‘So Robbie is never forgotten’: Family’s football fundraiser returns to Northampton in memory of father-of-two

Robbie died aged 24 in 2021 after his motorcycle was in collision with a car in Harlestone Road.

The memorial event is organised by Sam Maynard, Robbie’s mum.

Last year, Robbie’s friends and family raised around £4,000 for SANDS UK, with the inaugural fundraiser. The family hopes to beat last year’s fundraising total with the 2026 event.

This year, the event will be in aid of Men’s Minds Matter, as some of those close to Robbie struggled following his death, as Sam said “men don’t get the help they need”.

“We do this so Robbie is never forgotten. The day is overwhelming and it’s really emotional to see how much our boy is loved. It makes us so proud,” Sam said.

The day included three football matches played between four teams made up of Robbie’s friends and family, as well as fair ground rides, bouncy castles, face painting, a car show, a raffle, a tombola, live music and much more.