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Matthew Price managed the U16 side of 2010/11. He died on May 24th 2011 at the age of 27 two weeks after the Under 16s final game of the season in tragically unexpected circumstances while training at his gym. The Under 16 squad travelled to Milford Haven on June 4th to attend his funeral.
Matthew photographed (on extreme right back row) with his U16 side and Doug on 3/5/11
You can see the team's season under Matthew by clicking here
Matthew's Mum sent this note to Siân at the start of July 2011.
Dear Mrs Williams
I am writing to thank you and HPR for your kind words and tributes, also the photo of the u16's in respect of Matthew. I would like to thank the u16's for attending Matthews funeral, although i was unable to speak to them. Matthew always spoke highly of the squad and we laughed when Matthew commented on the height and size of the boys and I understand now from the photo, they look older than the u16's, more like an older squad, could pass for a mans team. As you are aware one of the donations in lieu of flowers for Matthew is going to HPR u16's which i know Matthew would have wanted. the fund will be closed shortly and I will arrange for the monies to be sent. I hope the monies raised will perhaps be used for a new kit and possibly a trophy in memory of Matthew ie. Managers player. If this is in keeping with yourselves Once again i owuld like to thankyou and the club for giving Matthew the oppotunity to work with the Rangers. I cannot accept at this moment that my dear son has left this world, but I know tha he will be carrying on his work and watching over us all,
Elaine Marshallsay (Matthew's mum)
Obituary Published June 22nd 2011
The death occurred in Roath, Cardiff of Mr Matthew John Price formerly of Milford Haven on May 24th. He was 27. During his working life he worked as a teacher in Fitzalan High School, Cardiff. He was a former captain of Herbrandston Football Club and played Sunday league for Roath Park Galaxy. He was a graduate in sports management at UWIC, and was beginning his PGCE qualification in September in Hereford. He always supported promising young footballers at Inspiresport which took youngsters on tour abroad. He was also a coach with Heath Park Rangers under 16's. He was dedicated to both his home team and clubs in Cardiff. Matthew was a loyal, lovely, infectious character who in an unassuming way touched so people's lives. He was a caring person and was always smiling. The family left to mourn and principal mourners were Elaine Marshallsay (mother); Gareth Marshallsay (brother); Emma Griffiths (partner); Peter Price (father); Julian Marshallsay (brother); Clive Marshallsey (brother); Natalie Marshallsay (sister); Jodie Griffiths (sister); Eileen Kingston (grandmother); Joyce Price (grandmother); Paul and Babs Kingston (uncle and aunty); Rhian Kingston (cousin); Andrew Kingston (cousin); Christine and Phil Davies (cousin); Jo Marie Davies (cousin); Charles Wind (cousin); Allan and Linda Price (uncle and aunty); Patricia Davies (aunty); Karl and Neil Davies (cousin); Shelley, Lyndsey and Allen (cousins), including also relatives from Swansea, Barry and Cardiff, plus Mr and Mrs M Griffiths. The service was held at St Francis Church, Milford Haven and was attended by a large gathering of over 700 people including representatives from Cardiff School and football teams from Cardiff and across Pembrokeshire. Tributes were read out at the service by Ollie West (friend), Karl Davies (cousin), Charles Wind (cousin) and Allen Price (uncle). This was followed by internment at Milford Haven Cemetery and was officiated by Father J Bautista. Donations in lieu of flowers for Heath Park Rangers Under 16's and Disability Sport Wales Pembrokeshire can be sent to Mr M Galdo, 8 Havens Park, Herbrandston, Milford Haven SA73 3SH.
May 25th 2011: Special Note from Siân Williams Club Chairperson
Matthew Price
I felt great sadness and shock when I heard that our present u16 coach Matthew Price ("Pricey") died unexpectedly last night at the age of 27. At such a young age this tragic event it is hard to fathom. He was an extremely fit guy, a present Welsh League footballer and promising teacher who would soon starting teacher-training in Hereford after finishing a year as an assistant teacher with Fitzalan High School. He was hoping to continue coaching the current u16 boys and take them up to Youth Level next season. He will be hugely missed within HPR and I know I speak for the boys and parents who had contact with him when I say he was such a great guy, had such a good rapport with the boys / parents and coaches that he came into contact with. I know this not only from him being being one of my coaches within HPR, but personally too, as my son is part of the u16's squad. The present u16's are saddened and shocked that he has died so so suddenly.
Matt's funeral will be on Saturday 4th June 11am at St Francis Church, Milford Haven
From the BBC site.
