West Ham United has sadly announced the death of 15-year-old Oscar Fairs, a talented goalkeeper for the club’s Under-15 Academy team, following a courageous battle with cancer. The heartbreaking news has deeply affected the club, with tributes pouring in to honor the young player’s memory.
A Devastating Loss
Oscar Fairs was a promising goalkeeper admired not only for his talent on the field but also for his character off it. West Ham’s sporting director, Mark Noble, issued a heartfelt statement, expressing the club’s grief and offering condolences to Oscar’s family during this unimaginable time.
“Oscar was adored by everyone at the Academy,” Noble shared. “Not only was he a great goalkeeper, he was a true Hammer and a fantastic young person. He was friendly, happy, well-mannered, and polite, with a bright future ahead of him. It is unimaginably devastating that he has been taken from his family and friends at such a young age.”
Honoring Oscar’s Memory
As a mark of respect, all West Ham Academy fixtures scheduled for the weekend have been postponed. This includes the PL2 Under-21 match against Stoke City. Noble emphasized the club’s commitment to ensuring that Oscar’s legacy endures:
“We will ensure that his name is never forgotten at West Ham United. The club will share plans to pay tribute to Oscar in due course.”
Supporting the Fairs Family
Noble also extended the club’s deepest sympathies to Oscar’s parents, Natalie and Russell, and his brother Harry, while requesting privacy for the grieving family.
“The thoughts and sincere condolences of everyone at the club are with Oscar’s family. Rest in peace, brave Oscar.”
A Weekend of Reflection
While the senior team prepares to play Bournemouth on Monday evening, the academy’s pause serves as a moment of reflection for the club. The postponement of matches allows teammates, staff, and the West Ham community to honor Oscar’s memory and support those closest to him.
Oscar Fairs leaves behind a legacy of hope, talent, and inspiration, and he will forever be remembered as a cherished part of the West Ham family.
SOURCE: Goal.com
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