Fundraising snooker tournament for Doncaster boy seriously injured in road crash

Will Hanley suffered life changing injuries in the collision in Sprotbrough on July 2 when he was in collision with a red Toyota Yaris.

Since then, big-hearted groups and individuals have rallied to raise money for the family of Will, who is still critically ill.

This weekend, Sarah Jepson and partner Mark Freeman, will be hosting a fundraising snooker contest at Woodlands Snooker Club on Saturday.

Sarah said: “We played league pool with Owen, Will’s dad, last season and he also played in the snooker league -sSo he is a big part of the snooker and pool family.

It will take place from 10am on September 7.

She added: “We are also doing a raffle the following weekend at the club, with some amazing prizes from beauty gifts sets to Marvel and Star Wars bundles to snooker cue cases, restaurant vouchers and an £800 gas grill BBQ which has been donated by the B&Q Distribution Centre.

Raffle tickets are on at Woodlands Snooker Club.

She added: “However, we are still looking for donations of prizes if any local businesses would like to donate anything for this amazing and brave family.”

The tournament is being sponsored Palram who have handed over £500 with a cash prize for the winner and runner up, and the rest to Wishes For Will, which you can donate to HERE and which has already raised in excess of £18,000

Fundraising organiser Helen Furniss said: “As many reading this will be aware, 9 year old Will was involved in a terrible road accident in our little village on Tuesday 2 July whilst walking to school.

"Will is currently in Sheffield Children’s Hospital and is critically ill. He has suffered life changing injuries and is continuing his fight.

"This terrible accident has rocked our community. Fellow parents, classmates, neighbours and friends are all behind you Will. We are rooting for you. Praying for you.”

Addressing his family, she continued: “Nicola, Owen and Fynn - your strength has been incredible. Please know that the parents of year four are right beside you and your family. This fund is for whatever you need. We all want to support you and help you in any way we can.

"Please use this page for support for the family and to leave well wishes.

"We love you Will! Keep fighting little man.”

Police said a red Toyota Yaris struck Will at the junction of Melton Road and Folder Lane in Sprotbrough on July 2 at around 8.40am.

The boy was taken to hospital where he remains with life threatening injuries, South Yorkshire Police said.

The driver of the Toyota stopped at the scene to assist officers and an appeal has been launched for anyone who saw the collision to make contact with police.

Anyone with information about the incident, or who may have dashcam footage, can contact South Yorkshire Police on 101 or CrimeStoppers on 0800 555 111.