A New Zealand rugby player died Tuesday after suffering “unsurvivable” injuries during his team’s season opener, the club confirmed. He was 30.
Glenora Rugby League Football Club Chairwoman Janet Hunt confirmed the death of Eugene Hanna in a post on Facebook. According to Hunt’s statement, Hanna was gravely injured during a game against the Te Atatu Roosters.
“It is with a heavy heart that we inform our members of the passing of Eugene Hanna on Tuesday. Eugene was a valued player in our Premier Reserves squad and although a new Bears member had good friends within the club,” Hunt’s statement began.
“Eugene sustained an injury in the team’s first game of the season against Te Atatu which was tragically unsurvivable. Glenora Bears would like to extend its gratitude to the Te Atatu Roosters members who helped at the scene, the attending paramedics and Auckland Hospital for their care these last two weeks.”
The Roosters also released a statement extending condolences to the club.
