{"id":25396,"date":"2025-04-09T17:07:02","date_gmt":"2025-04-09T17:07:02","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/usdailys.com\/?p=25396"},"modified":"2025-04-09T17:07:02","modified_gmt":"2025-04-09T17:07:02","slug":"18-year-old-soccer-player-volunteer-tragically-dies-just-six-weeks-after-his-father","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/usdailys.com\/?p=25396","title":{"rendered":"18-Year-Old Soccer Player &#038; Volunteer Tragically Dies Just Six Weeks After His Father"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p class=\"ContentRenderer_paragraph__B2z36 ContentRenderer_paragraph-first___d_VF\">A Northern Ireland community is reeling after the loss of a young athlete and beloved volunteer, just weeks after his family endured another tragedy.<\/p>\n<div>\n<div class=\"adv\">\n<div class=\"Ad-Container AdvInTextBuilder_slot-wrapper___Oz3G\">\n<div class=\"AdvTitle_wrap__c0mSw\">\n<p class=\"ContentRenderer_paragraph__B2z36\">\u00d3r\u00e1n McConville, an 18-year-old from Rathfriland, County Down, died in a car crash on the Kilkeel Road in Hilltown during the early hours of Saturday, April 5, 2025. The promising young soccer player and devoted volunteer passed away at the scene, leaving behind a community heartbroken by yet another devastating blow to his family.<\/p>\n<div>\n<div class=\"Embed_wrapper__UQbow\">\n<div class=\"EmbedFacebook_embed-facebook-container__Q860l\">\n<div>\n<div class=\"fb-post fb_iframe_widget\" data-href=\"https:\/\/www.facebook.com\/story.php?story_fbid=1176298840955978&amp;id=100057276205399&amp;mibextid=wwXIfr&amp;rdid=l66ac7JmN6m8Qcxa&amp;mWidth=350&amp;mHeight=636&amp;dWidth=600&amp;dHeight=748#\" data-testid=\"story\"><iframe loading=\"lazy\" class=\"\" title=\"fb:post Facebook Social Plugin\" src=\"https:\/\/www.facebook.com\/v14.0\/plugins\/post.php?app_id=493078077833106&amp;channel=https%3A%2F%2Fstaticxx.facebook.com%2Fx%2Fconnect%2Fxd_arbiter%2F%3Fversion%3D46%23cb%3Df213d6c04fb6d74b3%26domain%3Dondoho.com%26is_canvas%3Dfalse%26origin%3Dhttps%253A%252F%252Fondoho.com%252Ff28b7ee66784871ee%26relation%3Dparent.parent&amp;container_width=600&amp;href=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.facebook.com%2Fstory.php%3Fstory_fbid%3D1176298840955978%26id%3D100057276205399%26mibextid%3DwwXIfr%26rdid%3Dl66ac7JmN6m8Qcxa%26mWidth%3D350%26mHeight%3D636%26dWidth%3D600%26dHeight%3D748%23&amp;locale=en_US&amp;sdk=joey\" name=\"faa9091a276215684\" width=\"1000px\" height=\"1000px\" frameborder=\"0\" scrolling=\"no\" allowfullscreen=\"allowfullscreen\" data-testid=\"fb:post Facebook Social Plugin\"><\/iframe><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div>\n<p class=\"ContentRenderer_paragraph__B2z36\">Police confirmed that \u00d3r\u00e1n was a passenger in a Volkswagen Golf that\u00a0<a class=\"Link_link__PUK08 Link_link__2Di7A\" href=\"https:\/\/www.thesun.ie\/news\/15007832\/tributes-gaa-star-down-crash-funeral-oran-mcconville\/?utm_source=chatgpt.com#:~:text=%C3%93r%C3%A1n%20McConville%2C%2018,by%20police.\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" aria-label=\"https:\/\/www.thesun.ie\/news\/15007832\/tributes-gaa-star-down-crash-funeral-oran-mcconville\/?utm_source=chatgpt.com#:~:text=%C3%93r%C3%A1n%20McConville%2C%2018,by%20police.\"><u>crashed<\/u><\/a>\u00a0before 2 a.m. The driver, also 18, was arrested. Now, the soccer player is being remembered not only for his sporting achievements but for his generosity and impact on the community.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<div>\n<div class=\"adv\">\n<div class=\"Ad-Container AdvInTextBuilder_slot-wrapper___Oz3G\">\n<div class=\"AdvTitle_wrap__c0mSw\"><span class=\"AdvTitle_text__UoNsa\">Advertisement<\/span><\/div>\n<div class=\"Ad-Container AdvSlots_adv-square-wrap__va0pf AdvSlots_adv-square-wrap__xHoym\">\n<div class=\"AdvSlots_adv-square__246sC\" data-slot-type=\"1\" data-position=\"in_article_2\" data-code=\"\/23282174040\/d_ondoho_com_intext_02\">\n<div id=\"in_article_2\" class=\"AdvSlots_slot__YAMh2\"><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div>\n<p class=\"ContentRenderer_paragraph__B2z36\">Drumgath GAC, the local soccer club, posted a condolence note on their social media. &#8220;\u00d3r\u00e1n\u2019s sudden death has left our entire club and wider community in deep shock and sorrow,&#8221; they\u00a0<a class=\"Link_link__PUK08 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href=\"https:\/\/www.facebook.com\/story.php?story_fbid=1176298840955978&amp;id=100057276205399&amp;mibextid=wwXIfr&amp;rdid=l66ac7JmN6m8Qcxa#\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" aria-label=\"https:\/\/www.facebook.com\/story.php?story_fbid=1176298840955978&amp;id=100057276205399&amp;mibextid=wwXIfr&amp;rdid=l66ac7JmN6m8Qcxa#\"><u>revealed<\/u><\/a>\u00a0the added pain given his family&#8217;s previous losses, &#8220;This tragedy is made all the more poignant as it comes just six weeks after the passing of his father, Paddy, and 16 years after the heartbreaking loss of his sister, Rachael.