Debra Wright, the wife of Ashton Town FC chairman Chris Wright, was identified as the victim
Debra Wright, the wife of a soccer team executive in England, was tragically killed in Spain over the weekend after a reported collision involving a jet ski and speedboat, the team announced in a statement Monday.
Ashton Town Football Club, which plays in Division One North of the North West Counties League, released a statement on social media confirming the death of 47-year-old Wright, the wife of team chairman Chris Wright.
Ashton Town Football Club released a statement on social media confirming the death of 47-year-old Debra Wright, wife of team chairman Chris Wright. (Ashton Town F.C. via X)
"It is with deep sadness and a heavy heart that on behalf of Ashton Town FC we announce the tragic death of Debra Wright, wife of Chris our Chairman who was tragically killed whilst on holiday in Spain on Saturday evening," a statement on X said.
"Our family are in mourning at this sad time and we ask for time for Chris and his family and everyone and the club to be able to start to come to terms with this tragedy. RIP Debra, fly high sweetheart."
Wright was aboard a jet ski being ridden by a friend near Playa de Los Toros, in Manilva, Malaga, at around 7 p.m. when the watercraft was struck by a speed boat, The Times reported, citing local law enforcement.
She was pronounced dead at the scene.
Soccer goal post (Adam Davy/PA Images via Getty Images)
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Investigators told the outlet the driver of the speedboat allegedly had a "low" test reading for alcohol and that the individual had been detained on suspicion of involuntary manslaughter. According to The Times, the person was released.
Tributes for Debra Wright poured in on social media.
We are deeply saddened to hear the devastating news of the passing of Debra Wright at Ashton Town. Everyone at Ashton Athletic sends their heartfelt condolences to Chris, his family, and all at Ashton Town. Our thoughts are with you during this incredibly difficult time.
— Ashton Athletic FC (@AshtonAthletic) June 30, 2025
We are saddened to hear about the devastating news regarding Debra.
— Chorley FC (@chorleyfc) June 30, 2025
Everybody at Chorley sends their heartfelt condolences to all at Ashton Town. Our thoughts are with you during this incredibly difficult time. 🖤🤍
This is heartbreaking news. Our clubs have grown very close over the last few years, and this is truly devastating. We are sending love and our deepest condolences to Chris, his family, and everyone affected.
— EuxtonVillaFC (P) (@EuxtonVillaFC) June 30, 2025
Our thoughts and prayers are with all of Debra’s family and friends at this sad time from Garswood United 💙
— Garswood United F.C (@GarswoodUTD) June 30, 2025
The team announced Monday that its match against Burscough was postponed "as a mark of respect" for the Wright family.
"Our thoughts and love are with everyone who knew and cherished her," the team said.
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Paulina Dedaj is a Sports Reporter for Fox News Digital.
