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Matt Gadsby

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Matt Gadsby (September 6, 1979 - September 9 2006) was a professional footballer. Born in Sutton Coldfield, he played for Walsall. Mansfield Town, Kidderminster Harriers, Forest Green and Hinckley United as a defender and midfielder.

He signed for Hinckley United in 2006 from Coca Cola League Two side Forest Green.

Gadsby had previously played at clubs including Walsall, where he graduated from the youth team and played in the Division Two Play-off final of 2001, when Walsall defeated Reading. After being released by Walsall, he signed for Mansfield Town.

He died on September 9 2006 after collapsing on the pitch during a Conference North game against Harrogate Town.