&#8221;<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<div>\n<div class=\"Embed_wrapper__UQbow\">\n<div class=\"EmbedFacebook_embed-facebook-container__Q860l\">\n<div>\n<div class=\"fb-page fb_iframe_widget\" 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Beyond athletics, \u00d3r\u00e1n&#8217;s legacy extended to volunteerism. He helped at C\u00fal Camps, earning the admiration of children for his kindness and playful nature.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<div>\n<div class=\"adv\">\n<div class=\"Ad-Container AdvInTextBuilder_slot-wrapper___Oz3G\">\n<div class=\"AdvTitle_wrap__c0mSw\"><span class=\"AdvTitle_text__UoNsa\">Advertisement<\/span><\/div>\n<div class=\"Ad-Container AdvSlots_adv-square-wrap__va0pf AdvSlots_adv-square-wrap__xHoym\">\n<div class=\"AdvSlots_adv-square__246sC\" data-slot-type=\"1\" data-position=\"in_article_4\" data-code=\"\/23282174040\/d_ondoho_com_intext_04\">\n<div id=\"in_article_4\" class=\"AdvSlots_slot__YAMh2\">\n<div id=\"google_ads_iframe_\/23282174040\/d_ondoho_com_intext_04_0__container__\"><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div>\n<div class=\"Embed_wrapper__UQbow\">\n<div class=\"EmbedFacebook_embed-facebook-container__Q860l\">\n<div>\n<div class=\"fb-post fb_iframe_widget\" data-href=\"https:\/\/www.facebook.com\/photo.php?fbid=475859818204322&amp;set=pb.100073409241127.-2207520000&amp;type=3&amp;mWidth=350.0000305175781&amp;mHeight=438&amp;dWidth=600&amp;dHeight=646\" data-testid=\"photo\"><iframe loading=\"lazy\" class=\"\" title=\"fb:post Facebook Social Plugin\" src=\"https:\/\/www.facebook.com\/v14.0\/plugins\/post.php?app_id=493078077833106&amp;channel=https%3A%2F%2Fstaticxx.facebook.com%2Fx%2Fconnect%2Fxd_arbiter%2F%3Fversion%3D46%23cb%3Df6b9eb93b70d7be95%26domain%3Dondoho.com%26is_canvas%3Dfalse%26origin%3Dhttps%253A%252F%252Fondoho.com%252Ff28b7ee66784871ee%26relation%3Dparent.parent&amp;container_width=600&amp;href=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.facebook.com%2Fphoto.php%3Ffbid%3D475859818204322%26set%3Dpb.100073409241127.-2207520000%26type%3D3%26mWidth%3D350.0000305175781%26mHeight%3D438%26dWidth%3D600%26dHeight%3D646&amp;locale=en_US&amp;sdk=joey\" name=\"f3850455b1898f723\" width=\"1000px\" height=\"1000px\" frameborder=\"0\" scrolling=\"no\" allowfullscreen=\"allowfullscreen\" data-testid=\"fb:post Facebook Social Plugin\"><\/iframe><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div>\n<p class=\"ContentRenderer_paragraph__B2z36\">Last year, he traveled to Kenya on a volunteer mission with St. Mark&#8217;s, showing compassion far beyond his hometown. The club said he always had time for people, whether they were young or old. They also mentioned he was warm, respectful, and quietly charming.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<div>\n<p class=\"ContentRenderer_paragraph__B2z36\">\u00d3r\u00e1n&#8217;s mother, Amanda McConville, and his brother, Sh\u00e9a McConville, survive him, and the soccer team has offered them their complete support. In their final words, the club expressed gratitude for the joy, happiness, and recollections shared, emphasizing that he would always be remembered.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<div>\n<div class=\"adv\">\n<div class=\"Ad-Container AdvInTextBuilder_slot-wrapper___Oz3G\">\n<div class=\"AdvTitle_wrap__c0mSw\"><span class=\"AdvTitle_text__UoNsa\">Advertisement<\/span><\/div>\n<div class=\"Ad-Container AdvSlots_adv-square-wrap__va0pf AdvSlots_adv-square-wrap__xHoym\">\n<div class=\"AdvSlots_adv-square__246sC\" data-slot-type=\"1\" data-position=\"in_article_1\" data-code=\"\/23282174040\/d_ondoho_com_intext_01\">\n<div id=\"in_article_1-0\" class=\"AdvSlots_slot__YAMh2\">\n<div id=\"google_ads_iframe_\/23282174040\/d_ondoho_com_intext_01_1__container__\"><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div>\n<div class=\"Embed_wrapper__UQbow\">\n<div class=\"EmbedFacebook_embed-facebook-container__Q860l\">\n<div>\n<div class=\"fb-post fb_iframe_widget\" data-href=\"https:\/\/www.facebook.com\/photo.php?fbid=203407325449574&amp;set=pb.100073409241127.