Raffi Quirke Sends Strength from Sale Sharks! 💥🦈

This one brought a massive smile to Slammin’ Sam B’s face… because today we’re giving a huge shoutout to Raffi Quirke, the first Sale Sharks player to send a video message of support to Sammy—and what a message it was!

We actually had the honour of meeting Raffi during our unforgettable visit to Sale Sharks HQ (read all about that here). He was one of the first players to walk straight over and say hello, making Sam feel like a true legend from the moment he stepped onto the turf. That memory stuck with us—and now, with his video message, Raffi’s shown again what rugby values are all about.

In the middle of rehab and recovery from some tough injuries, Raffi took the time to send his support. That speaks volumes about his character. Even when he’s not on the pitch, he’s out here making a difference. And just recently, he signed a 2-year contract extension with the Sharks—which is class. Once he’s back to full strength, we’ve no doubt he’ll be smashing it again and pushing for a regular spot in the England squad. 💪🏽🌹

Who is Raffi Quirke?

• Position: Scrum-half
• Club: Sale Sharks (since academy days)
• England Debut: November 2021 vs South Africa

Raffi is one of the most exciting young talents in English rugby. A product of the Sale Sharks academy, he burst onto the Premiership scene with speed, flair, and fearless play. His performance against the Springboks in 2021 had fans talking, and it’s clear the best is yet to come.

Even with injuries knocking him back, Raffi’s resilience and mindset have been nothing short of inspiring—exactly the kind of attitude that resonates with what Team Slammin’ Sam B is all about.

Fuel for the Fight

These videos aren’t just a few kind words—they’re fuel. They lift Sam, they give him a boost when the days are long and the treatment takes its toll. They show him that his fight is being backed by the best in the game, and that he’s part of something huge.

To the entire rugby community—this is the impact you’re having. You’re inspiring one little warrior to keep swinging. And we’ll never stop saying thank you.

Raffi, you’re a class act. Get back to full fitness, mate—we’ll be watching and cheering when you’re flying over the line for Sale and (hopefully soon again) England. 💙🏉

“It’s not the size of the dog in the fight, it’s the size of the fight in the dog.”

– Mark Twain

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