# Spirit of Rugby Lodge #9922

> Freemasonry and Rugby in perfect union


## Posts

- [Bro Paul Elliott joins the team!](https://freemasonsrugby.com/bro-paul-elliott-joins-the-team/): We were delighted to welcome Paul Elliott as the newest member of the SoR Squad at our September meeting. Paul joined us for our 6 Nations event earlier in the year and decided that he wanted to join in the fun! Paul was proposed by our WM, Mark, who did an excellent job Initiating Paul, who was lead onto the field of play by our Junior Deacon, “Delboy” Reed and they were ably supported by the rest of the team. The “Bomb Squad” were brought on late into the fixture and did a superb job – but the player of […]
- [6 Nations Event](https://freemasonsrugby.com/6-nations-event/): The Spirit of Rugby lodge kicked off their new season with a bang in February.  Less than a week after the installation of their new master, WBro Mark Lawson, nearly 50 members and guests met up in a private room above the Shozna, Rochester, having first sunk a few pints in the Granville just along the road.  They were there to enjoy the hospitality of one of the finest Indian restaurants in the country – and to watch Wales v Ireland in the 6 Nations on their big screen.  The food did not disappoint, and neither did the game.  Against […]
- [Match Report](https://freemasonsrugby.com/match-report-2/): “Selection Meeting” – 17th Feb 2025 Lead out for the last time by outgoing skipper, WBro Matt Fothergill, the Spirit of Rugby first XV produced an all action display in our latest fixture. It was a chilly day in Tovil and things got off to a stuttering start with Matt Mitchell missing the start for the match (he blamed traffic but he probably got his compass points mixed up again) so there was an early substitution with Roger Waltham taking his place. With Roger not being in the original 23 and therefore not being fully “match fit”, the early passages […]
- [MATCH REPORT](https://freemasonsrugby.com/match-report/): Regular Meeting Monday 21st November 2022 There are some fixtures which, on the face of it, can look pretty daunting. On a pretty bleak Monday night in November, you could be forgiven for asking – and to borrow from a quote often used in that lesser sport played with a round ball – “Can they do it on a cold, windy night in Gravesend”? The answer was an emphatic “YES” as the Spirit of Rugby pulled another great performance out of the bag at our meeting on Monday, for the raising of Bro Steve Chandler. Our Skipper Tony was clearly […]
- [Gravesend's Delivery of Ale from Tony is Grrrr-eat!](https://freemasonsrugby.com/gravesends-delivery-of-ale-from-tony-is-grrrr-eat/): Spirit of Rugby Lodge’s Tony Fish was pleased to present Gravesend RFC with bottles of Spirit of Rugby Ale earlier this year.   The ale brewed by Nelson Brewery was funded by the members of SOR9922 lodge to help support local clubs and to raise awareness of the work freemason do in the community. Tony presented the beer to Michael Cubitt President, Mark Bruce Chairman and the Man of the Match on the day, scrum half, Ned Warren.   It was a “grrreat” win for the team and they were extremely grateful for the donation. You find out more about Gravesend RFC […]
- [After a bit of NAGging Hilly gets the job done!](https://freemasonsrugby.com/after-a-bit-of-nagging-hilly-gets-the-job-done/): SOR Member Founder Member Ian Hill took the opportunity to both referee and deliver Spirit of Rugby Ale to New Ash Green RFC on Saturday at their Easter fixture versus a Kent Barbarians XV. Ian gave the following report… “I had the pleasure of delivering New Ash Green our Spirit of Rugby beer on Saturday prior to there 1st team playing a barbarian team made up from players from teams across Kent. The beer was received by New Ash Green’s Chairman (Howard Morgan) and 1st XV team captain (Declan Bateman) and President (Nick Warren).The beer was chilled and warmly received […]
