A TOURNAMENT in memory of a teenager who tragically lost his life in January has been hailed a huge success.
Arron Bridger, 18, of Dormston Close, died when the car he was driving left the Coventry Highway and collided with a tree.
He left behind his parents Michelle and Pete, and brothers Ryan and Jack.
A football tournament was held in Arron’s name on April 24 at Arrow Vale’s Astro pitches. The event, organised by family friend Tim Laffan, was to raise money to put towards a headstone for Arron.
Tim said: “The tournament was a massive success, we couldn’t have asked for it to be any better.
“We have raised £1,600 pound so far, and we also have a number items for auction. Hopefully after the auction we can make the final figure nearer £2,000, which would be fantastic.”
Arron attended Dingleside and Ipsley middle schools and Kingsley College before going to NEW College, where he was a doing a two-year National Diploma in sports. His aim had been to study for a sports degree at university.
Friends and family described Arron as a polite teenager who would help anyone he could, and loved life.
He had a passion for football, which was why Tim decided to organise the tournament.
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