Latest news with #JoeRobbins
Metro
30-06-2025
- Metro
Cricket club heroes praised after trying to save children from collapsed tree
A cricket club has been lauded for their bravery after members sprinted off the field to help lift a tree that collapsed on five children in a park. Families were enjoying the warm weather in Chalkwell Park in Southend-on-Sea when a tree suddenly collapsed, striking the group. A seven-year-old girl was killed, three other children were injured, and a six-year-old girl is still in 'very serious' condition after the tragedy. A GoFundMe page has been set up for the young girl killed in the tragic accident and has currently raised over £23,000. Local community members jumped into action after the tree, which witnesses said was held up by metal poles 'for years', suddenly fell. Spokesperson for Westcliff-on-Sea Cricket Club, Tom Clark, told Metro the team didn't see the children before the incident, but quickly ran over to help. 'The area was behind our clubhouse and is busy with lots of families and children around,' he said. 'Between 50 to 60 people were involved in lifting the tree: players, spectators, members from Westcliff-on-Sea Cricket club, Old Brentwoods Cricket Club, Leigh-on-Sea Cricket Club and Redbridge Cricket Club, along with members of the public. 'It was a harrowing experience for all involved, with not only the sight of the children but the cries from the parents as well. 'Everyone reacted without hesitation and did all they could to help the children, including performing CPR and assisting the emergency services who were on the scene quickly and took control of the rescue effort.' First team captain of Westcliff Cricket Club member Joe Robbins, said on Facebook: 'It's absolutely heartbreaking as a parent of two young girls to see what happened, and mine and the whole club's hearts go out to the parents of those children involved. 'I want to comment on the unbelievable heroism of the members at the club and our first 11 members who sprinted off the field to attend and do their best to help, and to all of those who assisted and provided for the amazing emergency services who were at the scene. 'All of us at Westcliff Cricket Club are heartbroken by what's happened, and we pass on our regards to the families involved. Have to say those police officers at the scene were a credit to Essex Police, as well as all of the emergency services.' The club also released an official statement, reading: 'Everyone at Westcliff-on-Sea Cricket Club is devastated to learn the news about the young girl who passed away at Chalkwell Park on Saturday afternoon. More Trending 'Our condolences and thoughts go out to the little girl's family. We cannot begin to imagine the pain they must be going through. Our best wishes are with the remaining casualties, and we can only hope they pull through.' Chief Superintendent Leighton Hammett said: 'It's not lost on me how traumatic it must have been for the members of the public who witnessed this awful incident. 'Across a matter of moments, many of them went from enjoying the warm summer weather to rushing to the aid of strangers without a second thought. 'They showed the best of Southend today, and I'm sorry this update does not bring them more positive news.' Get in touch with our news team by emailing us at webnews@ For more stories like this, check our news page. MORE: Tree that killed girl, 7, and badly hurt another 'was propped up by metal poles' MORE: Traffic delays on M25 after multi-vehicle crash MORE: Second miracle of 11A after another Brit was booked onto Air India plane but had to change flights
Yahoo
20-05-2025
- Sport
- Yahoo
Steelers sign 3 following rookie minicamp, release RB
Cornerback Max Hurleman #37 of the Notre Dame Fighting Irish runs downfield on punt coverage during the Penn State Nittany Lions versus Notre Dame Fighting Irish College Football Playoff Semifinal at the Capital One Orange Bowl on January 9, 2025, at Hard Rock Stadium in Miami Gardens, Florida. | Photo by Joe Robbins/Icon Sportswire via Getty Images The Steelers announced a flurry of roster moves Monday, signing three players following rookie minicamp tryouts and releasing running back Aaron Shampklin to make room. The signings are former Notre Dame running back Max Hurleman, former Ohio State and Indianapolis Colts running back Trey Sermon, and former Lindenwood offensive lineman Gareth Warren. Advertisement The Sermon signing was previously reported. Hurleman, although announced as a running back, has worn a number of hats over his football career. Listed as a cornerback at Notre Dame, he largely played on special teams, logging snaps on coverage units and also returning punts. Before transferring to the Fighting Irish, he played four years at Colgate: three as a running back and one at wide receiver. The 5'11, 202-pound athlete ran a 4.68-second 40-yard dash at his pro day along with a 36' vertical and 13 reps on the bench press. In 2024, he recorded 13 total tackles and 23 punt returns with a six-yard average. Over his Colgate career, he recorded 814 rushing yards on 194 attempts, 80 receptions for 841 yards, and four touchdowns. Advertisement Warren, listed at 6'6, 328 pounds, started 36 games in college at left guard and left tackle. He was a first-team all-conference selection in 2024, helping the Lindenwood Lions rush for a conference-leading 173.7 yards per game. More from
