Blue Cube Security is pleased to announce its sponsorship of the 2025 Spring Insure Granite Trophy, a groundbreaking rugby match that will see the Channel Islands unite for the first time as a single team. This historic event, taking place on Saturday 17th May 2025, marks a bold new chapter in Channel Islands rugby.
Guernsey and Jersey have shared a proud rugby rivalry for over a century, most famously expressed through the historic Siam Cup, the second-oldest rugby trophy, first contested in 1920. Since 1935, the two teams have faced off annually in this fiercely anticipated clash.
Now, in 2025, the rivalry takes a new turn. After Jersey’s recent victory over Guernsey in the latest Siam Cup, players from both teams will unite to form a single Channel Islands squad, coming together to face Sweden’s national rugby team. The match will be held at the Garenne Stand, Footes Lane, St Peter Port, with kick-off at 7:30pm.
Sweden, currently ranked 31st in the world (as of November 2024), will provide a tough challenge for the Channel Islands team, ensuring an exciting and competitive fixture for players and fans alike.
This sponsorship holds special significance for Blue Cube Security, reflecting its long-standing commitment to supporting rugby initiatives in the UK as an engaged local business. CEO and Founder, Gary Haycock-West, has been deeply involved in rugby for most of his life, first as a player and now as the Chairman of Guernsey Raiders Rugby Club.
Since relocating to Guernsey in 2021, Gary has brought his passion for the sport and his leadership experience to the island’s sporting community, helping to continue the company’s tradition of fostering local sports development.
Gary Haycock-West, CEO & Founder of Blue Cube Security, said: “I am truly proud that Blue Cube Security is sponsoring the 2025 Spring Insure Granite Trophy, a historic moment for Channel Islands rugby. Bringing together players from Guernsey Raiders and Jersey RFC to form a united team is a bold and exciting step, celebrating not only our rich rugby heritage but also the spirit of collaboration and community.”
Vice Chair and Director of Sponsorship at Guernsey Raiders, Chris Gnapp, said: "A huge thank you to Blue Cube Security for sponsoring this fixture. We're really excited to be launching the Channel Islands team and to be working with Blue Cube Security for the first time. We are very grateful for their support on what promises to be an outstanding rugby event!"
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