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Bryony's PageWe dedicate this section to Bryony AveyardBryony Aveyard tragically died on 7th October 2008 after suffering a brain haemorrhage. She was 11 years old.
Bryony, 2nd from left, with some of her team-mates after the 5k Run
A highly talented basketballer who was a real team player, she was at the forefront of the developing York Vikings Girls’ Team. Bryony was one of the Club’s first female players to be registered to play in the National League. We miss Bryony enormously, for her tremendous vitality and resilience, her great sense of fun and her generosity of spirit.
We wish to celebrate a life lived to the full and hope that people will take the time to share their thoughts and memories of Bryony by 'adding comments' below, if you wish to remain anonymous then you don't have to leave your name.
bryony was a pleasure to teach for the 3 years that i taught her pe at hempland primary school when you see the way she enjoyed her sport and the ability she had to be able to play all sports shows what a talented girl she was. When it came to basketball she took time to help others in the class and pass on the skills that she knew she was a credit to the school and will be missed by all In training sessions, Bryony inspired my daughter to keep on trying and develop her basketball skills…Phoebs is not the most confident player and Bryony had a knack of knowing just how to keep her going. There were many giggles along the way… and a good deal of Haribo shared if I remember rightly! The photograph above has a very special memory for me and I have shared this story many times with many people because it touched me deeply… On the night of the 5k Club run, which Bryony and her Mum spent so much time in putting together, Phoebe was the last to come in. The rain was torrential. Kath was running with Phoebe and, with many words of encouragement and the inspired use of Jelly babies for extra energy, kept her going despite her being absolutely exhausted. The final straight to finish line was a long track. Despite the dreadful weather and having finished the run many minutes before, Bryony and some of the team were at the line waiting for Phoebe and Kath to come back. As they came in to sight, the girls headed back up the track to support their team mate… which they did all the way with Bryony at her shoulder encouraging her to keep going. For the first time that night, I was truly thankful for the rain as it hid my ‘weepy moment’! We all miss you Bryony. Our deepest sympathies go to Kath, Rob, James and family Jayne & Family I am shocked and saddened by your news. As you may know I have a thirteen year old sister, who often gets on my nerves, but the thought of loosing her would be to much to bear. Once again I am terribly sorry to hear this. My thoughts are with you. Aj Under 18's Bryony was a dedicated Basketball player and an inspiration to my daughter Annie, and all the other girls in their team. No-one could watch Bryony play and not be impressed with her natural ability and dedication to her sport. Another thing you always noticed about Bryony was her smile - what a smile!! A beautiful girl and an absolute credit to Kath and Rob. She will be truly missed and always remembered. your right bryony's smile just lasted for ever and wether she was tired or excited her smile just wouldnt stop !!!!!!!!!!! i am terribly sorry to hear your loss. i can't imagine the pain you're going through, but my thoughts are with you. stay strong. Everyone will miss you lots and lots Bryony! When I first went to a camp I looked around and you gave me the biggest smile that anyone had ever given me.From that moment on our friendship grew and grew and then I realised that I had made a friend for life.I used to see you walking around school and you always had a big group of friends around you,laughing and joking- having a great time!I can't imagine going to a training session and learning new things and not being able to share the pleasure with you.Or of helping each other to do things then putting them into practise in a game situation. When I go to a match it will be so weird not seeing you on the bench or by my side shouting encouragement to everyone. You always had a smile on your angelic face whether we were winning or losing! You were so down to earth and had such a great personality,it's no wonder you were such a good role model for the younger members of our team.It was like the team were the pieces of a puzzle and you were the glue sticking us all together.You were a great asset to the team.You will always be in my heart forever no matter what happens, and I feel so lucky that I had the oppurtunity to meet you and become great friends with you.As soon as you walked into a room your smile just lit it up and I will never forget the special moments that we shared togther as team mates and as great friends. I have shead a few tears myself and only known you for such a short time. Melanie Ross Saddened by your loss of someone so dear, Deepest sympathy for you and your family during you time of loss. You are in our prayers. Doncaster Panthers Deeply saddened by the loss and our thoughts are with you all, please know we are there for you.Vicki, Ian Annabel and Jordan Wilson Vikings U16's. Bryony was an amazing young basketball player and a pleasure to coach and will be solely missed by all that have played basketball with her or coached her.She was a very committrd young player and had the potiential to go far with her basketball Nick, lucy and Emily Bull Bryony had a gift for basketball. I have never seen her without a smile on her face, even when I made the team run suicides at training. She always encouraged her other team mates to try their hardest, and play their best, whether she was on the court, or sat on the bench. we all know that it wont be the same training and playing without you, but the great memories that you gave us will help us to carry on playing sport that you love. we will miss you always and think of you everytime we step on court. love your basketball coaches, Our deepest condolences for your loss, you are in our thoughts and prays. May family and friends gather strength from each other and from the wonderful memories of Bryony and her life. Dear Rob Kath and james I only had the honour to coach Bryony on a few occasions when myself and some of my Team Northumbria team mates travelled to Thirsk to undertake a girls only basketball camp. Bryony was an amazing young girl who had so much talent and potential. I am proud to say I had the opportunity to meet this young basketball player and coach her. Myself, my team and the Newcastle Eagles wish to pass on our deepest sympathies to Bryony's family and friends. All my Love Sarah Bennett Its