Hampden fundraiser raises £8k for Siobhan’s Legacy of Love

Charity collection in aid of Siobhan’s Legacy of Love raises £8000 at 1872 Cup match <i>(Image: Glasgow Children’s Hospital Charity)</i>
Charity collection in aid of Siobhan’s Legacy of Love raises £8000 at 1872 Cup match (Image: Glasgow Children’s Hospital Charity)
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A Hampden Park fundraiser held in honour of a former Scottish rugby star has raised more than £8000.

Held in aid of Siobhan’s Legacy of Love, the collection took place during the 1872 Cup rugby match in December, in memory of Siobhan Cattigan, a former Scotland international rugby player who earned 19 caps for her country.

The money was raised through bucket collections around the stadium, as well as sales of limited edition matchday programmes and Glasgow Warriors flags.

Charity collection in aid of Siobhan’s Legacy of Love raises £8000 at 1872 Cup match (Image: Glasgow Children’s Hospital Charity)

Charity collection in aid of Siobhan’s Legacy of Love raises £8000 at 1872 Cup match (Image: Glasgow Children’s Hospital Charity)

Donations were also made via QR codes displayed on screens, in the programme and in hospitality areas.

Kenny Brown, interim managing director of Glasgow Warriors, said: "Once again, our supporters showed just how special this club is.

"To raise more than £8000 for Siobhan’s Legacy of Love at Hampden is an incredible achievement and something everyone connected with Glasgow Warriors can be immensely proud of.

"The generosity shown on the day is a fitting tribute to Siobhan’s memory, and these funds will make a real difference to children and families supported by the Glasgow Children’s Hospital Charity.

"I’d like to thank every supporter who donated, purchased a programme or flag, and the volunteers who gave up their time to make the collection such a success."

The 2025 fundraiser topped the £7500 raised for Siobhan’s Legacy of Love during a similar collection in 2024.


Charity collection in aid of Siobhan’s Legacy of Love raises £8000 at 1872 Cup match (Image: Glasgow Children’s Hospital Charity)

Charity collection in aid of Siobhan’s Legacy of Love raises £8000 at 1872 Cup match (Image: Glasgow Children’s Hospital Charity)

Siobhan’s parents, Neil and Morven Cattigan, expressed gratitude towards all who contributed.

They said: "Our heartfelt thanks to Glasgow Warriors for once again championing Siobhan’s Legacy of Love and honouring the life and memory of our beautiful girl.

"The kind generosity of every single person who contributed ensures that Siobhan's compassionate spirit and unwavering dedication to helping others shines brightly, as these vital funds go directly towards supporting sick children in Scotland.

"Thank you all."



Founded in 2022 by the friends and family of Siobhan Cattigan, Siobhan’s Legacy of Love honours the life and memory of the Scotland international back-row.

Proceeds from the fund help children with complex health conditions from across Scotland access hippotherapy, which supports physical and mental health through the sensory and motor stimulation of horse-riding.

To find out more and donate online, visit https://tinyurl.com/yn48xvyd.

Kirsten Watson, chief executive of Glasgow Children’s Hospital Charity, said: "We would like to extend our gratitude to the generosity of those who attended the 1872 Cup match last month and contributed to raising an outstanding £8000.

"Thanks to their support, and the tireless commitment and generosity of Siobhan’s friends and family, young patients with complex health conditions will be able to benefit from specialist support that is only available thanks to Siobhan’s Legacy of Love."

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