A charity football match will take place next month in support of a Bushey teenager following his cancer diagnosis.
Kick for Kit will take place at Meadow Park Stadium, home of Boreham Wood FC, on May 8, raising funds for Teenage Cancer Trust and Kit Chester-Canavan.
The event has been organised by Kit’s close friends, Ronnie Cooper and Frank Mordecai, after he was diagnosed with leukaemia in November 2025.
What began as a simple idea to support a friend has since grown into a large-scale fundraiser, bringing together players, supporters, and local businesses.
Gates will open at 5pm, with kick-off at 6pm, and attendees can also expect special guest appearances, which will be announced closer to the event.
Beyond the football, the event aims to raise awareness of leukaemia in young people. Kit’s mother, Amanda Chester, said symptoms can often be mistaken for common illnesses such as flu, and hopes the match will encourage parents to seek further medical advice if concerned.
Ronnie and Frank said: “Kit is one of our best mates and when he was diagnosed, we knew we had to do something meaningful.”
Funds raised will go towards Teenage Cancer Trust and Kit’s Hope Trip Fund, helping him access meaningful experiences during his treatment journey.
Organisers are encouraging people to attend, donate and share Kit’s story to help make a difference.
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