The news of the passing on Mr George F Gomez former Football Association President has left a huge scar on all Gambian spheres of life. Mr Gomez credited to have played significant contribution to the growth and development of football in the Gambia is no more and thus has raised myriad of Gambians and non alike in tears.
In a Tribute posted on his facebook timeline, GFF President Lamin Kaba Bajo described “Uncle George” as a legend whose role in sports research is unparalleled.
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Another big loss
Waking up this morning learning about the passing away of one of greatest sons of the land was yet another devastating news within a short space of time.
The untimely demise of the Legendary George F. Gomez is a monumental loss to the country and sports in particular. He was both a successful athlete and sports administrator who is not easy to equal.
I had my first close interactions with him during his days as the SG/CEO of the then GNOSC and this continued till today. He’s an encyclopedia of Gambian sports especially football, and very general in sharing his knowledge and experience. This is manifested in the publication of books in the domain.
Uncle George will be remembered most at the GFF by his unparalleled role in the research and organization of the Maiden GFF Recognition and Awards Night held earlier this year. Equally, he will be missed amongst other things in our plans to set up a Gambia Football Museum, the matter being the last thing I discussed with him recently.
On behalf of the GFF and the entire football family of The Gambia, I extend my deepest condolences to the bereaved family and pray that his gentle soul rest in perfect peace.