- [Warrior Jimjam steals the day and welcomes our #GiftOfBeer](https://freemasonsrugby.com/warrior-jimjam-steals-the-day-and-welcomes-our-giftofbeer/): On the biggest day in the club’s chronicled history representatives of Spirit of Rugby Lodge had the privilege of presenting our #GiftOfBeer to Weavering Warriors RFC. For the very first time the club were, on this memorable day, able to field two full teams The Warriors 1stXV and The Samurai 2ndXV. To make the day even more exciting both teams were able to play back to back games at their home ground in Park Wood, Maidstone. The matches proved to be very close, both culminating in victories for the home teams. The rugby on display included some fine running rugby […]
- [Ash RFC Appreciate IPA](https://freemasonsrugby.com/ash-rfc-appreciate-ipa/): Andy Stevens and Steve Jones made the journey to Ash RFC just outside of Canterbury to hand over crates of Spirit of Rugby IPA to the village club punching above well their weight. Neil Parfitt Chairman accepted the #GiftOfBeer on behalf of the club and thanked the lodge saying… “Thank you once again for coming down to see us with your generous gift to to the club . As you can imagine fund raising is very hard at the moment and every opportunity to bolster the funds is much appreciated. As you see we provide a safe and fun environment  for children and adults […]
- [Whitstable's #GiftOfBeer](https://freemasonsrugby.com/whitstables-giftofbeer/): Four members of Spirit Of Rugby Lodge attended the Vice Presidents’ Lunch and Christmas Party at Whitstable RFC and took the opportunity to present the club with our #GiftOfBeer which has been brewed, funded and distributed by the lodge to help support the rugby community. Founding member of the Lodge and former chairman of the club Peter Hudson presented the unique bottles of IPA to Club Chairman Calvin Smith and it was gratefully received. Peter said, “Nearly all the beer sold that day, the chairman was over the moon and he asked me personally to thank the Spirit of Rugby […]
- [Lords and Masons Enjoy Spirit of Rugby IPA](https://freemasonsrugby.com/lords-and-masons-enjoy-spirit-of-rugby-ipa/): Mark Lawson delivered our specially brewed beer to Lordswood Rugby Club earlier this week. It was received on behalf of the club by their chairman Tony McMonies. Tony thanked the lodge for its generous donation and was amazed how the lodge was doing the same for nearly 30 clubs in East Kent. As the beer was being delivered the club was holding its first VP lunch for two years although sadly their game, scheduled against local rivals Sittingbourne, was postponed owing to Covid cases. As the club don’t own the clubhouse or bar where they play they were unable to […]
- [Wise Brethren from Spirit Of Rugby Lodge Travelled to the East to Deliver Gifts](https://freemasonsrugby.com/wise-brethren-from-spirit-of-rugby-lodge-travelled-to-the-east-to-deliver-gifts/): Though not bearing gold, frankincense or myrrh, three wise members of Spirit of Rugby Lodge 9922: Peter Hudson, Bill Higgins and Matt Jury (master of the Lodge) did bear our special #GiftOfBeer to the chairman of Thanet Wanderers RFC, Chris Panteli. With the clubhouse adorned in festive tinsel Chris insisted the visiting team joined him for some yuletide cheer and cracked open a bottle or two of Spirit Of Rugby IPA donated. The Spirit Of Rugby IPA beer has been created and funded by the rugby lodge members to gift to East Kent rugby clubs over the Christmas period and […]
- [Spirit of Rugby IPA Welcomed by Old Wills.](https://freemasonsrugby.com/spirit-of-rugby-ipa-welcomed-by-old-wills/): Chairman of Old Williamsonians RFC, Ian Pettman, took delivery of Spirit of Rugby Lodge’s #GiftOfBeer this week. He was a little down in the dumps but the donation of six crates of Sprit Of Rugby IPA from the Lodge soon cheered him up.Read more… On behalf of the club, based at their clubhouse on the grounds of Sir Joseph Williams Maths School in Rochester, Ian welcomed the IPA which was brewed by The Nelson Brewery not far from the club. Thanking the lodge for generous donation the chairman said, “If there’s one thing rugby players know, it’s how to drink […]
- [Spirit of Rugby Straight to the Heart of the Matter](https://freemasonsrugby.com/spirit-of-rugby-straight-to-the-heart-of-the-matter/): WBros Bob Mitchell and Steve Jones were pilgrims to Canterbury RFC on Saturday to deliver Spirit of Rugby IPA to the Club ahead of their 8 try victory over Westcliff. Production of the beer has been funded by members of the East Kent Lodge and is being gifted to local clubs to help support their rugby programmes. Rugby and freemasonry share so many common values and these are often realised over a beer. Lodge member since its consecration back in 2016 Stephen Jones said, “we are delighted to be able to support the rugby community – for members at Spirit […]
