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Saint George’s, Grenada<\/strong> – The Executive Committee, staff and the entire football family of the Grenada Football Association (GFA) extends condolences to the Antigua and Barbuda Football Association (ABFA) and the entire football fraternity of Antigua on the passing of Gordon ‘Banks’ Derrick. CLICK HERE TO JOIN OUR WHATSAPP GROUP.<\/strong><\/em><\/a><\/p>

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As a Past President of the Caribbean Football Union (CFU) and a former General Secretary of the ABFA, Derrick’s contributions and commitment to football are well remembered.<\/p>\n

Of note was his continued passionate following of Antigua’s football from youth to senior teams, even up until his passing.<\/p>

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The GFA also expresses condolences to his wife, children, extended family and friends. May his soul rest in eternal peace.<\/p>

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