-2207520000&amp;type=3&amp;mWidth=350.0000305175781&amp;mHeight=541&amp;dWidth=600&amp;dHeight=853\" data-testid=\"photo\"><iframe loading=\"lazy\" class=\"\" title=\"fb:post Facebook Social Plugin\" src=\"https:\/\/www.facebook.com\/v14.0\/plugins\/post.php?app_id=493078077833106&amp;channel=https%3A%2F%2Fstaticxx.facebook.com%2Fx%2Fconnect%2Fxd_arbiter%2F%3Fversion%3D46%23cb%3Df14eb8b16f3662690%26domain%3Dondoho.com%26is_canvas%3Dfalse%26origin%3Dhttps%253A%252F%252Fondoho.com%252Ff28b7ee66784871ee%26relation%3Dparent.parent&amp;container_width=600&amp;href=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.facebook.com%2Fphoto.php%3Ffbid%3D203407325449574%26set%3Dpb.100073409241127.-2207520000%26type%3D3%26mWidth%3D350.0000305175781%26mHeight%3D541%26dWidth%3D600%26dHeight%3D853&amp;locale=en_US&amp;sdk=joey\" name=\"fe4237b292e605109\" width=\"1000px\" height=\"1000px\" frameborder=\"0\" scrolling=\"no\" allowfullscreen=\"allowfullscreen\" data-testid=\"fb:post Facebook Social Plugin\"><\/iframe><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div>\n<p class=\"ContentRenderer_paragraph__B2z36\">In addition to his role in soccer, the young man worked with several community-focused organizations. FunFit Sports paused all its operations to honor his memory, and in their condolence note, they described him as a natural coach who built confidence and joy in every child he met.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<div>\n<p class=\"ContentRenderer_paragraph__B2z36\">&#8220;His manners, warmth, and kindness were evident in everything he did,&#8221; they\u00a0<a class=\"Link_link__PUK08 Link_link__2Di7A\" href=\"https:\/\/www.facebook.com\/photo?fbid=706791921681562&amp;set=a.240181961675896&amp;locale=en\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" aria-label=\"https:\/\/www.facebook.com\/photo?fbid=706791921681562&amp;set=a.240181961675896&amp;locale=en\"><u>wrote<\/u><\/a>, also calling him a friend to all. 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We are working closely with the police in order that their investigation establishes the full facts of what&#8217;s happened.&#8221;<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<div>\n<p class=\"ContentRenderer_paragraph__B2z36\">Izaiah&#8217;s untimely passing is particularly poignant as another heartbreaking incident involving 11-year-old Kaliyah Coa, who went missing in the River Thames, unfolded just days later.\u00a0<a class=\"Link_link__PUK08 Link_link__2Di7A\" href=\"https:\/\/www.bbc.com\/news\/articles\/c98gy68y3e9o\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" aria-label=\"https:\/\/www.bbc.com\/news\/articles\/c98gy68y3e9o\"><u>According to<\/u><\/a>\u00a0the Met, a &#8220;recovery mission&#8221; remains underway in her case.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<div>\n<div class=\"Embed_wrapper__UQbow\">\n<div class=\"EmbedFacebook_embed-facebook-container__Q860l\">\n<div>\n<div class=\"fb-page fb_iframe_widget\" data-href=\"https:\/\/www.facebook.com\/share\/p\/1XJbx3BUjF\/?mWidth=350&amp;mHeight=610&amp;dWidth=600&amp;dHeight=610\" data-testid=\"page\"><iframe loading=\"lazy\" class=\"\" title=\"fb:page Facebook Social Plugin\" src=\"https:\/\/www.facebook.com\/v14.0\/plugins\/page.php?app_id=493078077833106&amp;channel=https%3A%2F%2Fstaticxx.facebook.com%2Fx%2Fconnect%2Fxd_arbiter%2F%3Fversion%3D46%23cb%3Df0f422ad1f92e4ff7%26domain%3Dondoho.com%26is_canvas%3Dfalse%26origin%3Dhttps%253A%252F%252Fondoho.com%252Ff28b7ee66784871ee%26relation%3Dparent.parent&amp;container_width=600&amp;href=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.facebook.com%2Fshare%2Fp%2F1XJbx3BUjF%2F%3FmWidth%3D350%26mHeight%3D610%26dWidth%3D600%26dHeight%3D610&amp;locale=en_US&amp;sdk=joey\" name=\"f70d990dc66b2ff75\" width=\"1000px\" height=\"1000px\" frameborder=\"0\" scrolling=\"no\" allowfullscreen=\"allowfullscreen\" data-testid=\"fb:page Facebook Social Plugin\"><\/iframe><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div>\n<div class=\"adv\">\n<div class=\"Ad-Container AdvInTextBuilder_slot-wrapper___Oz3G\">\n<div class=\"AdvTitle_wrap__c0mSw\"><span class=\"AdvTitle_text__UoNsa\">Advertisement<\/span><\/div>\n<div class=\"Ad-Container AdvSlots_adv-square-wrap__va0pf AdvSlots_adv-square-wrap__xHoym\">\n<div class=\"AdvSlots_adv-square__246sC\" data-slot-type=\"1\" data-position=\"in_article_2\" data-code=\"\/23282174040\/d_ondoho_com_intext_02\">\n<div id=\"in_article_2-5\" class=\"AdvSlots_slot__YAMh2\">\n<div id=\"google_ads_iframe_\/23282174040\/d_ondoho_com_intext_02_2__container__\"><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div>\n<p class=\"ContentRenderer_paragraph__B2z36\">The late teen&#8217;s educational institution, Kingsdale Foundation School, and the wider community have been left heartbroken in the wake of Izaiah&#8217;s passing.