The legacy of former Hyde United chief executive Mark Worthington is set to continue, after an application to form a charity in his name was given the stamp of approval.

Next Thursday (23rd) marks a year since Mark tragically died from a sudden cardiac arrest in his home, aged just 52. The news shocked Hyde United and the wider non-league circuit in general, as Mark was a much-loved figure and played a huge role in football – particularly the Tigers’ first team, women’s team and academy. 

Such was his passion for the academy, Mark was an advocate of developing youth team players and worked closely with former first team manager Darren Kelly to bring through the next crop of stars.

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