- [The Ghost of Past, Present and Future Reflects as SOR Beer Delivered to Medway RFC](https://freemasonsrugby.com/the-ghost-of-past-present-and-future-reflects-as-sor-beer-delivered-to-medway-rfc/): Primus Master of Spirit of Rugby Lodge WBros Roger Waltham was joined by fellow members of the lodge: Keith Bennett, Mark Lawson, and Clive Lang to present the #GiftOfBeer to Tracey Bullock at Medway Rugby Club where he has been a member of since he was a teenager. Reflecting on more than 50 years in rugby Roger talks about the history and evolution of the club and his enjoyment of rugby as a Freemason… “I joined Medway RFC in my mid-teens 53 years ago in 1968 (it was called Rochester RFC at that time) so it was really good to […]
- [Spirit of Rugby IPA added to OG's range of Ale](https://freemasonsrugby.com/spirit-of-rugby-ipa-added-to-ogs-range-of-ale/): Following a training session at The Fleetway Sports Ground on Thursday evening, Tony Fish from Spirit of Rugby Lodge presented Mike Hodge the Old Gravesendians’ Club Chairman, with 72 bottles of Spirit of Rugby IPA beer. The #GiftOfBeer was greatly appreciated by the club who play their rugby in Kent Division Two.   The beer brewed by Spirit of Rugby Lodge in partnership with Nelson Brewery is being gifted to all community rugby clubs in East Kent and OGs will use their quota to raise funds for the club.   The clubhouse at the Fleetway is not tied to a particular brewer […]
- [IPA Goes Down Well at Cranbrook](https://freemasonsrugby.com/ipa-goes-down-well-at-cranbrook/): This evening Cranbrook RFC were the grateful recipients of Spirit of Rugby IPA.   On a cold training night at the Tomlin Ground, Club President, Mark “Scotty” Scott and Chris “BigBird” Hambridge appreciated the opportunity to be inside whilst the men’s and women’s senior teams were outside training. WBros Gary Lux and Matt Mitchell presented the #GiftOfBeer to the Club who boast teams in every age group for boys and girls as well as men’s and women’s rugby.   The Women are currently sitting 6th in Women’s NC 1 South East (East) Division and the men 3rd in the London 3 South […]
- [Lodge Crusade to Cliffe](https://freemasonsrugby.com/lodge-crusade-to-cliffe/): Bros Mark Lawson and Tony Fish made their way towards the Isle of Grain bearing a gift of Spirit of Rugby IPA to Cliffe Crusaders Rugby Club earlier in the week. Head Coach Ian Lane (pictured) received the lodge’s #GiftofBeer gladly on behalf of the Club which is based at the Cliffe Village Club. Ian loved the idea of what the lodge was doing and was very grateful of our donation. He took charge of the beer ahead of a training session in preparation for a tough away league fixture against an undefeated Park House RFC. We hope the beer […]
- [Dragons First to Benefit from Spirit of Rugby's Beer](https://freemasonsrugby.com/dragons-first-to-benefit-from-spirit-of-rugbys-beer/): Medway Dragons RL Club was the first club in the county to receive the gift of gifts from members of Spirit of Rugby Lodge. Martin Coyd Head Coach of the premier rugby league team in the Province gratefully received the crates of Spirit of Rugby IPA beer. The gift of beer (funded by the lodge) will be used by the club based in Chatham to raise funds to support their programmes which includes: senior, masters, and youth rugby league. Lodge members Mark Lawson and Matt Mitchell delivered the beer to Martin as soon as it was ready and directly from […]
- [Beer in the Community](https://freemasonsrugby.com/beer-in-the-community/): Spirit of Rugby Lodge took delivery of over 2000 bottles of specially brewed and branded beer this week. WBro Mark Lawson (left) collected the IPA from Piers Macdonald (right) owner of Nelson Brewery based within the Historic Dockyard at Chatham. The lodge will be gifting crates of the “Spirit of Rugby IPA” to rugby clubs within the Masonic Province of East Kent boasting a community of over 30 rugby clubs which the lodge has pledged to support. “Rugby is about sharing a beer in the clubhouse after the game, what better way of supporting our local clubs than gifting them […]