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<div>\n<p class=\"ContentRenderer_paragraph__B2z36\">In a letter addressed to parents, guardians, and carers, Headteacher Steve Morrison\u00a0<a class=\"Link_link__PUK08 Link_link__2Di7A\" href=\"https:\/\/s3-eu-west-1.amazonaws.com\/sh22-kingsdalefoundationschool-org-uk\/media\/downloads\/izaiahsmithswimmingtragedyatbeckenhamplaceparkfridat4thapril2025.pdf\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" aria-label=\"https:\/\/s3-eu-west-1.amazonaws.com\/sh22-kingsdalefoundationschool-org-uk\/media\/downloads\/izaiahsmithswimmingtragedyatbeckenhamplaceparkfridat4thapril2025.pdf\"><u>extended heartfelt thanks<\/u><\/a>\u00a0for the &#8220;kind words and ongoing support at this very difficult time,&#8221; 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A book of condolence has been made available on school grounds and will remain open throughout the holiday period and beyond. &#8220;Those who have expressed a wish to leave flowers, cards and tributes for the family can also do so,&#8221; the letter\u00a0<a class=\"Link_link__PUK08 Link_link__2Di7A\" href=\"https:\/\/s3-eu-west-1.amazonaws.com\/sh22-kingsdalefoundationschool-org-uk\/media\/downloads\/izaiahsmithswimmingtragedyatbeckenhamplaceparkfridat4thapril2025.pdf\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" aria-label=\"https:\/\/s3-eu-west-1.amazonaws.com\/sh22-kingsdalefoundationschool-org-uk\/media\/downloads\/izaiahsmithswimmingtragedyatbeckenhamplaceparkfridat4thapril2025.pdf\"><u>states<\/u><\/a>.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<div>\n<p class=\"ContentRenderer_paragraph__B2z36\">Morrison clarified that students and parents may contact the school for support via an email address he attached with the statement.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<div>\n<div class=\"Embed_wrapper__UQbow\">\n<div class=\"EmbedTwitter_embed-twitter-container__WCsCP\" data-testid=\"embed-twitter tweet\">\n<div>\n<div>\n<div class=\"twitter-tweet twitter-tweet-rendered\"><iframe id=\"twitter-widget-3\" class=\"\" title=\"X Post\" src=\"https:\/\/platform.twitter.com\/embed\/Tweet.html?dnt=false&amp;embedId=twitter-widget-3&amp;features=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%3D%3D&amp;frame=false&amp;hideCard=false&amp;hideThread=true&amp;id=1909007409386782924&amp;lang=en&amp;origin=https%3A%2F%2Fondoho.com%2F454980-18-year-old-soccer-player-and-volunteer.html&amp;sessionId=cf86446612b2ba6bf69e7bc29d1f9f607118ddb9&amp;theme=light&amp;widgetsVersion=2615f7e52b7e0%3A1702314776716&amp;width=550px\" frameborder=\"0\" scrolling=\"no\" allowfullscreen=\"allowfullscreen\" data-tweet-id=\"1909007409386782924\"><\/iframe><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div>\n<div class=\"adv\">\n<div class=\"Ad-Container AdvInTextBuilder_slot-wrapper___Oz3G\">\n<div class=\"AdvTitle_wrap__c0mSw\"><span class=\"AdvTitle_text__UoNsa\">Advertisement<\/span><\/div>\n<div class=\"Ad-Container AdvSlots_adv-square-wrap__va0pf AdvSlots_adv-square-wrap__xHoym\">\n<div class=\"AdvSlots_adv-square__246sC\" data-slot-type=\"1\" data-position=\"in_article_4\" data-code=\"\/23282174040\/d_ondoho_com_intext_04\">\n<div id=\"in_article_4-7\" class=\"AdvSlots_slot__YAMh2\">\n<div id=\"google_ads_iframe_\/23282174040\/d_ondoho_com_intext_04_2__container__\"><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div>\n<p class=\"ContentRenderer_paragraph__B2z36\">The headteacher also relayed a message from Izaiah&#8217;s family, describing it as one that echoed the sentiments of the entire Kingsdale community.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<div>\n<p class=\"ContentRenderer_paragraph__B2z36\">The family began their statement by\u00a0<a class=\"Link_link__PUK08 Link_link__2Di7A\" href=\"https:\/\/s3-eu-west-1.amazonaws.com\/sh22-kingsdalefoundationschool-org-uk\/media\/downloads\/izaiahsmithswimmingtragedyatbeckenhamplaceparkfridat4thapril2025.pdf\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" aria-label=\"https:\/\/s3-eu-west-1.amazonaws.com\/sh22-kingsdalefoundationschool-org-uk\/media\/downloads\/izaiahsmithswimmingtragedyatbeckenhamplaceparkfridat4thapril2025.pdf\"><u>saying<\/u><\/a>, &#8220;It is with profound sorrow that we share the passing of our beloved Izaiah; 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As a rising soccer talent, he devoted himself to constant growth on and off the field.