Noble Family to deliver match ball in support of It’s good 2 give at #ChangeTheGame fixture

• 16 Apr 2025
• News

Edinburgh Rugby is proud to announce that this Friday night’s match ball delivery ahead of the Hollywoodbets Sharks game will be carried out by Sarah, Luke, and Leo Noble as part of the club’s dedicated #ChangeTheGame fixture.

This special match is raising vital funds and awareness for Edinburgh Rugby’s Official Charity Partner, It’s good 2 give.

The Noble family are deeply connected to the incredible work of It’s good 2 give. Mum Sarah, along with her sons Luke and Leo, tragically lost their son and big brother Alex to cancer just days after his fourth birthday. During Alex’s treatment, the family received invaluable support from It’s good 2 give.

Friday night’s ball delivery will serve as a poignant way to honour Alex’s memory and provide an opportunity for fans to celebrate the remarkable impact of It’s good 2 give.

Sarah Noble shared her family’s experience and the crucial role the charity played during an incredibly difficult time.

“Our son/big brother Alex was diagnosed with a really aggressive cancer back in June 2010. Alex was 20 months old; his little brother Luke was 3 weeks old. In the initial chaos we were given a ‘parent pack’ of essentials for families suddenly confined to hospital (toothbrushes, a notepad, pens etc) and that was our first encounter with It’s good 2 give, a newly established charity that wanted to help families in our situation by giving them practical help to try to make the most horrific situation a little more manageable,” Sarah explained.

“In the 2.5 years that Alex was in and out of hospital, we became friends with Lynne and It’s good 2 give, who wanted to understand where help was needed beyond the medical sphere and what they could do to help.

“One of my most precious memories is It’s good 2 give organising a music session for kids on the ward and their siblings – something so normal for most families, but something that we could never have risked in a normal setting for fear of infection.

“Alex died in September 2012 just days after his 4th birthday, but our friendship with it’s good 2 give has continued and the support they provide to families affected by cancer has evolved and expanded over the years.”

Reflecting on the charity’s continued support, Sarah highlighted the positive connection It’s good 2 give has fostered for her two sons: Luke and Leo.

“Alex is always with us and always a part of our family, and It’s good 2 give have given Luke and Leo a really lovely positive connection to their big brother, while being involved in the fundraising work that they do.

“Luke has rallied his friends to do a couple of kiltwalks and has sold raffle tickets at the Edinburgh games. The boys know and understand the work that It’s good 2 give do and how it helps and supports families like ours. Luke is also a rugby player so the chance to support It’s good 2 give AND watch Edinburgh play is a huge bonus!”

Sarah has passionately encouraged Edinburgh Rugby supporters to get behind this vital cause ahead of Friday night’s #ChangeTheGame clash.

Edinburgh Rugby supporters have three convenient ways to contribute to the vital work of It’s good 2 give this Friday night.

When securing your seat for the highly anticipated clash against the Hollywoodbets Sharks, you’ll find an option to add a donation to It’s good 2 give at the checkout. Choose to donate £1, £3, or £5 – every contribution, no matter the size, will directly support families facing the challenges of childhood cancer.

Alternatively, making a difference is as simple as sending a text message. Just text IG2G followed by the amount you wish to donate (5, 10, or 20) to 70470.

For those who prefer to donate online, you can head over to the dedicated It’s good 2 give x Edinburgh Rugby Just Giving page and make a secure contribution HERE.

“It’s such a worthwhile cause, helping families during their darkest times, making life a little easier, providing an escape from the brutal reality of childhood cancer at the Ripple Retreat and helping to create memories that will last forever,” continued Sarah.

The Noble family are now eagerly anticipating their involvement in Friday night’s #ChangeTheGame fixture which will see Sarah, Luke and Leo bring the match ball out to the centre of Hive Stadium ahead of an unmissable Friday night lights clash.

Sarah continued: “Luke loves his rugby so it’s an absolute honour for him to get up so close to his sporting heroes, and it means the world to us all to be able to shout about the incredible work that It’s good 2 give do.”

Edinburgh Rugby urges all supporters attending Friday night’s game to embrace the #ChangeTheGame initiative and contribute to the invaluable work of It’s good 2 give.

Click here for more information on the #ChangeTheGame fixture and It’s good 2 give.