A promising football player named Aurelia Hayes died in her sleep at the age of 19.
Hayes played for the Umina United team in the Central Coast’s WPL competition.
Prior to that, she had been part of the United Academy of Canberra.
Before she joined Umina this season, Hayes was part of the Northbridge NPL team. She also played for Hills United in Sydney.
Apart from being a professional footballer, she was a law student at the Macquarie University. Umina paid tribute to Hayes on August 2.
The team noted that Hayes brought a lot of energy and passion to her playing career.
She was a gentle and sweet person who would be greatly missed by her family and friends.
Northbridge FC, the club she had previously played for, also paid tribute to Hayes.
Hayes loved the success and the fun she had with her teammates.
The team noted that her spirit and skills will be remembered by everyone who knew her.
Northbridge FC extends its condolences to her family and friends during this difficult time. She will be greatly missed by everyone at the club.
In a statement, Canberra United expressed its condolences over the tragic death of Hayes.
On August 13, the WPL held a memorial round for Hayes. Umina United faced off against Woongarrah FC.
Before the match started, the teams had a minute of silence in honor of Hayes.
Even though she wasn’t in the body, Hayes was still there in spirit as the team set up a shrine.
It included a photo of her and a bouquet of flowers. According to the club, it was an emotional day for the team as they came together to pay tribute to Hayes.
The team was welcomed by Kate and Philip Hayes, who were the parents of Aurelia.
The members of the team expressed their gratitude for the support they received from the people of Woongarrah. They also thanked Kaine for his kindness.
The individuals who brought flowers were also thanked for their gesture.
The messages of support and condolences that they received poured in.
Many of them expressed their condolences and memories of Hayes.
One person noted that she was a beautiful young woman who had worked with them in Gosford.