'Everyone at the club has been left devastated at the news'
The youngster died following a two-vehicle crash near Dungiven and has now been named locally.
Smallwoods was a part of the Brigade cricket club in the city and they have paid tribute to the 'popular player'. "He had come through all the various youth teams in recent years and had progressed to play in our 2nds and 3rds on a regular basis. Always seen with a smile on his face, and with a love and enthusiasm for cricket, Alex was always a pleasure to have in the team.
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