RAMS RFC would like to commend Plymouth Albion for banning for life a ‘fan’ who racially abused our 19-year-old scrum-half Ollie Monye during the week three fixture at Bricklands.

As a club we were shocked and disappointed by the incident, but would like to thank Albion for their swift and decisive action following the game.

The RFU have announced they will be further investigating the matter and we will help their inquiries in any way necessary.

There is no place in life or sport for discrimination and personal abuse, and we look forward to the remainder of the season being played both on and off the field in the true spirit of rugby.