Promising footballer Declan Bingham dies suddenly in 'tragic accident'

dailystar.co.uk:

A promising footballer, Declan Bingham, has sadly passed away.The Aussie soccer star has suddenly died in what’s being called a 'tragic accident.' The player's father, Troy, shared the news on social media, with the Erie Sports Centre, whose owner also died, sharing the information too.The father's statement read: "Rest in peace Declan Bingham and Sheldon VanDeventer.

It is with the heaviest of hearts that I confirm the loss yesterday of my partner and my son due to a tragic accident. The impact is immense and we are busy dealing with the grief. " Declan had a bright future in football, having played for Australian side Magic United on the Gold Coast and also for The Erie Commodores in Pennsylvania.

Magic posted a heartwarming tribute to the player. They wrote: "Magic United would like to pass on our deepest condolences to the Bingham Family.

Declan Bingham tragically passed away in an accident. Declan has over the years played for various age groups at Magic and, more recently, the senior Men's team."Meanwhile, Erie Commodores, his current side, wrote: "The Erie Commodores are deeply saddened to announce the passing of Commodores player Declan Bingham, and one of the Erie Sports Center owners, Sheldon van Deventer, due to a tragic accident."Declan’s former school Gannon University said: "Our prayers are with Declan and Sheldon's family and friends during this difficult time. “An online user claiming to have known the sportsman and the owner of Erie Sports wrote: "I worked with both of them regularly, their friendship will be sorely missed.