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<div>\n<div class=\"adv\">\n<div class=\"Ad-Container AdvInTextBuilder_slot-wrapper___Oz3G\">\n<div class=\"AdvTitle_wrap__c0mSw\"><span class=\"AdvTitle_text__UoNsa\">Advertisement<\/span><\/div>\n<div class=\"Ad-Container AdvSlots_adv-square-wrap__va0pf AdvSlots_adv-square-wrap__xHoym\">\n<div class=\"AdvSlots_adv-square__246sC\" data-slot-type=\"1\" data-position=\"in_article_1\" data-code=\"\/23282174040\/d_ondoho_com_intext_01\">\n<div id=\"in_article_1-8\" class=\"AdvSlots_slot__YAMh2\">\n<div id=\"google_ads_iframe_\/23282174040\/d_ondoho_com_intext_01_3__container__\"><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div>\n<p class=\"ContentRenderer_paragraph__B2z36\">The family\u00a0<a class=\"Link_link__PUK08 Link_link__2Di7A\" href=\"https:\/\/s3-eu-west-1.amazonaws.com\/sh22-kingsdalefoundationschool-org-uk\/media\/downloads\/izaiahsmithswimmingtragedyatbeckenhamplaceparkfridat4thapril2025.pdf\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" aria-label=\"https:\/\/s3-eu-west-1.amazonaws.com\/sh22-kingsdalefoundationschool-org-uk\/media\/downloads\/izaiahsmithswimmingtragedyatbeckenhamplaceparkfridat4thapril2025.pdf\"><u>described<\/u><\/a>\u00a0his legacy as one of &#8220;love, perseverance, and the joy he brought to every moment and everyone.&#8221; The loved ones also acknowledged the overwhelming support from the community in the days following his death,\u00a0<a class=\"Link_link__PUK08 Link_link__2Di7A\" href=\"https:\/\/s3-eu-west-1.amazonaws.com\/sh22-kingsdalefoundationschool-org-uk\/media\/downloads\/izaiahsmithswimmingtragedyatbeckenhamplaceparkfridat4thapril2025.pdf\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" aria-label=\"https:\/\/s3-eu-west-1.amazonaws.com\/sh22-kingsdalefoundationschool-org-uk\/media\/downloads\/izaiahsmithswimmingtragedyatbeckenhamplaceparkfridat4thapril2025.pdf\"><u>sharing<\/u><\/a>\u00a0that they have been &#8220;deeply comforted by the outpouring of love and support during this unimaginable time.&#8221;<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<div>\n<div class=\"Embed_wrapper__UQbow\">\n<div class=\"EmbedFacebook_embed-facebook-container__Q860l\">\n<div>\n<div class=\"fb-page fb_iframe_widget\" data-href=\"https:\/\/www.facebook.com\/share\/p\/14We8uNtMP\/?mWidth=350&amp;mHeight=635&amp;dWidth=600&amp;dHeight=635\" data-testid=\"page\"><iframe loading=\"lazy\" class=\"\" title=\"fb:page Facebook Social Plugin\" src=\"https:\/\/www.facebook.com\/v14.0\/plugins\/page.php?app_id=493078077833106&amp;channel=https%3A%2F%2Fstaticxx.facebook.com%2Fx%2Fconnect%2Fxd_arbiter%2F%3Fversion%3D46%23cb%3Dfbf862155d5533361%26domain%3Dondoho.com%26is_canvas%3Dfalse%26origin%3Dhttps%253A%252F%252Fondoho.com%252Ff28b7ee66784871ee%26relation%3Dparent.parent&amp;container_width=600&amp;href=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.facebook.com%2Fshare%2Fp%2F14We8uNtMP%2F%3FmWidth%3D350%26mHeight%3D635%26dWidth%3D600%26dHeight%3D635&amp;locale=en_US&amp;sdk=joey\" name=\"f9139c67ee80f2a06\" width=\"1000px\" height=\"1000px\" frameborder=\"0\" scrolling=\"no\" allowfullscreen=\"allowfullscreen\" data-testid=\"fb:page Facebook Social Plugin\"><\/iframe><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div>\n<p class=\"ContentRenderer_paragraph__B2z36\">To honor Izaiah&#8217;s memory, his family invited those who feel moved to do so to contribute toward funeral and bereavement expenses,\u00a0<a class=\"Link_link__PUK08 Link_link__2Di7A\" href=\"https:\/\/s3-eu-west-1.amazonaws.com\/sh22-kingsdalefoundationschool-org-uk\/media\/downloads\/izaiahsmithswimmingtragedyatbeckenhamplaceparkfridat4thapril2025.pdf\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" aria-label=\"https:\/\/s3-eu-west-1.amazonaws.com\/sh22-kingsdalefoundationschool-org-uk\/media\/downloads\/izaiahsmithswimmingtragedyatbeckenhamplaceparkfridat4thapril2025.pdf\"><u>adding<\/u><\/a>, &#8220;Each gesture will help us create a fitting tribute to celebrate his remarkable but short life and the light he shared with the world.&#8221;<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<div>\n<div class=\"adv\">\n<div class=\"Ad-Container AdvInTextBuilder_slot-wrapper___Oz3G\">\n<div class=\"AdvTitle_wrap__c0mSw\"><span class=\"AdvTitle_text__UoNsa\">Advertisement<\/span><\/div>\n<div class=\"Ad-Container AdvSlots_adv-square-wrap__va0pf AdvSlots_adv-square-wrap__xHoym\">\n<div class=\"AdvSlots_adv-square__246sC\" data-slot-type=\"1\" data-position=\"in_article_2\" data-code=\"\/23282174040\/d_ondoho_com_intext_02\">\n<div id=\"in_article_2-9\" class=\"AdvSlots_slot__YAMh2\">\n<div id=\"google_ads_iframe_\/23282174040\/d_ondoho_com_intext_02_3__container__\"><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div>\n<p class=\"ContentRenderer_paragraph__B2z36\">They