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04/05/06
Kilmarnock united against racism

Kilmarnock FC stars Rhian Dodds and Garry Hay joined 150 East-Ayrshire schoolchildren at Rugby Park today (Thursday 4th May) to show their backing for a racism free Scotland.

The event, organised by the Show Racism the Red Card charity in conjunction with Kilmarnock FC and East Ayrshire Council, gave young people the opportunity to question the players' views on racism.

Jim Jefferies, manager of Kilmarnock FC, a Patron of the SRTRC campaign in Scotland, said: "I strongly believe that people should be treated equally whatever their ethnic background or country of origin. Kilmarnock FC has supported the red card campaign for many years and our players are happy to support events like this which challenge racism effectively."

"Kilmarnock FC are delighted to be holding the event here again at Ruby Park. We at KFC strongly believe in zero tolerance and feel it is important to instill a positive attitude in children at an early age. It is important that adults lead the way by example, something that all our players and staff at KFC do. Racism is based on ignorance, let's all work together to educate."

SRTRC Campaign coordinator Roddy McNulty said: "Kilmarnock FC is reaffirming today that racism will not be tolerated at the club. Players, fans and young people all have a role to play, not only to kick racism out of the game but also to challenge racist behaviour on the streets and in the schools of Scotland.

We hope that this united message against discrimination echoes round Ayrshire society and beyond."

Source: Show Racism The Red Card