Latest update June 1st, 2026 12:37 AM
Letter to the Sports Editor…Was the relevant protocol observed in coordinating this football tournament?
Dear Sir,
The publication of an article on pg: 31 of K.N. (25.09.13.) captioned “Troy Cook Memorial Football finally kicks off today”, from all indications has breached an important aspect of seeking the relevant approval. But with the sad state of the sport’s administration in the city, and the GFF is no different nationally, it comes as no surprise that the important aspect was overlooked, primarily due to a lack of knowledge.
Sir, worst yet Camptown FC is observing its 41st Anniversary, and in coordinating an 8 team knockout tournament, has failed to contact the late Troy Cook’s mother, sister or relatives to seek their approval. Protocol dictates that this is a norm.
Since from all indications this was not done, at least an official invitation must be dispatched for the remainder of the tournament. And most importantly a percentage of the profits be given to the late individual’s mother, who is not enjoying the best of health presently. Failure to adhere should result in the relevant sanction (5) being imposed.
I shudder to accept that under previous administrations of both the GFA and GFF, would have allowed plundering of the sport for financial gains by a chosen few, while an immediate family member of the deceased stands to gain nothing financially.
Orin Davis
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