The football community is mourning the loss of Sheffield United women’s team player and marketing executive Maddy Cusack, who passed away at the young age of 27.
The club confirmed her death on Thursday, revealing that Cusack had passed away on Wednesday.
The midfielder had been an integral part of the Bramall Lane team since January 2019 and had recently signed a one-year contract extension.
She was also named as one of the team captains last month.
Cusack, who had surpassed the 100-game milestone with The Blades, had etched herself in Sheffield United’s history as the longest-serving member on the roster.
She was a respected player for the women’s team and was also a valued marketing executive in the club’s offices at Bramall Lane.
Stephen Bettis, the club’s chief executive, expressed his heartfelt condolences, saying: “This is heartbreaking news for everyone at Bramall Lane. Maddy had a unique position of being part of a number of teams at Sheffield United and was popular with everyone that she came into contact with. Her personality and professionalism made her a credit to her family – she will be sadly missed.”
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Despite the tragic loss, the club has pledged to provide as much support as possible to Maddy’s family, friends, and colleagues during this difficult time.
The football community has also rallied around, offering their condolences and tributes to the talented and dedicated player and marketing executive.
Maddy Cusack’s memory will live on in the hearts of those who knew her, and she will always be remembered as a valued member of the Sheffield United family.
