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Post by milehigh on Mar 8, 2022 15:24:45 GMT
I've just seen the sad news that former Leicester Riders guard Eric Robertson has passed away. He was a wonderful person, who retired from pro basketball after his two seasons with Leicester to become a Spanish teach and basketball coach. Condolences to his wife Jerica and his family. riders.basketball/rest-in-peace-eric/?fbclid=IwAR1I9LvUQHodCjNUi_KKH2gmdJV8fqOOK9pqeeipDPmnqGjyZHMX2QU7rgMRest In Peace Eric
It is with deep sadness that we announce the passing of one of our former players Eric Robertson.
Out with being an outstanding basketball player and all his accomplishments on court, Eric was a stand out human being who’s light shone so brightly. He was a man of family and faith. His infectious smile and energy made him an amazing teammate, a pleasure to coach and a firm fan favourite.
The statistics will show that Eric was a part of the Riders family from 2016 to 2018, making 87 BBL appearances and winning six trophies (x2 Trophy, x2 League, x2 Playoff). He also enjoyed a successful BUCS career representing Loughborough University winning two BUCS golds. In truth his impact on the programme and the people he met transcended basketball and ‘E-Rob’ will forever be etched into our history and remain part of our Riders family.
Our thoughts and prayers are with Jerica, Luca James and all of Eric’s family and friends. We pray his faith is a comfort to you all at this sad time. Rest in peace Eric. |
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Post by irf on Mar 8, 2022 15:38:11 GMT
When I saw this thread title I really didnt want to open it
That's devastating to hear
What a truly great guy he was!
RIP Eric
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Post by A tall man on Mar 8, 2022 15:43:22 GMT
Horrible to read, thoughts are with his and the riders family
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Post by milehigh on Mar 8, 2022 15:51:44 GMT
I took no pleasure whatsoever making the post. It was very upsetting news.
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Post by irf on Mar 8, 2022 16:00:59 GMT
I've just been told he died from a heart attack playing basketball
Just 28 years old
If that can happen to Eric it could literally happen to anyone
Still can't believe it's happened
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Post by ecrider on Mar 8, 2022 16:32:53 GMT
Tragic news 28 is no age.
Such a whole hearted player who always gave 100 %
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Post by sonjel on Mar 8, 2022 16:35:39 GMT
Dreadfully sad. RIP Eric 
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Post by isthaturinal on Mar 8, 2022 17:03:16 GMT
Awful news to hear,
Always played with a massive smile on his face,
I will always remember him dashing to the corners, giving 3 quick sharp claps to indicate he was in position to drop a 3,
But I think his outstanding quality was his defence....
Hope we can give him a fantastic send off on Friday Vs Phoenix.
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Post by irf on Mar 8, 2022 18:29:42 GMT
Taylor King twitter
Rest In Peace E-Rob! 🙏🙏. We won many championships together, but I will always remember you for your incredibly positive attitude and energy towards the game, ur teammates, and coaches and life in general. My thoughts and prayers go out to his wife, child, family, and friends
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Post by irf on Mar 8, 2022 18:31:35 GMT
Levi Noel Twitter
Everyone can learn something from the impact Eric had on anyone he spent time with!
One of the purest humans I’ve ever met!
Rest in Paradise E 🕊🙏🏽❤️
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Post by irf on Mar 8, 2022 18:33:10 GMT
Joe Pinchin Twitter
💔💔💔
This is too sad. Amazing human that brought a different level of love & energy for the game. He infected joy in those around him by his approach to what he did in life. Truly grateful to have crossed paths & worked with a special person.
Life is so fragile.
RIP ERob 🙏
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Post by irf on Mar 9, 2022 8:21:16 GMT
www.gofundme.com/f/for-jerica-and-luca-in-memory-of-eric-robertsonA Go Fund Me page has been set up to support Eric's wife and one year old son Looking at the donations already made shows just how well thought of Eric was I've messaged the organisers of the fundraiser with details of Eric's time in UK Basketball in case they wish to add to the biography on there
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Post by milehigh on Mar 9, 2022 9:01:56 GMT
IRF, thank you I was just about to post about the GoFundMe page.
The tributes on here, and elsewhere show what a wonderful person Eric was, regardless of what he did on court.
He will be missed by many.
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Post by irf on Mar 9, 2022 16:01:17 GMT
amp.knoxnews.com/amp/9428393002Great article above about the impact Eric was making as a school teacher since he retired from basketball Does not surprise me one bit
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Post by irf on Mar 12, 2022 9:49:17 GMT
www.gofundme.com/f/for-jerica-and-luca-in-memory-of-eric-robertsonA Go Fund Me page has been set up to support Eric's wife and one year old son Looking at the donations already made shows just how well thought of Eric was I've messaged the organisers of the fundraiser with details of Eric's time in UK Basketball in case they wish to add to the biography on there Over 63,000 US Dollars raised already!! The target was only 10,000 595 different donors!! Incredible response which shows the impact Eric had on so many different people |
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Post by blueskies99 on Mar 12, 2022 17:23:50 GMT
64k now
Anyone see who the former players were on the zoom connection……. I noticed Taylor King, Trayvon Wright and JR Holder……..then I got some dust in my eye and my vision went……
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Post by jimmylad on Mar 13, 2022 8:57:55 GMT
64k now Anyone see who the former players were on the zoom connection……. I noticed Taylor King, Trayvon Wright and JR Holder……..then I got some dust in my eye and my vision went…… I only saw Taylor King and JR Holder. Eyes aren’t what they used to be! |
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Post by blueskies99 on Mar 14, 2022 14:44:31 GMT
The Riders game from Friday is now up on BBLplayer for those that wish to see the tribute to Eric. Gofundme now just under 70k  |
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Post by blueskies99 on Mar 15, 2022 9:59:45 GMT
Lovely piece about Eric in this weeks Sunday Night Breakdown.
Fast forward to 48mins.
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Post by blueskies99 on Mar 19, 2022 17:49:46 GMT
Thinking of Eric and his family today……  |
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