Promising ex-Hawks player dies aged just 19

Slough Town have announced the sad passing of former Hawks player Christian

Rowe, aged 19.

Fellow National League South side Slough, who had the promising young footballer on their books, confirmed the prospect died in a road traffic accident.

Rowe was signed by Hawks boss Paul Doswell in October 2020 and he went onto make four appearances for the club during his spell at Westleigh Park.

He left the club earlier this season and had most recently been featuring for Slough’s under-23 side and was dual-signed with Isthmian Southern Central Division outfit Binfield.

Rowe, below, had made four appearances for Binfield this season while he netted once in nine outings for Slough’s under-23s team.

A Slough statement read: ‘It is with great sadness that we have to announce the tragic passing of Christian Rowe.

‘This news has left everyone involved with Academy23, Slough Town FC and Binfield FC devastated and heartbroken. Both clubs 1st team and U23 fixtures due to take place this weekend have been cancelled.

‘Christian was regarded as one of Slough Towns most promising young players.

And this season had been a standout performer for the U23’s and been involved in the first team squad.

‘Our thoughts and prayers are with parents, family, friends and team-mates. We ask everyone to respect the family’s privacy at this incredibly difficult time.’

Slough’s scheduled visit to Braintree in the National League South this afternoon has been cancelled, as has Binfield’s trip to Staines

Town in the Isthmian League South Central Division.

Both clubs’ weekend under-23 fixtures have also been called off following the terrible tragedy.

Rowe was also part of the Academy23 set-up, offering players released from professional clubs or those hoping to reach high levels within the game an elite, fulltime training programme.

Prior to joining Hawks in October 2020, Rowe had trialled unsuccessfully with clubs at Championship level.

Doswell’s side return to action after a 23-day competitive break at Braintree this afternoon.