A sombre mood has enveloped the Strand sporting community following the untimely passing of Vincent Daniels, who was a community activist most well-known for his role as president of Sports Against Crime South Africa.
Daniels, a skilled soccer player in his day, breathed his last on Monday 16 December at the age of 75, after a brief illness.
He had graced the fields of several professional soccer teams both domestically and internationally. His most notable stint was with English Premier League outfit West Ham United, where he shared the pitch with legendary players such as Pelé.
On his return to South Africa Daniels dedicated his life to nurturing young talent, particularly in impoverished communities with limited opportunities. He organised numerous sports events across the Helderberg and worked tirelessly to secure donations to bring joy and hope to countless individuals.
His passion for the sport and his commitment to social upliftment were unparalleled.
Daniels is survived by his wife, three children, a son-in-law, two daughters-in-law, and six grandchildren.
His funeral service will be held on Saturday 21 December at a time and venue yet to be announced.
