The tragic death of 21-year-old Chichester City forward Billy Vigar has rocked the footballing community.
Perhaps none more so than former Eastbourne Borough boss Mark Beard, who also lost his brother, ex-Liverpool Women's manager Matt Beard, just six days ago.
Mark was among those to pay tribute to Vigar, a graduate of Arsenal's academy, who suffered a 'significant brain injury' during a match last week. The forward was placed in an induced coma after colliding with a concrete wall while trying to keep the ball in play.
On Thursday Chichester, who have postponed their weekend game against Lewes, announced with 'great sadness' that the youngster had succumbed to his injuries.