The family of Tommy Widdrington have took to issue a statement with an update after falling ill and being hospitalised.
Tommy, who is manager of National League side Aldershot Town, suffered two strokes and was admitted to Southend General Hospital.
He has shown good progress in his recovery, returning home for further rehabilitation. The club and his family appreciate the support from fans and ask for privacy during his recovery.
Assistant managers Hugo Langton and Richard Dryden have been taking charge during his absence. The Shots currently sit 17th with 22 points from 20 games played.
The following is a statement from Tommy Widdrington’s family with an update on Tommy’s health after being taken ill last week.
“Tommy was taken to hospital late afternoon of last Wednesday (27th) after feeling unwell around 1pm that day whilst he was at home on his own. He was… pic.twitter.com/Eovnsf3nVP
— Aldershot Town FC (@OfficialShots) December 6, 2024
Aldershot Town FC – The following is a statement from Tommy Widdrington’s family with an update on Tommy’s health after being taken ill last week.
“Tommy was taken to hospital late afternoon of last Wednesday (27th) after feeling unwell around 1pm that day whilst he was at home on his own. He was admitted to Southend General Hospital in the early hours of Thursday (28th Nov) morning.
Following extensive Tests/Scans it was confirmed he’d suffered two strokes. Over the following 6 days he was monitored and had further tests in line with the treatment of an ischaemic stroke.
Being of good health prior to Wednesday, and historically in general, his response to this episode and the initial treatment has been very encouraging. He has made very good progress and is feeling and looking a lot better already.
He returned home late Tuesday afternoon to begin further rehabilitation. He is very appreciative of ALL the messages of encouragement he’s received from all corners of the football world. He also wants The Shots fans to know he has total faith in the Staff and the Players in his absence and looks forward to being back in the dugout when he’s deemed fit enough to do so.
Tommy’s wife, Sharon, and immediate family have of course rallied and will continue to support his recovery and hope and have made this statement in the hope that it will quash any possibility of misinformation being circulated.”
We ask that the privacy of Tommy and his family is respected whilst he continues his recovery.
On the 2nd of December, Aldershot had first revealed that that Tommy Widdrington was undergoing tests in hospital after being taken ill.
“Tommy is stable and in good spirits, and we shall provide updates when there is anything further to share.
“In the meantime, we ask that Tommy and his family’s privacy is respected at this time.
“First-Team Assistant Managers Hugo Langton and Richard Dryden will lead the team in Tommy’s absence.
“Everybody at the club sends their best wishes to Tommy for a speedy recovery.”
Twitter users gave their reaction as the family issue statement on Tommy Widdrington after falling ill and being hospitalised…
@jimmy_g87: Somethings are more important than football, we’ll miss Tommy but hope he takes all the time he needs to rest and recover and hopefully see him back soon.
@tryan255: Get well soon Tommy
@PaulDav89093674: Get well soon Tommy…from my 82 year old dad a lifelong shots fan and myself a Bristol Rovers fan who interviewed you when you were caretaker boss at the Gas in the past. I’m sports editor at Radio Bath currently.
@ConorSammon100: All the best @TommyWidd
@GrimStones: Get well soon.
@PeteStanford1: Best wishes to @TommyWidd – hoping you make a quick and full recovery and that we see you back when you’re ready 🔴♥️🔵💙
@IsaacHUFC: Get well soon Tommy
@colony79: Get well soon Tommy and good to hear he is making as good as recovery as he is.
@Leetheyakker: Speedy recovery Tommy , Hartlepool fan 💙
@I_Am_Edwards24: Best wishes Tommy.
@GK1Jas: Al the very best wishes for your full and speedy recovery recovery.
@marklets10: Get well soon Tommy
@SallyButler1985: Get well soon, Gaffer, we’re all behind you ❤️💙
@somecaIlmejesus: Get well soon 🤞
@steventanner20: Wishing you a quick recovery Tommy. Look forward to seeing you back in the dugout when you are well enough to do so. All the best.
@Jasonwh02541910: ❤️🙏
@lewiswray: Get well soon, boss!
@Jhenden223: Ohhh Tommy Tommy 🔴🔵
@waelalqadi: Speedy recovery Tommy 🙏
@TristanTCoach: Get well soon, @TommyWidd 🙏
@Dan19451945: Speedy recovery tommy 🙏
@trevk37: All best Tommy 🙏
@durhamchris1983: best wishes and I’m sure I speak for all fans at Hartlepool United.
@LeoWerin: Best wishes on a speedy recovery.
@ItsJustiice: Get well soon Tommy 🔴🔵
@RayAnstee: Get well soon gaffer ❤️💙
@mattfoot: Get well soon @TommyWid, speedy recovery 🔴🔵
@Jon1982Mu: Speedy recovery Tommy 🤞
@utbfin: Wishing you well Tommy❤️
@AlphaomegaJohn: We’re all with you @TommyWidd stay strong, see you soon 🔴🔵
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