Tributes paid to Dundee ice hockey star after Ibiza balcony fall death
19-year-old Gary Kelly fell to his death at the Ibiza Rocks Hotel, two weeks after a 26-year-old man from Aberdeen died at the same venue
Tributes are being paid to a "hugely talented and charismatic" ice hockey player from Dundee, who has died after falling from a hotel balcony in Ibiza.
Gary Kelly, 19, who played for the Dundee Stars, died at the Ibiza Rocks Hotel in the early hours of Monday morning.
Mr Kelly's team paid tribute to the player on the club website.
A statement reads: "We send our thoughts and condolences to Gary's family, partner, and all his friends at this extremely difficult time.
"Everyone at the club including players, staff, management, and ownership are heartbroken to hear this tragic news.
"Gary was hugely talented and charismatic individual who had a great future ahead of him. His loss will impact many in the ice hockey community and beyond. He will be sadly missed.
"We respect and support the family's request for privacy at this extremely difficult time."
The teenager’s death comes exactly two weeks after another Scottish tourist, 26-year-old Evan Thomson from Aberdeen fell to his death at the same hotel.
In light of the deaths of Mr Kelly and Mr Thomson, the Ibiza Rocks Hotel said: "We are deeply shocked and devastated by the recent incidents that have tragically occurred.
"Our priority is to support those affected and their loved ones during this incredibly difficult time, and to fully assist the authorities with their investigations.
"The safety and wellbeing of our guests has, and always will remain, our highest priority.
“Given the seriousness of the situation, and out of respect for those involved, we believe it is right to pause our advertised events programme at this time.”
Tributes paid from ice hockey teams across the UK
A number of tributes poured in from other UK ice hockey teams as the news of the hockey player's death spread over social media.
The statement from one of the 19-year-old’s former clubs, Aberdeen Lynx reads: "The Lynx family is heartbroken to share the devastating news of the sudden passing of one of our brightest young stars, Gary Kelly, while on holiday.
"Gary was more than just a talented hockey player — he was a young man full of heart, passion, and dedication. On the ice, he gave everything he had.
"Off the ice, he brought energy, kindness, and an infectious love of life that lifted everyone around him. He wore his heart on his sleeve, and that spirit left a lasting mark on our team, our club, and everyone who had the privilege of knowing him.”
A statement on X from Glasgow Clan said: "The Glasgow Clan would like to express our deepest condolences to the family and friends of Gary Kelly.
"This is truly heartbreaking news. Our thoughts are with everyone affected by this tragic incident during this incredibly difficult time."