The problem was caused by the change of ferry operators earlier this year, leading to there being only one weekly inter-island sailing.
In order to get the players across, the Guernsey Rugby Academy has chartered three flights, a ferry and four smaller vessels. As a result, more than 480 players, coaches and supporters will be going to Jersey on Saturday.
The adult players, too, have had to charter their own transport for the Siam matches which take place on 3 May.
Junior players have already been put into their teams and the trip will include many who have never represented the island before.
The under-18 squad, the Colts, had a special visitor earlier in the week when Lt-Governor Lt General Richard Cripwell presented them with their match shirts.
A former rugby player himself, the Lt-Governor also gave the team a short motivational speech during his visit.
‘To have close to 500 players, volunteers and supporters travelling with the academy on Saturday is astounding,’ said academy chairwoman Bethan Haines.
‘The travel logistics have been incredibly challenging and it is testament to the determination and hard work of our committee, volunteers and the understanding of supporters that we have been able to ensure the Junior Siam Festival took place at all in 2025.’
She said the academy was grateful to the Guernsey Protea Society, the Guernsey Schools Sports Federation and the Guernsey Rugby Football Club presidents, who supported the travel costs, ensuring the trip was affordable for everyone.
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