Tragedy as young footballer Mason Peddle dies suddenly leaving his family & club devastated
YOUNG footballer Mason Peddle has died suddenly - leaving his family and club devastated.
Mason played for AFC Portchester and captained the under-23 team.
Tributes have already started pouring in for the footballer, who has been described as a "top guy".
Mason's club shared a simple tribute with two hearts, and a photo of him that said: "Our captain."
In another post it wrote: "Everyone at AFC Portchester is shocked and saddened to hear the news of the passing of Mason Peddle - captain of our under-23s side.
"Our thoughts and condolences go out to his family and friends at this difficult time. The club will be doing all it can to support his family."
His manager Mark Dugan added: “Our captain, our teammate and our friend - you will be so, so missed by all at the club, and no more so than by us all at the under-23s.
“Our captain yes, but also a huge character around the club, around the island and surrounding football community.
“As teammate to many his influence was there for all to see and will no doubt be carried on by the many he helped in their footballing journey.
“A true friend to all that met him and a huge loss to everyone. RIP Mason - fly high brother.”
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Other football clubs quickly sent their condolences, too.
Baffins Milton Rovers FC paid tribute.
It wrote on Twitter: "Everyone connected with the club is deeply saddened to hear this devastating news.
"Our thoughts are with Mason’s family, friends and everyone connected with AFC Portchester at this sad time.
"Rest in peace, Mason."
Meon Milton Mens wrote: "Everyone at Meon Milton FC sends their condolences. Our thoughts are with the family and friends.
"Such a top guy he will deeply missed by all."