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Burrell expresses condolences to family of Nico Collins

Published:Wednesday | January 13, 2010 | 9:11 AM

President of the Jamaica Football Federation, Captain Horace Burrell has expressed condolences to the family and former teammates of footballer Nico Collins, who died yesterday.



The 19-year-old Collins who represented the Under-21 and senior teams of Arnett Gardens died after collapsing at training in St Thomas.



He developed breathing complications and was rushed to the Kingston Public Hospital. He died while undergoing treatment.



Also expressing condolences to family and former teammates was Chairman of the Arnett Gardens Football Club, Dr Omar Davies.