- [Jury Out as Lodge Elect New Master, Treasurer & Bro Steve takes his next step...](https://freemasonsrugby.com/jury-out-as-lodge-elect-new-master-treasurer-bro-steve-takes-his-next-step/): Spirit of Rugby Lodge’s Worshipful Master Matt Jury presided over his final full meeting on Monday 15th November. As part of the meeting at the Dymchurch Centre Matt ensured that Bro Steve Chandler successfully proved his proficiency and took the next step in freemasonry to become a Fellow of the Craft. The lodge members also elected Bros. Tony Fish and Clive Lang as Master and Treasurer Elect respectively. The meeting was followed by a traditional festive board with thanks to the catering staff at the Dymchurch Centre who put on a tremendous spread which was super value for money. Spirit […]
- [Lodge to support local clubs with donation of Beer](https://freemasonsrugby.com/lodge-to-support-local-clubs-with-donation-of-beer/): Rugby Clubs having struggled throughout lockdown are soon to get a generous boost from Spirit of Rugby Lodge 9922. With club rugby fixtures now well underway the members of Spirit of Rugby Lodge have plans to support all East Kent Rugby Clubs with donations of their very own beer produced in partnership with Nelson Brewery. Cases of the Spirit of Rugby’s IPA brew will soon be delivered to rugby clubs across East Kent at no cost to any of the rugby clubs involved. Members of Spirit of Rugby Lodge hope the donated beer will help each club to support their […]
- [SoR 9922 - Community Programme Update](https://freemasonsrugby.com/sor-9922-community-programme-update/): East Kent Freemasons working with the East Kent Rugby Community tp widen the appeal of the game for young people
- [Kyran Bracken MBE to visit Spirit of Rugby Lodge No 9922](https://freemasonsrugby.com/kyran-bracken-mbe-to-visit-spirit-of-rugby-lodge-no-9922/): We are delighted to announce that on the 26th May we will be joined by 2003 World Cup winning squad member and award winning Speaker Kyran Bracken MBE, for a fund raising Sunday Lunch in aid of Wooden Spoon – the Children’s Charity of Rugby. The Event will be held at the Cornwallis Suite, which is situated just off Courtenay Road in Maidstone, Kent ME15 6QS beginning at 12:30. Kyran, has generously agreed to donate his time to speak at this lunch as part of his “Speak-a-thon”, a series of events to help raise funds for the Wooden Spoon Rugby […]
- [Spirit of Rugby Installation Meeting 2019](https://freemasonsrugby.com/spirit-of-rugby-installation-meeting-2019/): The 18th February 2019 saw The Spirit of Rugby Lodge No 9922 kick off their new Masonic “Season” by installing WBro. Bob Mitchell as their 4th Worshipful Master.   For a full report and photos of this most happy event please visit the East Kent Freemasons’ Website at…       https://eastkentfreemasons.org/2019/02/20/spirit-of-rugby-install-new-master-as-only-they-can/  
- [Spirit of Rugby Lodge No 9922 celebrates its second anniversary.](https://freemasonsrugby.com/spirit-of-rugby-lodge-no-9922-celebrates-its-second-anniversary/): The members of the Spirit of Rugby Lodge No 9922 and a host of guests (seventy-nine in all), gathered in Maidstone, Kent, on 19th February 2018 to celebrate the Lodge’s second anniversary and to install Andy Stevens as its third Master. He was installed in fine fashion by his predecessor Matt Mitchell in a ceremony that, although “in accordance with antient custom”, incorporated many of the unique features which are characteristic of this very special lodge. Special guest of the day was Stephen Salisbury,  the appointed representative of the Provincial Grand Master,  who was welcomed (several times actually….) by the Master. […]

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- [Sponsorship & Support](https://freemasonsrugby.com/sponsorship-support/): Dover RFC Our WM, Mark, and Charity Steward, Craig, recently visited Dover RFC to present the U11s with their brand new kitbag rucksacks which we supplied for them. A big thanks to Craig for his excellent work in getting the bags and to all our members for helping raise the funds for them! The kids loved them and there were big smiles all round! Medway RFC The funds raised at our 6 Nations day event this year have gone to good use – we’re proud to be Silver sponsors of Medway RFC for the 2025/26 Season! Ash RFC We’re proud […]
