Welcome to our official newsletter Channel38, June 2026 edition.
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Fact of the Month:
Did you know? This month we have launched a competition to win John Lyall memorabilia. Within our team four of John Lyall’s famous “Boys of ‘86” are DT38 Ambassadors. These are Tony Cottee, Tony Gale, Mark Ward and Geoff Pike.
Headlines this month
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Dylan Tombides Trophy Continues to Inspire On and Off the Pitch
The annual Dylan Tombides Trophy once again showcased the very best of football and community spirit, with Stirling Macedonia retaining the trophy after a thrilling two-leg contest against Perth Azzurri SC. The fixture, which honours Dylan’s legacy and supports the work of DT38, brought together players, supporters and volunteers for another memorable occasion, featuring tributes to Dylan, DT38 awareness activities and a great match. A huge thank you to both clubs for their continued commitment to keeping Dylan’s legacy alive. Read the report and view our photo gallery: https://dt38.org/news/stirling-macedonia-retain-dylan-tombides-trophy-after-thrilling-two-leg-contest/
DT38 Partners with Moonrise Sports to Offer Unique John Lyall Memorabilia Competition
We’re delighted to announce an exciting new partnership with Moonrise Sports, giving football supporters the chance to win a unique collection of original John Lyall FA coaching memorabilia while helping to save lives. With 75% of every £2 ticket donated to DT38, this incredible competition combines football history with our mission of raising awareness of testicular cancer and encouraging men and boys to check themselves regularly. Read more about the collaboration, John Lyall’s remarkable legacy and how you can get involved: DT38 Partners with Moonrise Sports for Unique John Lyall Memorabilia Competition.
Football Fans Come Together for DT38 and the Socceroos
DT38 was proud to welcome Socceroos supporters to a special FIFA World Cup fan event in Perth as Australia celebrated a memorable 2–0 victory over Türkiye. The event brought football fans together to cheer on the Socceroos while raising awareness of testicular cancer, celebrating Dylan Tombides’ enduring legacy and demonstrating the power of football to unite communities behind an important cause. A huge thank you to guest speaker David Williams and Bruce Media for helping bring the event to life and to BrewDog Perth. You can read West Ham United’s coverage of the event here: https://www.whufc.com/en/news/dt38-host-world-cup-fan-event-for-socceroos
The Dylan Tombides Award: Inspiring the Next Generation
This month, we shone a spotlight on one of the most meaningful honours at West Ham United – the Dylan Tombides Award. Presented each year to a young Academy player who best embodies Dylan’s dedication, resilience, character and commitment, the award ensures his values continue to inspire the next generation of footballers. More than a trophy, it is a lasting reminder that Dylan’s legacy lives on every day at the Club he loved. Read the full feature here: https://dt38.org/news/the-dylan-tombides-award-a-legacy-that-continues-to-inspire-at-west-ham-united/
An Iconic Memory Etched in Time, 15 Years On
This month, we paused to remember one of the most iconic moments in Dylan Tombides’ career. On 20 June, 15 years on from his memorable goal for Australia at the U-17 FIFA World Cup, we reflected on the touching celebration that followed, as Dylan revealed a handwritten birthday message for his Mum on his shin pad. It was a moment that perfectly captured the thoughtful, caring and selfless person Dylan was—even in one of the biggest moments of his football journey, he was thinking of someone else. It remains an iconic memory etched in time and continues to inspire everything we do at the DT38.
DT38’s Picture of the Month
This prestigious competition takes us to the heart of Dublin, where DT38 Ambassador Jake Cox and his dad, Richard, stopped for a photo outside the famous Temple Bar earlier this month. Richard was proudly flying the DT38 flag in his hoodie, helping to raise awareness of testicular cancer while enjoying a well-earned family trip. It’s always brilliant to see our supporters taking Dylan’s legacy wherever they go. Thanks, Richard and Jake, for representing DT38 so proudly—and we hope you enjoyed a great few days in Dublin!