Colin Edwards (footballer) facts for kids
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| Personal information | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Date of birth | 5 May 1991 | ||
| Place of birth | Georgetown, Guyana | ||
| Date of death | 16 February 2013 (aged 21) | ||
| Height | 1.85 m (6 ft 1 in) | ||
| Position(s) | Goalkeeper | ||
| Senior career* | |||
| Years | Team | Apps | (Gls) |
| 2008–2011 | Fruta Conquerors | ||
| 2012–2013 | Caledonia AIA | 0 | (0) |
| International career | |||
| 2012 | Guyana | 3 | (0) |
| *Club domestic league appearances and goals | |||
Colin Edwards was a talented football player from Guyana. He was born on May 5, 1991. Colin was a goalkeeper, which means he was the player who protected the goal. He played for his country's national team. Sadly, he passed away on February 16, 2013, after an accident.
About Colin Edwards
Colin Edwards was a professional footballer. He came from Georgetown, Guyana. He was known for his skills as a goalkeeper. Goalkeepers are very important players. They stop the other team from scoring goals.
His Football Journey
Colin started his senior football career in 2008. He played for a team called Fruta Conquerors. He stayed with them until 2011. This was an important time for him. He developed his skills as a goalkeeper.
In 2012, Colin moved to a new team. He joined Caledonia AIA. This team played in the TT Pro League. This league is in Trinidad and Tobago. Playing there showed his talent. It also showed his dedication to football.
Playing for His Country
Colin also played for his national team. He represented Guyana on the international stage. He played in three friendly games for Guyana. These games were important. They helped him gain experience. They also allowed him to play against other countries.
His international appearances were in 2012. He played against French Guiana. He also played against Guadeloupe. His third game was against Panama. These matches were friendly games. They helped the team prepare for bigger tournaments.
A Sad Farewell
On February 5, 2013, Colin was in an accident. It was a motorcycle accident in Georgetown. He was seriously injured. He remained unconscious for some time. Sadly, he passed away on February 16, 2013. He was only 21 years old. Colin Edwards is remembered as a promising young player.
