Tributes pour in to Newcastle fan who collapsed and suddenly died on football pitch

dailystar.co.uk:

Tributes have been paid to a footballer who died while playing for his local over forties club over the weekend.Darren Scott, 40, took to the field for Cobblers Hall FC over 40s on Saturday, February 12, as they played against South Shields Catholic Club, but was struck down by a sudden and unexpected medical emergency and was pronounced dead at the scene.His family, friends, and the football community have been left "shocked" and "devastated" by his sudden and tragic death.He leaves behind his wife Donna and his children Declan, 17, Noah, 15 and Layna, nine.The sportsman, who was a loyal Newcastle United fan, loved playing football, coachin ga local under 15s club and spending time with his family.Darren Scott has been described as a devoted husband, father and committed youth football coach.In the aftermath of his death, his family and friends have released a joint statement.It says: "He was an amazing man.

Darren was a loyal friend and husband, devoted father, supportive coach, a genuinely great man who gave so much to so many."Football played an important part in Darren's life.

He dedicated much of his time coaching Newton Aycliffe Youth Eagles Under 15s, supporting his children in following their dreams Declan and Noah are both exceptionally skilled and accomplished players - he was so proud of them both."His daughter, Layna runs for Newton Aycliffe and has just been chosen to run in the regional team something Daz was buzzin' about.

She will be running competitively in March."Darren would be the first to help others. Family, friends, and the football community have been left shocked and devastated by his sudden and tragic death.