also encouraged anyone wishing to leave messages, memories, or condolences to do so through Kingsdale Foundation School, where their words\u00a0<a class=\"Link_link__PUK08 Link_link__2Di7A\" href=\"https:\/\/s3-eu-west-1.amazonaws.com\/sh22-kingsdalefoundationschool-org-uk\/media\/downloads\/izaiahsmithswimmingtragedyatbeckenhamplaceparkfridat4thapril2025.pdf\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" aria-label=\"https:\/\/s3-eu-west-1.amazonaws.com\/sh22-kingsdalefoundationschool-org-uk\/media\/downloads\/izaiahsmithswimmingtragedyatbeckenhamplaceparkfridat4thapril2025.pdf\"><u>could become<\/u><\/a>\u00a0&#8220;a lasting comfort to our family as we navigate this loss.&#8221; In closing, the family reiterated their gratitude to those who have already offered their support,\u00a0<a class=\"Link_link__PUK08 Link_link__2Di7A\" href=\"https:\/\/s3-eu-west-1.amazonaws.com\/sh22-kingsdalefoundationschool-org-uk\/media\/downloads\/izaiahsmithswimmingtragedyatbeckenhamplaceparkfridat4thapril2025.pdf\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" aria-label=\"https:\/\/s3-eu-west-1.amazonaws.com\/sh22-kingsdalefoundationschool-org-uk\/media\/downloads\/izaiahsmithswimmingtragedyatbeckenhamplaceparkfridat4thapril2025.pdf\"><u>writing<\/u><\/a>, &#8220;Your love has been a beacon of strength and light in our darkest hours.&#8221;<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<div>\n<div class=\"Embed_wrapper__UQbow\">\n<div class=\"EmbedFacebook_embed-facebook-container__Q860l\">\n<div>\n<div class=\"fb-page fb_iframe_widget\" data-href=\"https:\/\/www.facebook.com\/share\/p\/1C4B9rqH62\/?mWidth=350&amp;mHeight=549&amp;dWidth=600&amp;dHeight=549\" data-testid=\"page\"><iframe loading=\"lazy\" class=\"\" title=\"fb:page Facebook Social Plugin\" src=\"https:\/\/www.facebook.com\/v14.0\/plugins\/page.php?app_id=493078077833106&amp;channel=https%3A%2F%2Fstaticxx.facebook.com%2Fx%2Fconnect%2Fxd_arbiter%2F%3Fversion%3D46%23cb%3Df077319de8532999f%26domain%3Dondoho.com%26is_canvas%3Dfalse%26origin%3Dhttps%253A%252F%252Fondoho.com%252Ff28b7ee66784871ee%26relation%3Dparent.parent&amp;container_width=600&amp;href=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.facebook.com%2Fshare%2Fp%2F1C4B9rqH62%2F%3FmWidth%3D350%26mHeight%3D549%26dWidth%3D600%26dHeight%3D549&amp;locale=en_US&amp;sdk=joey\" name=\"f2b831b0205f2131e\" width=\"1000px\" height=\"1000px\" frameborder=\"0\" scrolling=\"no\" allowfullscreen=\"allowfullscreen\" data-testid=\"fb:page Facebook Social Plugin\"><\/iframe><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div>\n<p class=\"ContentRenderer_paragraph__B2z36\">Anchored within Izaiah&#8217;s family&#8217;s tribute is a link to a\u00a0<a class=\"Link_link__PUK08 Link_link__2Di7A\" href=\"https:\/\/www.gofundme.com\/f\/izaiah-smith\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" aria-label=\"https:\/\/www.gofundme.com\/f\/izaiah-smith\"><u>GoFundMe page<\/u><\/a>. Titled &#8220;In Loving Memory of Izaiah,&#8221; the fundraiser was launched by Cara Gbemew on behalf of the parents of children and staff at Kingsdale Foundation School to assist Izaiah&#8217;s grieving family.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<div>\n<div class=\"adv\">\n<div class=\"Ad-Container AdvInTextBuilder_slot-wrapper___Oz3G\">\n<div class=\"AdvTitle_wrap__c0mSw\"><span class=\"AdvTitle_text__UoNsa\">Advertisement<\/span><\/div>\n<div class=\"Ad-Container AdvSlots_adv-square-wrap__va0pf AdvSlots_adv-square-wrap__xHoym\">\n<div class=\"AdvSlots_adv-square__246sC\" data-slot-type=\"1\" data-position=\"in_article_3\" data-code=\"\/23282174040\/d_ondoho_com_intext_03\">\n<div id=\"in_article_3-10\" class=\"AdvSlots_slot__YAMh2\">\n<div id=\"google_ads_iframe_\/23282174040\/d_ondoho_com_intext_03_3__container__\"><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div>\n<p class=\"ContentRenderer_paragraph__B2z36\">The campaign&#8217;s message\u00a0<a class=\"Link_link__PUK08 Link_link__2Di7A\" href=\"https:\/\/www.gofundme.com\/f\/izaiah-smith\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" aria-label=\"https:\/\/www.gofundme.com\/f\/izaiah-smith\"><u>reads<\/u><\/a>, &#8220;We would like to raise funds in honour [sic] of Izaiah Smith who was sadly taken from many loved ones on Friday the 4th Of April. 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Accompanying the page is a black-and-white photo of Izaiah with his eyes gently closed and a peaceful expression on his face. The image appears to be set against the backdrop of a dimly lit soccer field \u2014 a poignant reflection of the boy he was and the sport he loved.