Oxford United tribute at awards night for Amelia Aplin

The young player died at the age of 15 earlier in the season in March, in an incident which shocked the club and its supporters.

She collapsed on the pitch at the club’s training centre, Oxford Sports Park, during a girl’s academy game against Fulham in March, and it was announced she died later that evening.

Amelia Aplin, 15, played for Oxford United’s Junior Premier League. (Image: Oxford United)

An outpouring of tributes from the club, other players and supporters, as well as other football clubs followed the news at the time, and a minute’s silence was held in her memory at Oxford United’s ensuing home match against Blackburn Rovers in March.

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On Sunday night (April 26) Oxford United held its End of Season Award Evening, with winners across the men’s, women’s and academy teams.

Tributes were left for Amelia Aplin after her death in March (Image: Amir Steve Ali)

In a touching tribute, the club announced that this year’s Women’s Young Player of the Year Award was awarded to Amelia Aplin, in her memory.

A spokesperson for the club said: “Amelia sadly passed away earlier this season at the age of just 15.

“In her memory, this award will now be named the Amelia Aplin Women’s Young Player of the Year Award for future seasons. Forever Yellow.”

The gesture was commended by supporters, with many describing it as a ‘lovely touch’.