Marham airman died surrounded by rugby teammates

Senior aircraftsman Scott Stevenson was based at RAF Marham in Norfolk Credit: Facebook / Royal Air Force Rugby League

The family of an airman who died playing rugby for the RAF say he was surrounded by his teammates and doing what he loved most.

Scott Stevenson was a senior aircraftsman based at RAF Marham who played rugby league for the airforce.

The fullback died after suffering a head injury during a match on Friday.

In a tribute released by his family, they said they had taken comfort from knowing he died doing what he loved.

Senior aircraftsman Scott Stevenson was based at RAF Marham in Norfolk Credit: RAF Marham

RAF Marham confirmed SAC Stevenson's death on Monday, September 16.

A spokesman said he was a very popular member of the community and would be sorely missed by everyone who knew him.