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<div>\n<div class=\"adv\">\n<div class=\"Ad-Container AdvInTextBuilder_slot-wrapper___Oz3G\">\n<div class=\"AdvTitle_wrap__c0mSw\"><span class=\"AdvTitle_text__UoNsa\">Advertisement<\/span><\/div>\n<div class=\"Ad-Container AdvSlots_adv-square-wrap__va0pf AdvSlots_adv-square-wrap__xHoym\">\n<div class=\"AdvSlots_adv-square__246sC\" data-slot-type=\"1\" data-position=\"in_article_4\" data-code=\"\/23282174040\/d_ondoho_com_intext_04\">\n<div id=\"in_article_4-11\" class=\"AdvSlots_slot__YAMh2\">\n<div id=\"google_ads_iframe_\/23282174040\/d_ondoho_com_intext_04_3__container__\"><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div>\n<p class=\"ContentRenderer_paragraph__B2z36\">What began as a modest goal of approximately $3,817.94 (\u00a33,000) has been met with an overwhelming response. As of now, 545 donations have poured in, pushing the total amount raised to about $15,751.53 (\u00a312,377) \u2014 more than quadrupling the original target. This generosity reflects a community eager to wrap Izaiah&#8217;s family in care, love, and financial relief as they process an unimaginable loss.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<div>\n<div class=\"Embed_wrapper__UQbow\">\n<div>\n<div>\n<div><iframe src=\"https:\/\/if-cdn.com\/Gu5JCZH?_showcaption=false&amp;app=1\" allowfullscreen=\"allowfullscreen\"><\/iframe><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div>\n<p class=\"ContentRenderer_paragraph__B2z36\">The wave of grief following Izaiah&#8217;s passing has extended beyond his family, school, and immediate community, reaching into the broader world of youth football. Dorking Wanderers Football Club (FC), one of the clubs with which Izaiah was affiliated,\u00a0<a class=\"Link_link__PUK08 Link_link__2Di7A\" href=\"https:\/\/www.facebook.com\/DorkingWanderersFC\/posts\/pfbid02qnQkbAYTWfCBPte7kMBPXMnUbqnsxX9NctL8e57HhgKRsvhy7Yb6HfoER9ctnQgpl\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" aria-label=\"https:\/\/www.facebook.com\/DorkingWanderersFC\/posts\/pfbid02qnQkbAYTWfCBPte7kMBPXMnUbqnsxX9NctL8e57HhgKRsvhy7Yb6HfoER9ctnQgpl\"><u>expressed sorrow<\/u><\/a>\u00a0over the devastating loss of one of their own.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<div>\n<p class=\"ContentRenderer_paragraph__B2z36\">In a public tribute shared on Facebook, the club\u00a0<a class=\"Link_link__PUK08 Link_link__2Di7A\" href=\"https:\/\/www.facebook.com\/DorkingWanderersFC\/posts\/pfbid02qnQkbAYTWfCBPte7kMBPXMnUbqnsxX9NctL8e57HhgKRsvhy7Yb6HfoER9ctnQgpl\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" aria-label=\"https:\/\/www.facebook.com\/DorkingWanderersFC\/posts\/pfbid02qnQkbAYTWfCBPte7kMBPXMnUbqnsxX9NctL8e57HhgKRsvhy7Yb6HfoER9ctnQgpl\"><u>dubbed<\/u><\/a>\u00a0Izaiah a &#8220;hugely popular and talented young man,&#8221; emphasizing his profound impact on those around him. The message underscored the tragedy of his passing, noting the difficulty in finding words to capture the weight of such a loss.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<div>\n<div class=\"adv\">\n<div class=\"Ad-Container AdvInTextBuilder_slot-wrapper___Oz3G\">\n<div class=\"AdvTitle_wrap__c0mSw\"><span class=\"AdvTitle_text__UoNsa\">Advertisement<\/span><\/div>\n<div class=\"Ad-Container AdvSlots_adv-square-wrap__va0pf AdvSlots_adv-square-wrap__xHoym\">\n<div class=\"AdvSlots_adv-square__246sC\" data-slot-type=\"1\" data-position=\"in_article_1\" data-code=\"\/23282174040\/d_ondoho_com_intext_01\">\n<div id=\"in_article_1-12\" class=\"AdvSlots_slot__YAMh2\">\n<div id=\"google_ads_iframe_\/23282174040\/d_ondoho_com_intext_01_4__container__\"><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div>\n<div><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div>\n<div class=\"Embed_wrapper__UQbow\">\n<div class=\"EmbedFacebook_embed-facebook-container__Q860l\">\n<div>\n<div class=\"fb-post fb_iframe_widget\" data-href=\"https:\/\/www.facebook.com\/DorkingWanderersFC\/posts\/pfbid02qnQkbAYTWfCBPte7kMBPXMnUbqnsxX9NctL8e57HhgKRsvhy7Yb6HfoER9ctnQgpl?mWidth=350&amp;mHeight=497&amp;dWidth=600&amp;dHeight=497\" data-testid=\"post\"><iframe loading=\"lazy\" class=\"\" title=\"fb:post Facebook Social Plugin\" src=\"https:\/\/www.facebook.com\/v14.0\/plugins\/post.php?app_id=493078077833106&amp;channel=https%3A%2F%2Fstaticxx.facebook.com%2Fx%2Fconnect%2Fxd_arbiter%2F%3Fversion%3D46%23cb%3Df08d3b6b7ffdad47a%26domain%3Dondoho.com%26is_canvas%3Dfalse%26origin%3Dhttps%253A%252F%252Fondoho.com%252Ff28b7ee66784871ee%26relation%3Dparent.parent&amp;container_width=600&amp;href=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.facebook.com%2FDorkingWanderersFC%2Fposts%2Fpfbid02qnQkbAYTWfCBPte7kMBPXMnUbqnsxX9NctL8e57HhgKRsvhy7Yb6HfoER9ctnQgpl%3FmWidth%3D350%26mHeight%3D497%26dWidth%3D600%26dHeight%3D497&amp;locale=en_US&amp;sdk=joey\" name=\"f195314b4e93628d8\" width=\"1000px\" height=\"1000px\" frameborder=\"0\" scrolling=\"no\" allowfullscreen=\"allowfullscreen\" data-testid=\"fb:post