Geoff Fabian (Former Devonport Services, Royal Navy and Combined Services) Madelene and family are very appreciative of all the Navy friends and companions who attended the Memorial Service for Geoff at St Andrews Church, Plymouth on Tuesday 8 May 2007. Geoff's ashes will be scattered on the Sound, a place he loved . He is fondly remembered by the Royal Navy Rugby Union as a gifted and committed player and friend. Rest in Peace and our thoughts are with Madelene and her family.
ARMY V NAVY matches are the pinnacle of passion and commitment. The Services may well stand shoulder to shoulder to face the enemy but, when it comes to rugby, that’s a different matter. The Army, having won five Babcock Championships in a row, are determined to celebrate their Centenary with a stylish win at Twickenham. The Royal Navy, hardly shrinking violets, believe they could and should have beaten the Army in 2006. It’s game on. Director of Navy Rugby, Chris Alcock said “The Navy now emphasises youth, energy and pace. We know that if we play dynamic rugby we can beat the Army’s old guard around the park and cause a major upset”. But the Royal Navy will...
