The Hawks and Saints will battle it out this week for the Blue Ribbon Cup, with the Club keen to keep the Cup at the Ricoh Centre having won the match last year.

Established in 1999, the Blue Ribbon Cup is played in memory of two Victoria Police officers Sergeant Gary Silk, a Hawthorn member, and Senior Constable Rodney Miller, a Richmond supporter, who were killed in the line of duty at Moorabbin in August 1998.

All players who participate in the game will be presented with a silver commemorative medal featuring the Victoria Police badge surrounded by the words “Blue Ribbon Cup - Hawks v Saints”. A gold version of this medal will be presented to the player voted best on ground from each club.

As a mark of respect for the Victoria Police officers who have been killed in the line of duty, players and on-field officials will wear reflective blue and white checkered armbands.

For more information about the Blue Ribbon Foundation visit remember.org.au