front Row Union, please welcome new recruit Luke Shpylka!
@LShpylka96
Watch out for more squad updates!
#rugby
#sport
#rugbyunion
Respect to our man Jim Hadfield who ran out for the
#hawks
again on Sat, 17 years after his first cap in ‘05. In that time he’s played loose & tight head & hooker for the Hawks. This season alone he’s started for the Hawks, Bulls, Vikings & Vultures. Proud to have him on our side
FT Hawks come out on top over a dogged Westcliff side. It finishes 36-7 to Henley with a try bonus point secured in the process. Thanks to
@westcliffrugby
for having us. Big thanks also to
@gdevansinterior
for the updates in the rain!
#GTH
#ForDH5
Big congrats to
@Rams_RFC
for securing the National 2 South title. A phenomenal season for the team and justly deserved. All the best for next season from everyone at Henley RFC.
Hawks Squad 2022-23 Update
Tom Emery - the man with the "arrows" to make Eric Bristow look decidedly average, commits to the new season with the Hawks!
Once a Hawk, always a Hawk!
Watch out for more squad updates!
#Rugby
#sport
#rugbyunion
#HAO
#henleyhawks
FT. HAWKS WIN! Incredible second half comeback from Old Reds wasn't enough as Henley responded with two late tries to seal a 42-31 bonus point win.
#GTH
#Nat2S
Great turnout for Nigel Dudding’s retirement dinner. Many ex player’s supporter’s sponsors and friends of Nigel in attendance 😊👍 Sir Clive Woodward here too 😮 many thanks Nigel for your service to HRFC
New set up 🔥
"I’m excited & eager to take the role of DoR. The club will be focusing on making small key improvements, to allow the performance arm of the club to flourish. Whilst nurturing the community sections of the club, to strengthen and grow for years to come”
@Allen_Luke
Hawks celebrating their win after a tough fought game against Tonbridge Juddians. Well done to both teams and apologies for any naughty language 😮👍 great work Hawks 👍🏉
Here's the Hawks team for the Battle of the Thames against
@Rams_RFC
. Kick-off is 3pm tomorrow, please leave yourself plenty of time to arrive as we're expecting a big gate!
#GTH
#HAO
#Battleofthethames
Hawks Squad 2022-23 Update
More great news on the Hawks recruitment front with the addition of Seb Scott!
Welcome to the Hawks family Seb! We look forward to seeing you on the pitch!
Watch out for more squad updates!
#rugby
#sport
#rugbyunion
#HAO
#henleyhawks
In case you didn’t know...
We’re top of the league!!!
We’re not getting carried away but we’re enjoying the moment.
📸 courtesy of photogician
@grumpygramp15
WINN!!!!!!!!!
Nail biting stuff. What a game. Two brilliant teams fought to the end. A bonus point win for the hawks and 2 deserved losing bonus points for the visitors. Final score:
@HenleyHawks
33
@tauntonrfc
27
What a season it’s been. Some highs and incredible lows. Well done to these lads for battling through in some of the toughest circumstances you’d never imagine. What a team.
Thank you to the entire rugby community for all of your support this season. What a family.
#ForDH5
It’s with incredible sadness we announce the passing of former Henley Hawk Ian Williams. Our thoughts are with
@DoncasterKnight
and his friends and family at this very sad time.
#RIP
FT. A consolation try for Rochford at the death, but it's been an excellent performance from the Hawks who will take real confidence from this. Full time score is 15-37. Thanks to
@RochfordRugby
for having us and we look forward to welcoming you to Dry Leas in 2022.
#GTH
#ForDH5
Hawks Squad 2022-23 Update
Tom Hall -
@tomhall6
- Voted the National League Rugby "Team of the Season" Openside Flanker 2021-22, commits to the new season with the Hawks!
Once a Hawk, always a Hawk!
Watch out for more squad updates!
#Rugby
#sport
#rugbyunion
#HAO
#henleyhawks
FT. Very much a game of two halves as Henley come away with a 33-22 win, securing a try bonus point in the process. Excellent response from the visitors in the second half.
#GTH
#ForDH5
Full Time! Exhilarating stuff. Hawks good value for their 47-12 victory over a resolute
@cliftonrugby
at Dry Leas this afternoon. That's 6 wins on the bounce!
#GTH
#believe
Hawks Squad 2022-23 Update
Rhyan Scott Young - another RAF squad member, commits to the new season with the Hawks! Looking forward to seeing Rhyan flying up the wing soon!
Once a Hawk, always a Hawk!
Watch out for more squad updates!
#Rugby
#sport
#rugbyunion
#HAO
#henleyhawks
Hawks Squad 2022-23 Update
Cail Cookland - Had his first season with the Hawks last year and is coming back for more! Versatile and can play in the No. 10 or No.15 shirt!
Once a Hawk, always a Hawk!
Watch out for more squad updates!
#Rugby
#sport
#rugbyunion
#HAO
#henleyhawks
FT. Wild Geese 15-38 Hawks. Excellent second half performance from Henley sees them secure an important bonus point victory and bounce back to winning ways!
#GTH
#HAO