DT38 is thrilled to announce an exciting new partnership with Moonrise Sports, giving football supporters the chance to own a truly unique piece of English football history while helping to raise awareness of testicular cancer and save lives.
This special collaboration centres around an incredible collection of original Football Association coaching memorabilia belonging to the legendary John Lyall. Professionally framed and beautifully presented, the collection celebrates one of English football’s most respected figures and offers supporters an opportunity to own an irreplaceable piece of the game’s heritage.
The collection includes original FA coaching examination correspondence, John Lyall’s FA Preliminary Coaching Certificate, his official FA Coaching Licence and coaching booklet, signed photographs, his original coach’s whistle and a number of other historic items documenting an extraordinary football career.
Even better, 75 per cent of every ticket sold will be donated directly to the DT38, helping us continue our mission of raising awareness of testicular cancer and encouraging men and boys to check themselves regularly, in memory of Dylan Tombides.
With entries costing just £2, this competition offers football fans the chance to win a one-of-a-kind collection while supporting a cause that has the potential to save lives.
A Legendary Football Legacy
John Lyall’s place in English football history is firmly secured as one of the game’s most respected managers. Having served West Ham United with distinction for more than three decades as a player, coach and manager, he built a legacy founded on loyalty, integrity and success.
During his remarkable managerial career, Lyall guided West Ham United to FA Cup victories in 1975 and 1980, reached the European Cup Winners’ Cup Final in 1976, won promotion as Football League Second Division champions in 1980–81, and led the club to the Football League Cup Final in 1981.
Perhaps his most memorable achievement came during the unforgettable 1985–86 season, when his exciting young West Ham side – affectionately known as ‘The Boys of ’86’ – finished third in the old First Division, still the highest league finish in the club’s history. Playing an exhilarating brand of attacking football, Lyall’s team captured the imagination of supporters and featured club legends including Billy Bonds, Alvin Martin, Tony Cottee, Frank McAvennie and Ray Stewart.
Lyall later enjoyed further success with Ipswich Town, guiding the club to the Football League Second Division title in 1991–92 and securing promotion back to the top flight, further cementing his reputation as one of England’s finest football managers.
The memorabilia featured in this competition celebrates the career of a true football gentleman whose influence extended far beyond the touchline. This unique collection offers one lucky winner the opportunity to own genuine Football Association artefacts connected to one of the game’s most admired managers.
A Partnership with Purpose
At DT38, we are always looking for innovative ways to spread our life-saving message beyond our traditional audiences, and this exciting collaboration with Moonrise Sports does exactly that.
By bringing together football history, passionate supporters and an important health message, we hope this competition will not only raise vital funds but also encourage more conversations around testicular cancer awareness and early detection.
We are incredibly grateful to the team at Moonrise Sports for choosing to support our work and helping us continue Dylan’s legacy.
Tracy Tombides, DT38 Co-Founder and Dylan’s Mother, said:
“We’re absolutely delighted to be partnering with Moonrise Sports on this fantastic initiative. Football has always had the power to bring people together, and this competition does exactly that while supporting a cause that means so much to us. Every ticket sold helps us continue Dylan’s legacy by raising awareness of testicular cancer and encouraging men and boys to check themselves regularly. We hope football supporters across the country will get behind this wonderful opportunity to own a unique piece of football history while helping us save lives.”
Charlie Hartley, Founder of Moonrise Sports, said:
“We’re really excited to be partnering with the DT38 Foundation. At Moonrise Sports, our goal is to give incredible charities new ways to raise as much money as possible through the power of sport. This competition is a brilliant example of how unique sporting memorabilia can engage fans, raise vital funds and support an amazing cause. We hope it’s the first of many together.”
Continuing Dylan’s Legacy
Since the Foundation was established, DT38 has worked tirelessly to educate young people about testicular cancer, encouraging early diagnosis through awareness, education and conversation.
Every campaign, partnership and fundraising initiative helps us take Dylan’s story to new audiences. This collaboration with Moonrise Sports is another exciting step forward, combining football heritage with a message that can genuinely save lives.
Whether you’re a West Ham United supporter, a football memorabilia collector, or simply someone who wants to support an important cause, this is a competition not to be missed.
Enter TodaY
Tickets cost just £2, with 75 per cent of every ticket sold being donated to DT38.
Don’t miss your chance to own a remarkable piece of football history while helping us continue Dylan’s legacy and raise awareness of testicular cancer.
Thank you to everyone at Moonrise Sports for believing in our mission. Together, we’re using the power of football to start conversations, raise awareness and save lives.