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His death inspired friends and family to create a foundation in his name and, through an annual football tournament, they hope to raise enough money to donate defibrillators to every sporting ground in New South Wales.


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His death inspired friends and family to create a foundation in his name and, through an annual football tournament, they hope to raise enough money to donate defibrillators to every sporting ground in New South Wales.


Marc Arcuri was only 15 years old when he died playing the game he loved.

He complained of feeling unwell while playing football, and he collapsed and died shortly after.

His mother, Sue, explains the condition that killed him. 


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