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Steve Kennedy tells us why he supports Beckenham Ladies.

Steve Kennedy tells us why he supports Beckenham Ladies.

Chas Mills4 Jul 2014 - 18:20
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Every great team needs a great sponsor and we are lucky to have that with Kennedy.

Steve focuses on business development all over the country and has been sponsoring the Ladies team for as long as I can remember. He has never given up on us - for him it's as much about enjoying the game as it is winning - and for that we have a lot to thank him for!

To get some of our newer ladies familiarised with the man himself I've asked him to answer a few questions...

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Have you ever played rugby yourself?
Yes, Played for Streatham and Croydon from 12 until 22 and then had a break from the game up and then joined Beckenham at 28 played until 33 and enjoyed every game. I played as a Prop.

Who is your sporting hero?
Haven’t really got a hero but I do respect Jason Leonard for what he contributed to England.

Who first introduced you to Beckenham RFC?
No one I just looked in the local papers for a club and turned up at Beckenham one Saturday with a kit and got a game.

Was this when you first became a sponsor?
No I sponsored the first team with Patrick for a couple of seasons.

Why did you first decide to sponsor the Ladies team?
Skoda took up the sponsorship of the first team and I was in the clubhouse one Sunday for a beer and I watched the girls play and they were absolutely useless, but after the game you all got on so well and really enjoyed playing, that’s why I decided sponsor the team and why I will continue to sponsor the team.

What has kept you faithful all these years?
Your team spirit and enjoyment of the game.

What changes have you seen within the team?
Your rugby skills have greatly improved (thankfully)

Most memorable experience with the Ladies?
Watching you win the league twice. WELL DONE.

If any of the Ladies see you in the pub – what drink should they get you?
Anything cold and wet!

Any final words
Enjoy your time in the national leagues, you are a credit to Beckenham RFC.

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So, we'll see you at Patricks (the whole team of course) for a few drinks (what we do best) because we enjoy that as much as we enjoy the rugby! and I'm sure, whether we are winning or losing in the future, that will still be how we roll!

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