A promising football star who died in a horror accident saved four more lives after his organs were donated.
Brodie McFarlane, 14, was seriously injured in a motorcycle accident in Manjimup, in the far south-west of Western Australia, last Tuesday.
He was rushed to a local hospital before being flown to Perth, where he passed. His life support was switched off three days later, prompting an outpouring of tributes from the wider community.
Brodie was remembered by his devastated loved ones as a “good soul” with amazing energy and a loving nature who was there for everyone.
Although he loved the outdoors, his greatest passion was football.
Both kidneys and two other organs were donated to save other lives.
‘I had so many friends. He was well-known and was always an energetic, kind and happy person,” his mother, Sarah Matthews, said. Manjimup-Bridgetown Times.
‘People I don’t even know send me messages. They have inundated me with food; I have had children come to my door.
Tributes continue for Brodie McFarlane, who died in a motorcycle accident
Brodie McFarlane was an aspiring sportsman and avid fisherman.
“A lot of kids really came up and said how much she made their day, and they will miss her cheeky smile.”
Brodie had been a much-loved member of Deanmill Football Club since the family moved to the region four years ago.
‘Macca’ was selected in several representative teams and received the award for his team’s most consistent player last year.
“From the moment he arrived at the club, it was clear that Brodie was a talented and passionate young player,” the club published.
‘A star on the field and an exceptional boy off it.
“He played with heart and determination, embodying the true spirit of our club every moment he was on the field.”
Ms Matthews commented on the post: “Brodie loved football and really was a little superstar.”
Deanmill Football Club described Brodie (pictured) as a star both on and off the field.
Rival football clubs also paid tribute to Brodie.
A GoFundMe created to support Brodie’s family has raised more than $23,000.
‘He left too soon. Always young,” the page states.