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Coventry Sphinx offer 'pay what you want' entry this weekend as part of charity fundraising efforts

Coventry Sphinx offer 'pay what you want' entry this weekend as part of charity fundraising efforts

Admission to Coventry Sphinx's NPL Midlands Division fixture against Long Eaton United this Saturday will be on a 'pay what you want' basis, as part of their fundraising efforts for the Cameron Slater Charity.

Already-relegated Coventry have nominated their final home game of the season to raise awareness of the charity, and their efforts to identify heart risk in young people.

 

Rather than paying for usual admission, supporters can instead make a donation to the charity instead.

 

The fundraiser follows on from efforts earlier this season which saw the club rename their home ground the Cameron Slater Arena for a game against Lincoln United, raising further awareness of the life-saving work the charity continues to do.

 

On 13 March, 2024, Cameron Slater passed away peacefully in his sleep, at just 23 years of age.

 

After a normal day at work and a game of darts with his friends, Cameron went to bed as normal, like he did every other night. Only he never woke up.

 

A loving son, a devoted brother, an adoring boyfriend, and a loyal friend to so many, Cameron’s family have since set up a memorial fund to help CRY (Cardiac Risk in the Young), with the aim of funding a screening for young people within the local community.

 

CRY helps reduce the frequency of young sudden cardiac death through awareness, screening and research, as well as supporting affected families.

 

If you wanted to donate now, please click here: https://www.c-r-y.org.uk/ cameron-slater/