I can't imagine why anyone would "do" a March of Remembrance and Hope unless it were because the purpose inspired him. And unless you truly wish to participate, I doubt you will be much of addition to the march. I am unclear about the connection of the motorbike - is it incidental or a "reward?" Nor is it obvious to me that the march and playing rugby are in any way inconsistent (except that you won't be playing rugby while on the march, obviously). If you have a good reason for participating in the march, then speak privately with your coach(es) and discuss the implications. Unless you are playing at a VERY high competitive standard, I would expect the coaches to encourage you to follow your sincere desire. Once you are straight on your decision, you can/should explain it to your teammates. If Israel Folau can take time off for mission, I am sure you can manage a few weeks travel for a good purpose. If, however, the choice that confounds you is between a motorbike and playing rugby, well, I certainly would NOT raise that with your coach. He will pretty surely feel that you already have made your decision, and it is against rugby as a long-term commitment. But you already knew all this, right? Mark l.
do the march, get the motorbike, get back to rugby. win win.
