Whether it was his work as a teacher at Cardinal Newman, being an active member of the St Peter’s parish or through rugby league, if you didn’t know Frank Hawley, it could be said that you weren’t a true Warringtonian!

Frank was a proud Warrington Wolves Foundation Heart and Soul Community award winner and his footprint lives on in the South Stand at the Halliwell Jones Stadium. From refereeing school boys rugby and making his first Wembley appearance in 1989 he officiated on the biggest games on the biggest stage with 4 challenge cup finals and 2 grand finals amongst his honours.

In the final week of his life, Frank and the family were supported by the wonderful staff at St Rocco’s hospice. They couldn’t do enough to support them and they feel they can never repay them.

Frank gave his life to serve others and make everyone else the best versions of them they could be.

His attitude towards his illness, his mental strength and true outlook on life were inspirational and in order to recognise this and celebrate Frank’s 3 communities in life Andy Hawley, Frank’s Nephew, set out to complete ‘The 3 Frank Challenge’ as follows:

1. Great North Run 10th September 2023
2. Warrington Running Festival Half Marathon 24th September 2023
3. 3 x 3 x 3 challenge (3 miles every 3 hours for 3 days) 1st November - 4th November 2023

Andy thought it would also be fitting for there to be a rugby game as part of this challenge. In the Under 10s fixture, Frank’s great nephew Noah will appear for Crosfields and in the Under 12s game, Frank’s grandson Isaac will play for Woolston.

Please come down and support the teams, it’s free entry, donations welcome, the kitchen will open for food and hot drinks and the bar will be open. There will also be a raffle.