‘Rickster’ honoured at Corduff FC tournament

SOCCER legend Ian Rush met up with members of Corduff FC last week to remember local hero, Ricky Osagie, who died earlier this year trying to rescue pals from a pond.

The brave 13-year-old – known as ‘Rickster’ to his Corduff FC pals – tragically drowned at Waterville Hall, on Friday June 20. It’s understood he was trying to save two teenage girls who got into difficulties in the water.

All three teens were recovered from the water and while the girls survived, Ricky sadly passed away.

Corduff FC organised a memorial tournament as a tribute to

‘Rickster’ and the brave youngster’s teammates got to meet former Liverpool striker Rush on the eve of the event.

The ex-Welsh international met with the team, signing autographs and jerseys before posing with the young pals for a group photo.

The meeting was arranged by Dave McCann of Dave McCann Tyres in Coolmine and Ian Rush wished everybody at Corduff FC all of the best for the new season.

A spokesperson for the club said:

“Can we take this opportunity to thank everyone who has helped in anyway who contributed to a highly successful tournament.

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