Welcome to our official newsletter Channel38, April 2026 edition.
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Fact of the Month:
Did you know? This month the 12th Annual DT38 Awareness Day took place at the home of West Ham United FC. It is first time the Hammers have landed a win on the occasion (WHUFC 2-1 Everton FC). Fixtures in other years resulted in five draws and six defeats. Maybe now we’ll have a run of 12 victories on Awareness Day. COYI!
Headlines this month
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12th Anniversary of Dylan Tombides’ Passing
18th April 2026 marked the 12th anniversary of the passing of Dylan Tombides, the inspiration behind DT38. It remains a poignant moment for everyone connected to the charity, as we remember Dylan not only for his courage and determination, but also for the legacy he continues to leave through our work. His story drives our mission to raise awareness of testicular cancer and support those affected, ensuring his impact is never forgotten. Rest in peace special man.
Testicular Cancer Awareness Month – Donate a Quid for Dylan
April is Testicular Cancer Awareness Month, a time dedicated to raising awareness, encouraging early detection, and supporting those affected by the disease. Throughout the month, the Donate a Quid for Dylan campaign continues to play a vital role in helping DT38 fund its ongoing work in education and awareness. Every contribution, no matter how small, makes a real difference in continuing Dylan’s legacy and spreading an important life-saving message. If you would like to support the campaign, you can still donate here: https://dt38.org/dt38-awareness-day/
Find out more: https://dt38.org/news/donate-a-quid-for-dylan-make-a-difference-today/
DT38 UK Awareness Day
DT38 Awareness Day at West Ham on 25th April 2026 was a truly special occasion, marked by beautiful sunshine and a fantastic atmosphere and a deeply emotional moment came in the 38th minute, when both West Ham and Everton supporters united in a powerful applause to remember Dylan. Huge thanks to the all Hammers players, officials, fans and to the DT38 fundraising team for making the day so incredibly special. A full report and gallery capturing the highlights will be shared soon.
In the meantime check out these articles:
https://www.mirror.co.uk/sport/football/news/west-ham-dylan-tombides-cancer-37064450
https://www.whufc.com/en/news/remembering-dylan-raising-awareness-saving-lives
DT38 Awareness Match 2026 at Perth Glory FC
The DT38 Awareness match at Perth Glory FC v Macarthur FC, held on 20 April 2026, was a fantastic success and a powerful showcase of football coming together for a vital cause. The fixture provided an important platform for DT38 to raise awareness of testicular cancer, with strong engagement from the club, players, and supporters throughout the day. It was especially meaningful to see fans unite in support of DT38’s message, helping to further extend the reach and impact of Dylan’s legacy across Australian football and beyond.
Team DT38 Raise Funds from Ultra X 12K in Tribute to Dylan Tombides
On Saturday 18th April 2026, supporters of DT38 came together for a deeply meaningful challenge — the Ultra X 12K, held at the stunning Cowdray Estate in the South Downs. More than just a run, the event marked the 12th anniversary of Dylan Tombides’ passing, bringing our community together in remembrance, unity and purpose.
Find out more: https://dt38.org/news/team-dt38-raise-funds-from-12k-run-in-tribute-to-dylan-tombides-photo-gallery/
Alan Curbishley Named as Patron of DT38
We are delighted to announce that Alan Curbishley is now a Patron. A respected figure in football and a familiar face to Hammers fans, Alan’s backing is a significant boost to our work raising awareness and supporting those affected by testicular cancer. His involvement reflects the growing strength of the DT38 community, and we are incredibly proud to have his support as we continue to build on Dylan’s legacy.
Lads Queue Up in WA for FREE Testicular Cancer Scans
DT38 and Ultrasound Services proudly came together on 18th April 2026 — marking 12 years since Dylan Tombides’ passing — to offer FREE testicular scans for males aged 15–45 at Murdoch Ultrasound. We’re delighted to share that the day was a real success, with 33 males scanned. Each scan took just around 5 minutes, with results reviewed by a radiologist and sent directly to GPs — a simple step that could truly save lives. Thank you to everyone who supported, attended, and helped make this such a meaningful day in Dylan’s legacy.
Darren Raises £3k for DT38 in London Marathon
We’re incredibly grateful to West Ham supporter Darren Coleman, who raised an amazing £3,000 for DT38 after completing the London Marathon on 26th April 2026. Taking on one of the world’s most iconic races, Darren showed tremendous dedication and determination, all in support of raising awareness and vital funds for testicular cancer. His effort is a brilliant example of the passion and generosity within the Hammers community, and we couldn’t be more thankful for his support.
You can still support him here: https://www.justgiving.com/page/darren-coleman-dt38
ALSO
DT38 Events Calendar 2026
6th June – DT38 Trophy 2nd Leg – Perth SC v Stirling Macedonia FC
11th August – DT38 UK Golf Day 2026
DT38 Picture of the Month
April has been record levels of busy for DT38 and the cameras have been snapping thick n’ fast. It’s so hard to pick just one photo, but this month we’ve chosen this (already) iconic picture of Dylan’s shirt prepped for matchday in the dressing room at London Stadium on DT38 Awareness Day.
An emotive piece of imagery from a beautiful day of tributes.
