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'Hugely talented' ice hockey player Gary Kelly dies in suspected fall from Ibiza hotel balcony

'Hugely talented' ice hockey player Gary Kelly dies in suspected fall from Ibiza hotel balcony

Sky News3 days ago
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."
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