PLANS for a charity football tournament in memory of an Andover schoolboy who died after a bike accident are going well - but more support is needed to ensure the weekend is a huge success.

John Hanson pupil Troy Parker died at Southampton General Hospital eight days after he bumped his head in the accident at the Greenwich Way junction, which happened a year ago this week.

He was not wearing a helmet.

The 12-year-old was a keen sportsman and his family, along with his football team Test Valley Lions, have organised the two-day event to raise money for the paediatric intensive care unit at Southampton General Hospital.

Six age groups ranging from under-nines to under- 14s will be playing in the tournament and there are still places for any youngsters that want to take part.

The entry fee is £17.

As well as the football, other events will be taking place to keep the spectators entertained, including stalls, games and stocks.

The police will also be running a cycle awareness promotion to make adults and children more aware of the dangers of cycling - not just the need to wear a helmet but the importance of checking tyre pressures, brake efficiency and other maintenance issues.

A large number of companies and organisations in the area have shown their support and provided raffle prizes. Tickets, courtesy of Bulpitt Printers Ltd, are available for 20 pence each.

A separate raffle will be held on the Sunday afternoon to win one prize, donated by Ducal Ltd, of a Madison table and six chairs worth around £2,300. Tickets cost 50 pence each. Troy's mum Carlie Annetts said: "Please help us to fill the teams and support the raffles to make it a great weekend for the Andover community."

For more information on the event, call Carlie on 01264 332002 during the evening. Tickets will also be on sale at the tournament.