THE indoor soccer centre where a 22-year-old Derry sportsman collapsed and later died, has pledged money to a fundraising appeal in his memory.
Kevin King (22), from Eglinton, had been in goals in an indoor game with friends in Campsie on Thursday evening, November 3 when he collapsed.
He received extensive medical treatment at the scene, but was pronounced dead at Altnagelvin Hospital.
The promising Slaughtmanus Gaelic footballer died as a result of the rare heart condition myocardial fibrosis.
The talented soccer player of Tamnaherin Celtic had stopped playing competitive sport in May under medical advice after collapsing during a GAA match in May.
After Mr King's death his family launched an online appeal, raising money for the British Heart Foundation.
To date over £3,000 has been donated since Saturday, including £100 from Campsie Indoor Football.
The fundraising campaign was launched by Kevin's brother Martin who said the family had suffered a "massive loss".
"We are incredibly proud as a family to have called him a son and brother. May his memory live on through those of you who play sport," Martin wrote.
"In memory of Kevin, we would like to start the process of raising funds to help those who research heart conditions such as myocardial fibrosis.
If we could help prevent another family from experiencing the sudden loss of a loved one, it would be a triumph in this time of sadness," he added.
:: To donate to the campaign visit: giftofhope.bhf.org.uk/In-Memory/Kevin-King
