Tributes paid to young footballer killed in horror crash

Tributes paid to a young footballer killed in a horror crash in Lincolnshire.
12-year-old Ted Vines also known as Teddy was on his way to a football match when the car he was travelling in was involved in a fatal collision. The crash took place at 9.48am on Sunday, January 16.
The keen footballer had been heading to Branston to take part in a match for Alford Town FC.
Ted’s family said: “Ted was loved by everyone – he was happy, fun and brilliant and had so many people who loved him.
“Everywhere he went, Ted made friends. He was a special part of the community for everyone.”
Alford Town FC paid tribute and said: “Alford Town FC is deeply saddened at the tragic passing of one of its Under 12 Football Team, Teddy Vines following a car accident on Sunday 16 January.
“We wish his dad, Paul, who is also a popular and much-loved character at the club, all the very best in his recovery from the injuries sustained in the crash.
“As a club, we are devastated by this tragedy as Teddy was a popular and much-loved member of his team and the wider club.
“Players both older and younger than Teddy knew him and shared a lot of laughter with him.
“He always had a smile on his face and a chuckle was never far away when Teddy was around.”
The club went on to add: “He will be desperately missed by his team-mates and all the players and parents at the club.
“Our thoughts, prayers and condolences go out to the family who have lost a shining light in their family.”

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