- [Data Protection Notice](https://freemasonsrugby.com/data-protection-notice/): Data Protection Notice Spirit of Rugby Lodge No. 9922 Your Data… This notice is for all candidates and Freemasons of Spirit of Rugby Lodge No 9922. It applies to the processing of your personal data by the Lodge. Section I sets out the purposes for which your data will be used by the Lodge if you are a candidate. Section II sets out the purposes for which your data will be used by the Lodge if you are a member. Please note that your personal data will also be processed by the United Grand Lodge of England and the Province […]
- [The Founders](https://freemasonsrugby.com/the-founders/): The following Brethren were the Founders of the Spirit of Rugby Lodge No 9922 Consecrated at Margate 29th February 2016 Ranks shown are those correct at the date of Consecration Bro Leigh David Kenneth Austin WBro Mark Christopher Bassant AsstGPurs, PProvSGW WBro Keith Bennett WBro James Edward Blunt PAGDC, PProv JGW WBro Robert William Munro Burns PPrGChStwd WBro Andrew Kenneth Butler PProvGStwd (W.Kent) WBro Richard Paul Carney PProvSGW WBro Mark Edward Costelloe ProvGStwd Bro Wayne Mark Coveney Bro Paul Devon-Row WBro Yusuf Dourmoush WBro Scott Dymond WBro Anthony Stephen Evernden WBro Tony Michael Fish WBro Michael Philip Gee PAGDC, PProvGAlm WBro […]
- [Honours Board](https://freemasonsrugby.com/honours-board/): Worshipful Masters of Spirit of Rugby LodgeNo 9922 2016/17WBro. Roger Howard WalthamPSGD, PAsstProvGM 2017/18WBro. Matt MitchellPPJGD 2018/19 WBro. Andrew David StevensPAGDC, ProvGDC 2019/20 WBro. Robert MitchellPPJGD 2020 – 2022 WBro. Matt Jury PPDepGSuptWks 2022/3 WBro. Tony “Guppy” Fish PPAGDC (West Kent) 2023/4 WBro. Steve Jones ProvGStdB 2024/5 WBro. Matt Fothergill
- [Things you need to know](https://freemasonsrugby.com/things-you-need-to-know/): Freemasonry is open to men from all walks of life,  regardless of their personal circumstances or background. However there are a few things you need to know if you are considering applying for membership of a Lodge…… Membership is only open to men over the age of 18 years. All Freemasons are required to have a belief in a Supreme Being. All Freemasons are required to obey the law and to be good citizens. Freemasons are specifically prohibited from using their masonic affiliations to further their own (or anyone else’s)  business interests. Freemasons regularly donate money to Charity. No one, however, […]
- [Why Join?](https://freemasonsrugby.com/why-join/): People join Freemasonry for all sorts of reasons, here are just a few…. Because it’s a lot of fun! A Masonic Lodge provides wide ranging opportunities for socialising, having fun and making new friends. Because it’s Worthwhile! Freemasonry is a worthwhile way to spend some of your free time. It provides a real chance to make a positive impact in the Community and to make a real difference to the lives of people who are in need of assistance. Because it’s a Challenge! If you are looking to challenge yourself then Freemasonry uniquely provides many ways in which you can […]
- [FAQ's](https://freemasonsrugby.com/freemasonry/faqs/): Some frequently asked questions about Freemasonry  What is Freemasonry? Freemasonry is the oldest and the largest of the secular (that is, non-religious) fraternal societies.  It exists to allow men with a social conscience to put something back into society by providing aid, support and hope to those in need. Freemasons support a wide range of charitable causes dealing with everything from major international emergencies such as earthquakes or flooding, to local community causes, and individual problems such as ageing, illness or poverty. Where and when did Freemasonry start? No one actually knows.  No documented evidence has been found to support […]
- [Freemasonry](https://freemasonsrugby.com/freemasonry/): Freemasonry is changing.   Find out more by selecting one of the items from the drop down menu
