FUNDS raised after the tragic death of a Poole man from an undetected heart condition could help prevent other sudden deaths.

Fit and healthy family man and keen footballer Shane Stanley died suddenly in January 2014 at the age of 31.

Devastated family and friends got together to hold a football tournament and fun day in his memory last June at Turlin Moor recreation ground, in which 32 six-a-side teams battled it out for The Stanley Cup.

The tournament raised £13,500 and some of that is being used for free heart screening in Hamworthy for 100 people aged 14 to 35. Normally a test would cost hundreds of pounds.

Shane’s family has teamed up with the charity CRY (Cardiac Risk in the Young) to arrange the day, which is being held at the Adam Practice surgery in Blandford Road on Saturday, April 11.

To book an appointment go to testmyheart.org

Maureen Cooke, Dorset representative of CRY, who officially opened the tournament, said: “Twelve healthy, young, fit and athletic people die every week because of undiagnosed heart abnormalities.”

Shane’s children Connor, Ellie and Josh were involved in the fundraising day, along with wife Vikki and his mum Sue.

“The support last year was very overwhelming and the family would like to thank everyone who was involved,” said Vikki.

The success of the event, watched by hundreds of spectators, which began with the unveiling of a memorial bench overlooking the pitch where Shane used to play, has led to a replay this summer.

It will be held at Turlin Moor rec on Saturday, June 27, and businesses are being sought to get involved by donating raffle or auction prizes or sponsor the event.

To help out, email shanestanleyfund@yahoo.com