An entertaining football fundraiser in the sunshine in memory of Morpeth man Glenn Dixon

The participants in and supporters of the ‘For Glenn Trophy’ fixture in aid of Tyneside and Northumberland Mind did a minute’s applause before kick-off.

Unbeknown to his family and friends, Glenn Dixon was masking mental health problems and he took his own life in November 2018 at the age of 32. The Celtic FC fan was someone who went out of his way to help others, but felt unable to share his own problems.

Chris Brown organised the event in conjunction with Tyneside No. 1 Celtic Supporters Club (CSC) based at the Tyneside Irish Centre, which commissioned a trophy in Glenn’s name. Live music was provided by Adrian Scarlett.

As for the game itself, the two teams were called ‘Tyneside & CSC XI’ and ‘The Bhoys XI’. Tyneside & CSC XI ended up winning the trophy on penalties after a 1-1 draw.

Glenn’s parents Richard and Jill Dixon and Lee Walker from Tyneside and Northumberland Mind, who were all in attendance, said they were grateful to everyone involved with the event.

Jill added: “It was a lovely sunny, warm evening, which was great for the spectators but not so much the players.

“There was a wonderful community atmosphere and everyone had such a great time that there are plans to make it an annual event.

“The clubhouse after the match was full and over £1,000 was earned in donations and the raffle.”

People can still make a donation online at www.justgiving.com/fundraising/forglenn2023