Hinkley player dies on pitch

[Scot Munroe]

Hinckley United's Matt Gadsby died after collapsing on the pitch during a Conference North game on Saturday.
The 27-year-old defender fell to the ground with no-one near him during the first half of their game at Harrogate.

A statement from Hinckley chairman Kevin Downes said: "This is an absolute tragedy and our thoughts are with Matthew's family and friends."

Gadsby joined Hinckley on a free in the summer from Forest Green having started his career at Walsall as a trainee.

He also played for Mansfield Town and Kidderminster Harriers.

Downes continued: "Incidents like this put everything into perspective and no-one can quite come to terms with what has happened.

"The medics were on the pitch within seconds and their treatment was first-class and they did everything they could along with the staff at the hospital which was next door to the ground.

"Matthew had made a big impact on the football club during his time at the Marston's Stadium and he will be sadly missed by everyone."

Gadsby joined Hinckley on a one-year contract this summer and leaves behind a young daughter and wife Sarah.

Hinckley's match away to Moor Green on Tuesday night has been postponed as a mark of respect.

very sad to hear about it last night on 606. My respects go to hinkley and Matt gadsby family.

[Northern Red]

Not a good day in the football injuries:
http://news.bbc.co.uk/sport1/hi/football/scot_div_1/5325314.stm

Hamilton's Scottish First Division match against Clyde was abandoned after 75 minutes following "an extremely serious injury" to Accies' Ross McCabe.
The 18-year-old was taken to hospital after being treated on the pitch for 20 minutes after a blow to his neck.
"It had blocked his airway and it was very worrying for everybody when the ambulance had to go on the pitch," said Struthers.
It is thought a blow to the area of his windpipe in a challenge with Clyde striker Doug Imrie caused his heart to suddenly stop.
A defibrillator was used to revive the youngster who is expected to make a full recovery.