Doncaster Knights Donate Rugby Kit to Support Young Players in Ukraine
20th May 2026
Doncaster Knights have supported the next generation of rugby players in Ukraine with the donation of rugby kit to young people in the country.
An initiative by the Rotary Club of Doncaster Knights, based at Castle Park began when Rotarian Darren Hands was reached out to by a connection in Kyiv. Subsequently they were informed that over 320 schools in Ukraine that enjoy rugby do not have the necessarily kit that they need and reached out to Doncaster Knights for help.
Doncaster Knights and Doncaster Knights Minis and Juniors subsequently supported with a donation of surplus rugby kits which the Rotary Club of Doncaster Knights sorted and packed for the journey.
The packages were accompanied with stickers and notes of best wishes as a message of friendly support.
Six full boxes of rugby kits left the UK this week to be headed to Ukraine and delight the aspiring rugby players who will receive them.
