Nottingham Forest striker Billy Sharp set to stage event in memory of new-born son
NOTTINGHAM Forest striker Billy Sharp is to hold a charity dinner in memory of his baby son.
Sharp established the Luey Jacob Sharp Foundation with his partner, Jade Fair, in memory of their son Luey, who died last year aged two days old.
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Tragic case: Forest striker Billy Sharp. His son Luey died last year aged two days old.
The foundation wants to help other families affected by gastroschisis, a condition which means babies are born with their intestines outside their body.
The dinner, at the Keepmoat Stadium, in Doncaster, on November 14, will help the foundation continue its work.
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Former England striker Matt Le Tissier will be among guests, who also include Sharp's former team-mates from previous clubs.
Miss Fair, chief executive of the Luey Jacob Sharp Foundation, said: "We are delighted to be holding the dinner and would like to say a big thank-you to Doncaster Rovers for hosting the event and for all the support they have given us.
"It has recently been the first anniversary of Luey's passing.
The night will also feature an auction with signed lots from Jessica Ennis, Wayne Rooney, Sergio Aguero and Stuart Broad.
Tickets for the event, which includes a three-course meal, cost £40 plus VAT and are available from Doncaster Rovers on 01302 764665.
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