
Football and hockey players will pay their respects to Special Olympics competitor Gareth Cowin today.
The 25-year-old, who was a member of the floor hockey squad, died on Wednesday after complications following a viral infection.
Later today, clubs around the Island will hold a minute’s applause in memory of the popular athlete.
Pulrose football club has postponed its game this afternoon in his memory.

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