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'Hugely talented' ice hockey player Gary Kelly dies in suspected fall from Ibiza hotel balcony
A "hugely talented" Scottish ice hockey player has died in a suspected fall from a hotel balcony while on holiday in Ibiza. Gary Kelly, who was part of the Dundee Stars, died at the Ibiza Rocks Hotel, in San Antonio, on Monday. The 19-year-old's death comes after another Scottish tourist, Evan Thomson, 26, fell to his death on the premises on 7 July. In light of their deaths, the hotel said it was pausing its events programme. It said in a statement: "We are deeply shocked and devastated by the recent incidents that have tragically occurred. "Our priority is to support those affected and their loved ones during this incredibly difficult time, and to fully assist the authorities with their investigations. "The safety and wellbeing of our guests has, and always will remain, our highest priority." The hotel added: "Given the seriousness of the situation and out of respect for those involved, we believe it is right to pause our advertised events programme at this time." The Dundee Stars paid tribute to Dundee-born Mr Kelly on the club's website. A statement read: "Gary was hugely talented and charismatic individual who had a great future ahead of him. His loss will impact many in the ice hockey community and beyond. He will be sadly missed." Another of his clubs, Aberdeen Lynx, said: "The Lynx family is heartbroken to share the devastating news of the sudden passing of one of our brightest young stars, Gary Kelly, while on holiday. "Gary was more than just a talented hockey player - he was a young man full of heart, passion, and dedication. "On the ice, he gave everything he had. Off the ice, he brought energy, kindness, and an infectious love of life that lifted everyone around him. He wore his heart on his sleeve, and that spirit left a lasting mark on our team, our club, and everyone who had the privilege of knowing him." A number of tributes were also paid to him by other UK ice hockey teams. A statement on X from Glasgow Clan said: "The Glasgow Clan would like to express our deepest condolences to the family and friends of Gary Kelly. "This is truly heartbreaking news. Our thoughts are with everyone affected by this tragic incident during this incredibly difficult time." Another from the Whitley Warriors, for whom he briefly played, said: "Whitley Warriors are devastated to learn of the tragic passing of former Warrior Gary Kelly, aged just 19. "Gary iced for Warriors on only a few occasions in the 2023-24 season but was a popular player in the dressing room despite the shortness of his time at Whitley."
BBC News
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'Inspirational' Graham named Dundee United captain
"He's grown with us, he's fought for us, and now he'll lead us.""Natural leader" Ross Graham has been appointed captain of his boyhood team Dundee academy graduate, who signed his first professional contract seven years ago, is the first homegrown captain of the club this spent time on loan at Elgin City, Cove Rangers and Dunfermline Athletic developing, before returning to United and becoming a crucial figure in the Jim Goodwin says defender Graham - who will be assisted by vice-captain Will Ferry - "embodies everything we want this football club to represent"."He's a natural leader, both on and off the pitch," Goodwin said."Ross embodies everything we want this football club to represent - resilience, passion, and a deep-rooted connection with our identity."Ross understands the responsibility that comes with wearing the armband, and, with the unwavering support of Will and the rest of the squad I have no doubts he'll thrive in this role."He's grown with us, he's fought for us, and now he'll lead us."It's a moment Graham, 24, has dreamed off since he was a wee boy walking up to Tannadice and the former Scotland Under-21 international believes he is "the right man" to lead his club forward."It's a true honour to take on this role," he said. "I've dreamed of this moment since I was coming to Tannadice as a boy."You don't often see players coming through an academy then going on to captain the club, so I'm incredibly proud that I've managed to do that. "There have been highs and lows along the way but my hard work through the years has paid off."I know the club inside out and what it means to our supporters so I feel I'm the right man for the job."
BBC News
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Tavernier wants Rangers to 'set the tone'
There may have been changes at Rangers this summer but one constant during the close season and indeed each of the past 10 years has been James Rangers captain has retained the armband under new head coach Russell Martin and addressed the media before Tuesday's season-opening Champions League second qualifying round first leg at home to Ibrox side and the Greek outfit are competing to face either Viktoria Plzen or Servette in the next round. Defeat would mean a Europa League third qualifying round meeting with Besiktas or Shakhtar Donetsk."Obviously, our objective is to get the win. It's a fresh start for the club," Tavernier said."We're already excited to get behind it. It's a new season and we obviously want to push ourselves to the very end."[Tuesday] night's the most important game of our season so far. It's our first game. We've got to take really take real advantage of being at Ibrox with our fans and try to take a good result going over to play in the second leg. We know it's going to be a hot one over there in the second leg."They're going to be a tough test. It's the first competitive have of our season. From the very first whistle, we need to put our stamp on the game. You have to set a tone, you have to set a tone in every single game."
