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Yahoo
31-07-2025
- Sport
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Kendal United reach fourth consecutive County FA trophy final
Kendal United are set to face Appleby in their fourth consecutive Westmorland County FA Invitation Trophy final. This comes after a decisive 4-2 semi-final victory over Cartmel and District at Allithwaite Playing Fields. The first team put in a dominant first-half performance, charging to a 4-0 lead within the first 35 minutes. Kendal United's home ground at Castle Drive is located in Kendal, Cumbria (Image: Kendal United) Goals from James Thornley, Brody Moffatt, Lewis Airey, and Jordan Archer-Nelson sealed the victory early on. Despite a challenging second half, where Cartmel managed to pull two goals back, Kendal United preserved their composure, securing their spot in the final. This victory marks the end of a promising pre-season, with wins over Caton United and Endmoor KGR, and a strong performance against Kendal Town FC. James Pattison, first team manager, said: "I am incredibly proud of the boys for reaching our fourth consecutive final. "The way we started the match was outstanding, playing some excellent football that really showcased what this team is capable of. "Whilst the second half was not quite at the same standard, the important thing is that we got the job done, and we can now look forward to another final." The semi Finals took place on Tuesday, July 22 (Image: Kendal United) Stuart Holden, chairman, highlighted the significance of the achievement. He said: "To reach four consecutive finals demonstrates the consistency and quality that James and his team have built within this squad. "The players have shown tremendous commitment, and this success reflects the positive culture we have established at the club. "We are all looking forward to the final and continuing our excellent momentum into the new season." Kendal United enjoyed a particularly successful season last year, securing promotion to the West Lancashire Football League Division One, winning the Invitation Trophy, and reaching the final of the Westmorland County FA Senior Cup. Pattison, manager, has successfully retained the core group of players from last season's successful campaign while also welcoming back George Key and signing Michael Caulfield. Both players featured in Tuesday's victory and are expected to play important roles in the upcoming season. The team now faces the challenge of competing in the West Lancashire Football League Division One for the first time. Kendal United will begin their new league campaign with an away fixture against Askam United on Saturday, before welcoming supporters to Castle Drive for their first home match on Tuesday, against Slyne.
Telegraph
25-03-2025
- Telegraph
Girl, 10, hit by car on sports pitch died from head injuries
A 10-year-old girl who was hit by a car on a sports pitch during a football training session died from head injuries, an inquest has heard. Manchester United fan Poppy Atkinson died at Kendal Rugby Union Club in Cumbria after a BMW i4 crashed through fencing and landed on the field on March 5. Another girl was also injured. Kirsty Gomersal, the acting coroner for Cumbria, opened and adjourned the inquest into the death of Poppy, whose funeral took place this week in her home town of Kendal. Ms Gomersal said a post mortem found Poppy died from head injuries. Ben and Clare Atkinson, Poppy's parents, did not attend the short hearing, but were represented by Emily Taylor, their solicitor. Poppy, who played with the under-12s team at Kendal United and at county level, was training with other football teams when the incident took place. Cockermouth Coroner's Court heard Poppy's death was confirmed by paramedics at 5.12pm. PC Curtis Westworth attended the Royal Lancashire Infirmary with Poppy's parents the following day, where they formally identified their daughter's body. Cumbria Police are continuing to investigate the incident after a 40-year-old man was arrested on suspicion of causing death by dangerous driving. He was later released from custody. 'The brief circumstances of Poppy's death are well publicised,' Ms Gomersal said. 'Poppy was struck by a car during football training at the Kendal Rugby Union Club, in Kendal, on 5 March, 2025. Her death was confirmed by paramedics at 17.12.' She said: 'I understand police have ongoing enquiries into her death and it is my judgement that I exercise my discretion to suspend the investigation and inquest into Poppy's death until the conclusion of the police enquiries.' Addressing Ms Taylor, the coroner asked the solicitor to pass on her condolences to the young footballer's parents. Outside court, Ms Taylor said: 'I am representing the family as regards to the coronial and civil proceeding, but obviously we know nothing more at this stage.'
