Barnet Schoolboys Organise Charity Football Match
Two friends have arranged a fundraising game for their peer battling acute lymphoblastic leukaemia.
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From the archive. This story was written up on 29 July 2026 from reporting first published on 12 April 2026, which is the date shown above. We took up the back catalogue of the local titles we read when this site launched, so the events are older than the page.
Two school friends have arranged a charity football match to support their peer, Kit Chester-Canavan, 16, who is currently receiving treatment for acute lymphoblastic leukaemia. The match is set to take place on May 8 at Meadow Park Stadium, the home ground of Boreham Wood Football Club.
Fundraising Goals and Support
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The proceeds from the event will be directed towards two causes: the Teenage Cancer Trust and a special fund established for Kit's 'Hope Trip'. This initiative, created by Kit's mother, Amanda, aims to facilitate a dream journey for him to visit Thailand, Vietnam, Bali, and New Zealand. As reported by the Borehamwood & Elstree Times, the fundraiser has already amassed close to £13,000.
Ronnie Cooper and Frank Mordecai, fellow pupils at Bushey Meads School, organised the match. They stated to the Borehamwood & Elstree Times, "Kit is one of our best mates and when he was diagnosed, we knew we had to do something meaningful. This isn’t just about football — it’s about showing up for him, supporting him through this fight, and bringing everyone together behind him. The response so far has been incredible and we’re so grateful to everyone getting involved."
Raising Awareness of Leukaemia Symptoms
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Kit Chester-Canavan was diagnosed with acute lymphoblastic leukaemia in November, following several weeks of experiencing back pain and unexplained weight loss. Amanda, Kit's mother, highlighted to the Borehamwood & Elstree Times the challenges in identifying leukaemia symptoms in young individuals, noting that they can often be mistaken for common ailments like the flu or a virus. She emphasised the importance of raising awareness so that other parents are vigilant about potential signs and when to seek further medical evaluation. Amanda also commented on the event, telling the Borehamwood & Elstree Times, "This event is about the power of friendship and a community coming together to support Kit through his journey whilst raising valuable funds for Teenage Cancer Trust. The charity has been an amazing help to us throughout this process."
“Teenage Cancer Trust have been brilliant and do great work supporting me and other people so people should support them.”
Kit Chester-Canavan
Kit himself expressed his appreciation for the support provided by the Teenage Cancer Trust, stating to the Watford Observer that the organisation does "great work supporting me and other people so people should support them."
Tickets and Next Steps
Tickets for the charity match are priced at £10 and can be purchased through the Boreham Wood Football Club website. The event aims to bring the community together to support Kit and contribute to vital cancer charities.
Questions this report answers
+When and where is the charity football match happening?
The charity football match is scheduled for May 8 at Boreham Wood Football Club's Meadow Park Stadium. This is the home ground of Boreham Wood FC, chosen to host the fundraising event for a good cause.
+How much money has already been raised for Kit Chester-Canavan?
The fundraiser has already generated nearly £13,000. This money will support the Teenage Cancer Trust and Kit’s 'Hope Trip' to visit Thailand, Vietnam, Bali, and New Zealand.
+Who organised the charity football match and why?
Two schoolboys, Ronnie Cooper and Frank Mordecai, organised the match because Kit Chester-Canavan is one of their best friends and they wanted to support him after his leukaemia diagnosis.
+How can people buy tickets for the charity football match?
Tickets for the charity match are priced at £10 and can be purchased through the Boreham Wood Football Club website. This allows the community to attend and support the fundraising effort.
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