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Padel for a Purpose: In Memory of Anita 💛
On 8 January 2026, tragically our much-loved Anita took her own life after a short battle with breast cancer.
Anita was a devoted wife, mum, mother-in-law, sister and aunt, but those words only begin to describe what she meant to those around her. Her warmth, personality and love for others left a lasting impression on so many, and her loss has been felt not only by her family and friends, but throughout the wider community.
This cause is incredibly close to our hearts at Triex. Anita was family to key members of our team, including her son-in-law Mark, our Managing Director, and her loss has been deeply felt throughout the business.
In Anita's memory, we want to turn an incredibly difficult time into something positive by bringing our local business community together to support The Hummingbird Project NI – a local organisation providing mental health support to people when they need it most.
Our hope is that the funds raised will help support vital services for those experiencing mental health struggles or crisis, as well as the families supporting them.
🎾Padel for a Purpose
On Friday 4 September, we're taking over Powerhouse Padel in Coleraine and bringing local businesses together for a charity padel competition in Anita's memory.💛
📍 The key details
📅 Date: Friday 4 September
⏰ Time: 10am–2pm
📍 Venue: Powerhouse Padel, Coleraine
🎾 Teams: Four players per business, competing as two doubles pairs
🏆 Format: 15-minute matches, with each pair guaranteed at least three matches
☕ Refreshments: Tea, coffee and snacks provided throughout the day
📣 Sponsorship opportunities: Businesses can also support the event through sponsorship, with sponsor banners displayed around the courts
🚶♀️ The Culbertson family will also be completing a 5-mile coastal walk on Sunday 6 September in Anita's memory, making this a very special weekend of fundraising for The Hummingbird Project NI.
💛 Thank you to every business, sponsor, player and individual who is helping us make this possible and supporting a cause that means so much to us.
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