Rugby league community remembers fallen leader
“He was always the loudest barracker on the fence, for any kid, not just his kid” — a beloved rugby league leader is being remembered as the heart of the club he served for more than a decade.
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THE Redlands rugby league community is in mourning today after the loss of one of its beloved leaders.
Former Capalaba Warriors Junior Rugby League Club president Elliott Russell died yesterday after a short battle with brain cancer.
The beloved president led the club from 2013-16 after having served as both the club’s vice president, a coach and committee member.
Current club president Tanya Bonney said he would be remembered as the heart of the club he loved.
“He was always the loudest barracker on the fence, for any kid, not just his kid,” she said.
Mr Russell’s son Samuel played for the club for a decade, and the family was well loved by members.
“We have awards for the best volunteer and committee member,” Ms Bonney said.
“But he was all of that and then some. He was awesome.”
The club issued a statement on social media yesterday, honouring the club stalwart.
“He made many friends in that time as you do when you’re around for so long, and now at the end of his short life, he will be really missed,” it read.
“He was always there to give a hand around the club at whatever needed doing.”
“Rest easy, our mate.”
The statement triggered an outpouring of support from club members and friends, and even rival clubs.
“A passionate man about his club, he will sorely missed,” said Marc Sauvage.
“Shocked to read this sad news, for many years I worked alongside Elliott at the Warriors and the passion he showed for the club and the kids was second to none,” said Nick Stevens.
“My thoughts are with Kimberly and Sam at this time, RIP Elliott Russell gone far too soon.”
Logan Brothers Rugby League Club also paid their respects saying: “Our thoughts and prayers are with Elliott’s family at this time”.
Former Capalaba councillor Paul Gleeson also paid tribute to the “calm and collected” Mr Russell.
“He was a calm and courteous bloke,” he said.
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