- [Lodge Insignia](https://freemasonsrugby.com/lodge-insignia/): Our Lodge insignia is based on the notion that there are clear parallels to be drawn between Freemasonry and Rugby. Both require teamwork, selflessness, reliance on others and a determination to win through in pursuit of a common cause. At the top of the design is “The great canopy of heaven”, to indicate ” the universality of the science”, The seven stars in the sky allude to the minimum number of Freemasons required to make a Lodge “perfect”. It also happens to be the minimum number of players required to form a Rugby team. The Glory in the centre symbolises […]
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- [SoR Events](https://freemasonsrugby.com/sorevents/): Originally, the East Kent Rugby Association was formed to allow East Kent Freemasons, their family and friends to enjoy their passion for the sport of Rugby Union, whilst at the same time raising funds for Rugby related Charities and our Community Programme. This lead to us founding the Spirit of Rugby Lodge and the EKRA has subsequently become the “SoR Events” team, planning trips to Rugby events. As well as our Rugby trips, the Spirit of Rugby Lodge No 9922 organises social events throughout the year.  Everything from formal Dinner/Dances to informal family friendly affairs. Our special events are open […]
- [Latest News](https://freemasonsrugby.com/latest-news/): Match Report – February 25
- [Fixture List](https://freemasonsrugby.com/fixture-list/)
- [Membership Enquiry](https://freemasonsrugby.com/membership-enquiry/): Freemasonry is open to men from all walks of life, regardless of their personal circumstances or background. However there are a few things you need to know if you are considering applying for membership of a Lodge…… • Membership is only open to men over the age of 18 years. • All Freemasons are required to have a belief in a Supreme Being. • All Freemasons are required to obey the law and to be good citizens. • Freemasons are specifically prohibited from using their masonic affiliations to further their own (or anyone else’s) business interests. • Freemasons regularly donate money to Charity. No one, […]
- [Our Game Plan](https://freemasonsrugby.com/the-game-plan/): Some years ago, a sports association was formed in the Province of East Kent, with the purpose of enriching masonic membership through a shared enjoyment of sport. It very quickly became apparent that there was a large section of the membership who shared a passion for rugby, and the East Kent Rugby Association soon had a membership approaching 100. The close involvement of friends and family members at our rugby events began, inevitably, to attract potential candidates into our fraternity, which got us to thinking that there may, perhaps, be some scope for a ‘special interest’ Lodge. Once we began to give the notion some […]
- [Community Programme](https://freemasonsrugby.com/community/): One very important aspect of the Spirit of Rugby Lodge. No. 9922 is the promotion, development and support of club and schools Rugby in East Kent. We are especially keen to see the positive values which Rugby can instil in young people made available to as wide a range of children and young adults as possible. We are therefore, in the process of developing a Community Programme which will assist Clubs, Schools, Charities and other interested bodies to offer Rugby activities across the county of Kent and beyond. So whether it be help repainting the showers in the club house or co-hosted social events designed to raise […]
- [HomePage](https://freemasonsrugby.com/): Welcome to  freemasonsrugby.com The online home of theSpirit of Rugby Lodge. No. 9922. Whether you are a Freemason who loves Rugby, or a Rugby enthusiast curious to know more about Freemasonry,  you will find much to interest, entertain and inform you in the pages on this site. Freemasonry has changed dramatically over the last 50 years becoming ever more open and accessible to men from all walks of life. New lodges like Spirit of Rugby No. 9922 are a continuing part of that process. Whilst staying true to the basic Masonic principles of compassion, charity and integrity, we have developed a new and exciting […]


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