BBC News
24-03-2025
- BBC News
Poppy Atkinson's school in Kendal closes for her funeral
The school attended by a 10-year-old girl who was fatally struck by a car on a football pitch is closing for the day of her Atkinson was attending a football training session at Kendal Rugby Club in Cumbria on 5 March when she was hit by the Hutton Church of England School said after speaking to parents, pupils and staff it had decided "it was right that the school does not open on Monday"."We hope that this will enable as many people as possible to pay their respects to Poppy and to be there to help support her family and friends, all of whom who remain in our prayers at this time," a spokesperson said. Poppy's family described her as a "force of nature" whose "passion for football was infectious".She played for Kendal United's U12 girls team and Morecambe girls and was a huge fan of footballers Georgia Stanway, Ella Toone and Kobbie Mainoo. Her school said it was considering honouring Poppy's memory through her love of football."As a school community we all remain heartbroken by the death of our much-loved pupil Poppy Atkinson," a school spokesperson said."Poppy's tremendous footballing talent has been well documented in recent days, and it may be that as a school community we are able to do something in her memory which reflects this. "We would want to ensure that whatever we chose to do in lasting memory of Poppy is what her family would want too and we would liaise with them thoroughly about any such memorial." A 40-year-old man from Lancaster was arrested on suspicion of dangerous driving at the time but has since been released while investigations continue. Follow BBC Cumbria on X, Facebook, Nextdoor and Instagram.
Yahoo
10-03-2025
- Sport
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Thousands raised in Poppy Atkinson appeal
More than £22,000 has been raised in memory of a 10-year-old girl killed when a car crashed on to a pitch where she was playing football. Poppy Atkinson was attending a training session at Kendal Rugby Club, in Cumbria, on Wednesday evening. A 40-year-old man from Lancaster, who was arrested on suspicion of causing death by dangerous driving, has been released while Cumbria Police continues its investigation. Football clubs of all levels paid tribute to the youngster over the weekend with a minute's silence, while Manchester United Women's captain Maya Le Tissier held up a shirt with Poppy's name on it after her side's first goal in their FA Cup victory over Sunderland. An online fundraiser was set up by her uncles Gary Gregory and Thomas Atkinson, with the donated money to be used to cover the costs of a memorial, as well as supporting grassroots football teams across the UK. Poppy's family have described her as "force of nature" who wanted to grow up to be a professional footballer. In a statement released last week, they said: "Many who know her, and who know her determination to improve and win, had no doubt she would achieve her goal to one day to play for Manchester United. "She was so special, she was too good for this world. "Poppy touched so many lives, it was easy to see why, her energy, character, spirit and passion for football was infectious and touched huge numbers of people. "The hole in our lives and so many around us that Poppy leaves is enormous, we will never be whole again." Poppy played for Kendal United's U12 girls team and Morecambe Girls. Kendal United described her as "our much loved player", saying her "love for football shone through to all who met her and she was an inspiration to her teammates". Morecambe FC said she would "always remain part of the Shrimps family". Messages of condolence have also been sent from some of the England Women's team, including Georgia Stanway who is from Barrow. On social media, her fellow Lioness Ella Toone described Poppy's death as "heartbreaking". At the time of the incident, police said there was "no indication" to suggest it had been a deliberate act. An eight-year-old girl, also from Kendal, was taken to hospital for treatment, but her injuries were not life-threatening. Follow BBC Cumbria on X, Facebook, Nextdoor and Instagram. Football clubs pay tribute to Poppy Atkinson Man released in girl's pitch death investigation Girl killed by car on pitch was 'force of nature' Kendal United
Yahoo
09-03-2025
- Entertainment
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European footballing superstars show love for Poppy Atkinson
SOME of the superstars of European football have paid a tribute following the tragic death of 10-year-old Poppy Atkinson from Kendal, led by one of her sporting idols. Bayern Munich's Georgia Stanway, from Barrow, has posted a picture on social media of the her and her teammates holding up a shirt with '10', and 'Poppy posted underneath'. The picture was captioned with the words 'For Poppy with love FC Bayern'. Stanway, cited by Poppy's family as one of her footballing idols alongside fellow England star Ella Toone, and Argentinian legend Lionel Messi, reacted to the death of Poppy at Kendal rugby club on Wednesday. On Thursday, she posted: "Devastating. I'd like to send my love and condolences to the family and all affected. READ MORE: Family pay tribute to 'beautiful and determined' 10-year-old girl "The football world will always remember Poppy and mine and Ella Toone next game will be designated in Poppy's honour." The tribute is the latest in an outpouring of grief for Poppy, as grassroots football clubs across the country marked the passing of the promised Kendal United player with a minute's silence on Saturday.