tough to know what to say! I am Zoe Vickers and I work for the Newcastle Eagles Community Foundation. I also play basketball for Team Northumbria Division 1. Myself and some of my teammates and collegues had the great pleasure of coaching Bryony at a couple of basketball camps in Thirsk. Even from only the couple of times we saw her, we could tell she was an extremely talented individual. She always worked hard, and encouraged others at the same time. Bryony never had a bad word to say about or to anyone, and always put 1 million% effort in. She will be a great loss in the basketball world, and I can't even begin to imagine what her family and close friends are feeling. I'd just like to pass on my condolences and you are all in my thoughts. she was an amazing person and i will miss her loads...thanks for making me feel so welcomed Bryony xxxx My last memory of Bryony was when I was sitting on the floor next to the girls waiting for them to play their next game, listening to her so patiently explaining the rules to their newest team member. She was being so helpful and so obviously knew her stuff. May God be with you. Love from Helen (Hannah's mum) Bryony was an amazing person and a fantastic player, she will be greatly missed. Thankyou so much for helping me and welcoming me when I came to Vikings. Missing u loads and loads. Lots of love It takes someone very special to touch so may people in so many ways. Hayley said it all for me and more:- "Bryony was someone very special!" Carol,Colin,Stephen and Hayley So sorry to hear about Bryony.Our condolences to you all. Bryony, you introduced Megan to the world of basketball, which she loves so much. It's through basketball that I had the immense pleasure of getting to know you so much more. Watching you and Meg playing and laughing before and after tea, made me smile more than you would ever know. Some people can go through life without knowing what a true friendship is, but that special bond is something that you both have, and it's something that will always be cherished. We miss you so much, and we think about you constantly. Love to Kath, Rob, James and family. Our thoughts and hearts are with you love from Carol, Megan Zack and Jacob To all who knew Bryony, you have lost a wonderful and talented young lady who is obviously going to be sadly missed. We are so so sorry for your loss, Joe, Emma, Pete and Noah bryony you were my insperation you intruduced me to basketball and ill never forget that day you was my best friend i cant belive you've gone i would wish it was me any day so i could no that you would have a happy life because you deserve it any day i miss you megan your best friend forever Sheffield Hatters wish to pass on their deepest sympathy to Bryony's family..... We were all shocked and saddened by the death of this talented young player and beloved daughter. - our thoughts are with you. - Loraine Gayle Today when we played the match, it seemed different with you not there x all my love , RIP , katie xxx i only ever saw her at Dave's camps and she was alwayz soo happy every day i think of u up in heaven i miss u lots and i want u to be here . york vikings will keep playing hard.miss u lots miss you sis, its not getting any easier without you :( its your birthday coming up happy birthday!! i miss you so much!!! remember jenny and charlottes birthday so funny ohh and ealoners to gummy bears missing you soooooo much!!!! =] CHIP!!!! ive still got pictures of that day i still cant do that missin loads make sure you save me some sweets up there for me!!!! missing you loads xxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxx Megan your friends foreve!!!!!!! We are all sad that you are not with us anymore, but we all wish that you were!! You are missed by every single one of us & it's not the same turning up to training and not seeing you there, having fun with the rest of us. I remember in the 5k run when you were encouraging me not to give up, and I didn't, and i'm glad I listened to you! I didn't know Bryony that well, but all that i did know of her was great. She was an amazing girl. Speaking for us all, i know we will miss her deeply. Tom Gott Thirsk Thunder hiya bryony, Have you ever watched kids Ever followed a butterfly's erratic You better slow down Do you run through each day on the When the day is done, You'd better slow down Ever told your child, Ever lost touch, You'd better slow down Life is not a race. lov u lots under 14 girls thank you for all you have done i will never ever forget you. you told me to never give up and always be strong and dribble when you get the ball.now i am playing at the best level a can cuz i always think of you.your smile is so nice if you our crying you still smile. now i feel so special because i know somone like you:( I hope you are happy up there hopefully my fish and granddad are there looking after you miss you so much and i will remember you forever love phoebe xxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxx Bryony, you weren't at arches a very long time, Bryony, LotsOfLove alough you wernt at school for long i find it hard to get along with out you, i mean i put a smile on my face but evey day it just gets harder not seeing your favourite chip smile (lol so funny) anyway im at erins save me a place up there i know u will lol remember gumm bears to say hello to my gran too please lol miss you dearly from 7ed xxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxx our team is becoming stronger everyy setion, we know tht uu aree by our sides helping us through everyy matchh we playy... Bryony, Everyones missing you, you are still in my mind bryony will never forget the way you used to play for us .... all our team still remember the way you encouraged everyone on and off the court to play there best. you always did, next season will be even harder now we are at national league..your memories will encourage the girls to play there best .. miss you bryony It's getting very near the start of the season and i am very nervous about playing national league! All of the games are going to be tough but thinking of you helps me get through the toughest ones-soo i am sure you'll be with me all the way. We all miss you so much and i just wish that you could be playing with us, eventhough you are not with me physicaly i no in my heart that you are alwayz there for me whatever i do. The fellowship award that i won in memory of you is sat on the top of my chest of draws (pride of place)and the medal that we all got is hung on my wardrobe door-soo that i can alwayz see them and think of you. it has been 1 year now Bryony andd i'm missing youu more than ever! ); |
when i first joined vikings she made me feel welcome. She taught me some amazing tricks too! I'm going to miss her loads!!