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Heroic James gets reward

Isthmian League chiefs say James Philp’s heroic act of ‘human kindness’ made him a fitting first ever winner of the newly-named Billy Vigar Award.

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The Non-League Football Paper Team
21 June 2026

Isthmian League chiefs say James Philp’s heroic act of ‘human kindness’ made him a fitting first ever winner of the newly-named Billy Vigar Award.
By Jon Couch

HERO STATUS: James Philp receives his accolade, named in honour of Billy Vigar, inset
PICTURE: Lyn & Trev Sports Photos/ Isthmian League

The Cambridge City goalkeeper was the popular choice to receive the inaugural award for his selfless efforts in helping to save the life of an opposing player who had suddenly collapsed on the field.
The premium award recognises the most sporting achievement of the Isthmian League season and ...

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