Footballer Cameron Beckles ‘vital however steady’ after collapsing on pitch
Non-league footballer Cameron Beckles is in a “critical but stable” situation in hospital after collapsing on the pitch.
Beckles, who performs for Kent-based membership Corinthian FC within the Southern Counties East Football League, fell to the ground throughout the first half of their Kent Senior Trophy match away at Larkfield & New Hythe on Saturday (November 25).
The match was deserted whereas the 20-year-old’s well being was prioritised, with an announcement offering an replace on Monday. Posted by Corinthian on social media, it learn: “The management, players and in particular the physios of both sides acted swiftly and with complete professionalism and we offer our thanks to Larkfield for this.
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“Cam was taken by ambulance to Maidstone Hospital after which transferred to a London hospital for surgical procedure on Saturday night time. He then required additional surgical procedure on Sunday afternoon and he’s presently in a steady however vital situation and can proceed to be monitored carefully over the subsequent 48 hours.
“All of our thoughts and prayers are with Cam and his family, and we as a football club continue to support them in any way we can.”
They added that the match, which was 1-1 at half-time earlier than being known as off, shall be replayed at a later date, whereas this coming weekend’s fixture towards Stansfield has additionally been postponed.
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Manager Michael Golding echoed the emotions of his membership, writing: “The most heartbreaking few days, but nothing compared to what Cam and his family must be going through.
“All my ideas are with you Cam. An enormous thanks and my full admiration to @amycollinsAC and @LNHFC1961 physio in addition to Pete Burke for the way they dealt with the state of affairs.”
Beckles’ former club Croydon, meanwhile, sent their best wishes. “All at @Croydon_FC wish to want Cameron Beckles a speedy restoration. Our ideas and prayers to you and your loved ones,” they responded.