Tributes after death of Fitzalan teacher Matthew Price
Tributes have been paid to a 27-year-old Cardiff PE teacher who has died after collapsing during a gym workout. Matthew Price, originally from Pembrokeshire, was taken ill while running on a treadmill. Pupils from Mr Price's school, Fitzalan High School, have left tributes on social networking websites calling him a "great teacher". The cause of death is being investigated, including whether he had any undetected health problems. Head teacher Cath Bradshaw said: "Mr Price was a highly respected member of staff at Fitzalan High School who always contributed fully to school life."He enjoyed running an after-school football team which achieved significant success in local competitions.Many of his colleagues also considered themselves as his friend. This has come as a shock to the whole school community and he will be sorely missed by all staff and pupils at Fitzalan. Our thoughts are with his family at this difficult time." Many pupils have also left tributes on Facebook. One wrote: "A wonderful teacher that was loved by everyone has passed away in a gym. I have never seen my whole school this upset." Mr Price, originally from Herbrandston, played football for Cardiff side Roath Park Galaxy and coached the Heath Park Rangers under-16 team.Galaxy club secretary Adam Jenkins said: "He was a sound guy.
Fittest players
"He was funny and he was always the life and soul of the party, always getting people together, just a good friend really." He said Mr Price was one of the fittest players at the club. "He played for us twice a week and went to the gym four or five times a week so it was a massive shock to everyone," he said. He added there were plans for a testimonial game in Mr Price's memory between Galaxy and his former club in Pembrokeshire. A spokeswoman for South Wales Police said: "We are treating the death as non suspicious and are preparing a file for the coroner." A spokeswoman for Cardiff coroner's office said: "We are aware of the death and the cause of death is currently being investigated."
Tributes Received
Matt
Posted on 30/5/2011 at 08:42:11 PM by Llanrumney utd u 16
On behalf of all at Llanrumney utd u 16s we send our condolences .
Matthew Price
Posted on 27/5/2011 at 10:17:02 PM by Ely Rangers U16`s
On behalf of all at Ely Rangers u 16`s squad and management please pass our sincere condolences to Matthew's family, friends and everyone that knew him.
Matt
Posted on 27/5/2011 at 05:11:08 PM by Clare, Tony and Ben Jones
So sad. He was a role model to the boys, kind and always positive. He is a credit to his family
Matthew Price
Posted on 27/5/2011 at 04:31:00 PM by Ian Herbert
On behalf of all of last year's Urdd under 16 squad and management please pass our sincere condolences to Matthew's family, friends and everyone that knew him. Terribly sad news!
Matt
Posted on 26/5/2011 at 10:02:00 PM by Alan Jones
A sad day,he will be greatly missed.
Matt
Posted on 26/5/2011 at 01:59:15 PM by Sian Williams - Chair / Secretary - HPR
On a personal note - from a parent of one of the boys he coached......what an awesome guy! To be taken so young is so so tragic. The interaction he had with the boys & parents was a pleasure to see. His professionalism on and off the pitch was top class. The boys respected him and looked to him for guidance on and off the pitch. He never had to raise his voice to the boys.. as they would listen attentively to his thoughts / advice and instructions on how they were playing, even when they weren't playing that well! The u16's are in disbelief and utter shock of his passing.
From an HPR organisational point of view - what a gent!.. his manner to other teams / offcials / parents - always so so professional. His ethos of fair play and behaviour on and off the pitch was an assett to HPR and something that i as Chair of HPR was extremley proud to have a Manager / Coach of that quality representing HPR.
You'll be missed Matt.......
Pricey
Posted on 26/5/2011 at 12:10:55 PM by Sam Houldsworth
Pricey will be missed by all who knew him, pricey had his first season coaching with HPR and while we were in Valencia just before he passed away he thanked me for getting him involved in a team of which he was very proud of! He was a great coach and an even better friend. RIP mate!
Matt "Pricey" Price
Posted on 25/5/2011 at 05:35:38 PM by Doug Evans
RIP Matthew, thank you
Matt "Pricey" Price
Posted on 25/5/2011 at 09:43:04 PM by Joanna Cummings
I am a work colleague of Matthew's at Fitzalan and I have a son playing for HPR U15s
Everyone in school was devastated when they heard the tragic news. He will be sadly missed by all those who were fortunate enough to have known him.
Matt "Pricey" Price
Posted on 25/5/2011 at 08:46:40 PM by Steve Williams
you will be sadly missed especailly by me and the boys! RIP "PRICEY"
Matt "Pricey" Price
Posted on 26/5/2011 at 10:01:07 PM by Jon Slocombe Vice Chair,HPR
Thanks for your time, effort and commitment to HPR and particularly our U16 squad. Sad news, and deepest condolences to all Matt's family and close friends
Matt "Pricey" Price
Posted on 26/5/2011 at 12:45:10 PM by Colin Locke
My deepest condolences goes to Matthew's Family,Friends and all the Players and Officials of the Club.
I officiated in many U16s games with Matthew last season and the way he conducted himself was a total credit to him his family and the Club.
He never criticized or complained if a decision didnt go his sides way and was always 100% behind his 'boys'.
A thoroughly decent man who will be sadly missed.
Mr Matthew Price
On behalf of all at Canton Rangers FC we would like to send on our condolences to the family and friends of Mr Matthew Price.
Andrew Leslie, Club Chairman and Co-Manager
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