Vital defibrillator secured after footy coach spots rise in kid's collapsing

Rutherglen Glencairn 2008's coach William O'Leary has helped secure a defibrillator for the club.

In a lifesaving move, Rutherglen Glencairn ’s 2008s has secured a defibrillator after its head coach noted “an alarming increase” of kids collapsing whilst playing football.

The free download features the latest breaking news and exclusive stories, and allows you to customise your page to the sections that matter most to you.He said: “In the past couple of years, there has been an alarming increase in kids collapsing or dying on the park due to cardiac arrests or heart attacks. The numbers are astronomical compared to years ago.

William continued: “It’s ironic this happened, as they are in the business of caring for our deceased, but now they are helping to save lives.

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