CRY Heart Screening at King Edward’s School – Saturday 21st & Sunday 22nd February 2026

Cardiac Risk in the Young (CRY) will be holding heart screening sessions at King Edward’s School on Saturday 21st and Sunday 22nd February 2026.

Rugby in Hampshire has sadly seen several families affected by undiagnosed heart conditions — including the tragic loss of Ben Smith, who passed away before his 17th birthday. These CRY testing days play a vital role in detecting underlying heart issues in young people and can lead to early intervention.

Each session typically results in around 10% of participants being referred for further investigation. The screenings are open to 14–35 year olds, covering both junior and adult rugby players.

The two testing days are funded by donations to the Ben Smith Fund, established in Ben’s memory. Thanks to this support, 200 young people will be screened over the weekend. CRY continues to rely heavily on donations, as each test—usually costing over £150 per person—is offered at a significantly reduced rate of £70.

CRY and the Ben Smith Fund are deeply grateful for every contribution, including a recent generous donation from Tour International Ltd. Donations help ensure that more young people can access heart screenings and potentially life-saving early diagnoses.

For more information about CRY, the Ben Smith Fund, or to book a screening, please visit:
https://www.c-r-y.org.uk/benjamin-michael-smith/

You can also find the official letter with full booking details here.