Household, associates and the native soccer fraternity teamed up on the weekend for a particular fundraiser in reminiscence of a much-loved Lanarkshire lad.
The fourth annual Alex Lindsay Cup pulled in an unbelievable £6000 whereas elevating important consciousness of psychological ill-health in younger males.
The charity soccer match honours the reminiscence of 18-year-old Motherwell FC fan Alexander Iain Bonomy Lindsay who took his personal life at his East Kilbride dwelling on July 8, 2018.
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Every year the favored occasion focuses on psychological well being, and for the primary 12 months, the funds raised will go on to Adored - a brand new charity arrange by Alex's household.
The charity plans to make use of donations to fund psychological well being retreats.
Alex's mother and father Jill and Robbie are additionally within the technique of commissioning a wishing effectively in Alex’s identify at St James Retail Park to signpost individuals to psychological well being charities and organisations the place they will get assist.
Organised by shut good friend and trustee of Adored, Jack Smith, Saturday's occasion was the largest but, with 200 gamers in 20 groups turning out to mark the apprentice mechanic's passing in a seven-a-side group knockout type match at his former faculty, Calderglen Excessive.
Making their debut, EK Thistle Colts lifted the winner’s trophy after beating Cambuslang Rangers 1-0 within the ultimate.
Bonomy FC - an novice East Kilbride soccer membership arrange in Alex's identify which Adored now sponsors - had been on the prime of their group however had been put out the semi-finals by the winners on penalties.
Afterwards an after occasion was held at East Kilbride Sports activities Membership to thank all those that took half and rejoice Alex’s life.
Jack stated: "It was an incredible day - it is the largest turnout we have ever had.
"Soccer was an enormous factor for Alex, he went recurrently to look at Motherwell play, and that is how we keep in mind him."
Alex’s mum, Jill, stated the match "as at all times" was an incredible success.
"The usual of play was phenomenal, which at all times makes for an thrilling ultimate", she stated.
“It was fabulous to have groups taking part in from additional afield - the extra individuals who become involved the extra lives we are able to assist.
“With out Jack Smith’s drive, dedication, tenacity and unquestionable organisational abilities, this match wouldn't go forward.
“I'll at all times be exceptionally happy with my boy Alex, however I'm additionally deeply happy with Jack and all of the boys who've continued to make sure Alex’s reminiscence is saved alive.
“The charity is now ready to concentrate on serving to in a means that we really feel could have a optimistic influence on younger males affected by psychological well being points.”
Bonomy FC would be the first group of younger males that may participate in a two day retreat on life teaching and optimistic thoughts set, run by Alan Syme from No Limits Life Teaching.
Jill stated: “We hope that this can be a optimistic expertise for the group and we'll use the suggestions to tell our subsequent steps.”
The organisers of the Alex Lindsay Cup wish to thank the workers at Calderglen Excessive for his or her continued assist in operating the occasion, and East Kilbride Sports activities Membership for his or her hospitality internet hosting Alex's family and friends for some stay music and a raffle after the match.
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