Hillsborough Memorial Day
The Hillsborough Disaster was a football tragedy that shook Liverpool to its core. 97 people lost their lives as a result of the disaster. The match took place on 15 April 1989 at Sheffield Wednesday's Hillsborough Stadium. Liverpool FC was set to play against Nottingham Forrest, but after only five minutes of play time the game was brought to an abrupt halt. The results that followed were devastating for those affected that day.
Ever since the event, families of the bereaved and survivors led a tireless campaign to bring justice to Liverpool fans who were blamed for the incident.
'In 2012 the High Court quashed the original accidental death verdicts and ordered new inquests, which would go on to become the longest-running in British legal history.
On April 26, 2016, the jury returned verdicts of unlawful killing in relation to each Hillsborough victim, vindicating all those who fought so courageously for the truth for so long.
Our thoughts are always with those who continue to be affected by the tragedy and the 97 supporters who will never, ever be forgotten.' - Liverpool FC.
Our very own 'Non-BUCs Team of the Year 2023' LJMU Dance team choreographed a memorial piece to commemorate Hillsborough, and has touched many hearts. The choreographer, Amelia Humphreys, told us;
'the concept has always been close to my family and it only seemed fitting to let (the team) tell the story and represent our city. I can proudly say that we did Liverpool proud. The dancers portrayed the story like true professionals and showed the talent that LJMU Dance team upholds'.
The team performed this piece at numerous nationwide competitions; from Manchester to Dundee and finally their home terf here in Liverpool and won many trophies. You can watch the performance on our Instagram.
We are proud to have a team of scouse, and honourary scouse, LJMU students who took this piece with seriousness, sensitivity and caution.
Justice for the 97. You'll never walk alone.