Facebook Social Plugin\"><\/iframe><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div>\n<p class=\"ContentRenderer_paragraph__B2z36\">Dorking Wanderers FC also extended heartfelt condolences to Izaiah&#8217;s loved ones while promising to offer support in any way they can to those affected. Among the many organizations impacted by Izaiah&#8217;s passing is the Starz Elite Development Academy (SEDA), where he was a cherished member of the U16s team.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<div>\n<p class=\"ContentRenderer_paragraph__B2z36\">In a moving tribute, the academy described their collective heartbreak,\u00a0<a class=\"Link_link__PUK08 Link_link__2Di7A\" href=\"https:\/\/www.facebook.com\/sedamanagement\/posts\/pfbid0WCWv5Cod8d8jBnwasX3V5aoe24ZKgt79AjRWordFmCBo2LRaKsoz7uz6J3bSXtXcl\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" aria-label=\"https:\/\/www.facebook.com\/sedamanagement\/posts\/pfbid0WCWv5Cod8d8jBnwasX3V5aoe24ZKgt79AjRWordFmCBo2LRaKsoz7uz6J3bSXtXcl\"><u>noting<\/u><\/a>\u00a0that they were mourning the loss of a talented player and a &#8220;bright light within our programme [sic].&#8221; The academy&#8217;s message\u00a0<a class=\"Link_link__PUK08 Link_link__2Di7A\" href=\"https:\/\/www.facebook.com\/sedamanagement\/posts\/pfbid0WCWv5Cod8d8jBnwasX3V5aoe24ZKgt79AjRWordFmCBo2LRaKsoz7uz6J3bSXtXcl\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" aria-label=\"https:\/\/www.facebook.com\/sedamanagement\/posts\/pfbid0WCWv5Cod8d8jBnwasX3V5aoe24ZKgt79AjRWordFmCBo2LRaKsoz7uz6J3bSXtXcl\"><u>remembered<\/u><\/a>\u00a0Izaiah as a constant presence at training \u2014 someone who would arrive with &#8220;the most adorable smile&#8221; and\u00a0<a class=\"Link_link__PUK08 Link_link__2Di7A\" href=\"https:\/\/www.facebook.com\/sedamanagement\/posts\/pfbid0WCWv5Cod8d8jBnwasX3V5aoe24ZKgt79AjRWordFmCBo2LRaKsoz7uz6J3bSXtXcl\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" aria-label=\"https:\/\/www.facebook.com\/sedamanagement\/posts\/pfbid0WCWv5Cod8d8jBnwasX3V5aoe24ZKgt79AjRWordFmCBo2LRaKsoz7uz6J3bSXtXcl\"><u>light up the room<\/u><\/a>\u00a0with his &#8220;huge character and infectious energy.&#8221;<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<div>\n<div class=\"adv\">\n<div class=\"Ad-Container AdvInTextBuilder_slot-wrapper___Oz3G\">\n<div class=\"AdvTitle_wrap__c0mSw\"><span class=\"AdvTitle_text__UoNsa\">Advertisement<\/span><\/div>\n<div class=\"Ad-Container AdvSlots_adv-square-wrap__va0pf AdvSlots_adv-square-wrap__xHoym\">\n<div class=\"AdvSlots_adv-square__246sC\" data-slot-type=\"1\" data-position=\"in_article_2\" data-code=\"\/23282174040\/d_ondoho_com_intext_02\">\n<div id=\"in_article_2-13\" class=\"AdvSlots_slot__YAMh2\"><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div>\n<div class=\"Embed_wrapper__UQbow\">\n<div class=\"EmbedFacebook_embed-facebook-container__Q860l\">\n<div>\n<div class=\"fb-post fb_iframe_widget\" data-href=\"https:\/\/www.facebook.com\/photo.php?fbid=983395657183059&amp;set=pb.100065379016454.-2207520000&amp;type=3&amp;mWidth=350&amp;mHeight=573&amp;dWidth=600&amp;dHeight=723\" data-testid=\"photo\"><iframe loading=\"lazy\" class=\"\" title=\"fb:post Facebook Social Plugin\" src=\"https:\/\/www.facebook.com\/v14.0\/plugins\/post.php?app_id=493078077833106&amp;channel=https%3A%2F%2Fstaticxx.facebook.com%2Fx%2Fconnect%2Fxd_arbiter%2F%3Fversion%3D46%23cb%3Dfc564d4f36de108ee%26domain%3Dondoho.com%26is_canvas%3Dfalse%26origin%3Dhttps%253A%252F%252Fondoho.com%252Ff28b7ee66784871ee%26relation%3Dparent.parent&amp;container_width=600&amp;href=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.facebook.com%2Fphoto.php%3Ffbid%3D983395657183059%26set%3Dpb.100065379016454.-2207520000%26type%3D3%26mWidth%3D350%26mHeight%3D573%26dWidth%3D600%26dHeight%3D723&amp;locale=en_US&amp;sdk=joey\" name=\"fa9f01921ef21a36e\" width=\"1000px\" height=\"1000px\" frameborder=\"0\" scrolling=\"no\" allowfullscreen=\"allowfullscreen\" data-testid=\"fb:post Facebook Social Plugin\"><\/iframe><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div>\n<p class=\"ContentRenderer_paragraph__B2z36\">Beyond his talent on the field, he was praised for his respectful nature, consistent kindness, and consideration to all coaches and staff. 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