25-05-2025
Charity football match to be held in memory of 'very special' coach
A grassroots football club near Carlisle is set to hold a charity match in memory of a 'very special' coach.
Warwick Wanderers AFC, who are based at Warwick Bridge's Downagate, will host the charity match in aid of the British Heart Foundation on Sunday, May 25.
The match will also be held in memory of former youth coach Kevin Graham, who sadly passed away in September 2022.
In his memory, former Warwick Wanderers players will take on Warwick Wanderers coaches.
Dan Percival is one of the former Warwick Wanderers players who will be taking part in the charity match and explained more about its aims.
He said: "We were all young lads from the local area playing for the Warwick Wanderers Under 12s, and Kevin coached us all the way up to the senior level before we disbanded.
"Unfortunately, Kevin passed away after a heart attack.
"It should be a good event with some good football, we'll have a laugh, and try and raise some awareness for the British Heart Foundation, as well as keeping Kevin's memory alive.
Kevin's family are also set to be involved in the charity match, including his son Lee, who has set up a JustGiving page ahead of the event to try and raise funds for the British Heart Foundation in his father's memory.
At the time of writing, the JustGiving page has raised £190.
He said: "We're coming together at Downagate to celebrate the life of a very special man — Kevin Graham.
"A loving husband, father, grandad, and a dedicated coach, Kev gave over 15 years to Warwick Wanderers, guiding the same group of lads from U16s with unwavering passion, patience, and pride.
If you would like to donate to Lee's JustGiving page, you can HERE
