In 2012, Chris Dyson, a friend and former team mate sadly took his own life. This came as a shock to those that knew him and was a devastating blow to his wife, children, parents and brother. To compound this further, his father Phil, took his own life shortly afterwards.

As this year marks what would have been his 40th Birthday, now seems like a better time than any to celebrate his life whilst raising awareness and crucial funds for charities to prevent others unnecessarily ended their own life and getting the support they need.

To do this we are arranging a charity football match, bringing together players and school friends from many years ago, and arranging a charity evening event to follow. Businesses and individuals are lending their time and resources or providing financial support to make this event a success and maximise the money raised for charity.

Following the deaths of Chris and his father, his mum has taken up a role with The Samaritans and dedicates her time to educate and prevent further occurrences of the sadness both her and her family have endured. So, it seems fitting that the proceeds of our event goes to The Samaritans.