Munster Rugby Community Mourns Greig Oliver’s Tragic Loss

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The Munster Rugby community is devastated by the sudden passing of Greig Oliver, a beloved staff member who lost his life in a paragliding accident while supporting his son Jack in the World Rugby U20 Championship in Cape Town. The Elite Player Development Officer since 2011, Oliver’s dedication to nurturing young talent extended beyond Munster Rugby, holding coaching positions with the Ireland U20s, Munster ‘A’ side, and the province’s age-grade teams.

Condolences from Munster Rugby CEO

Munster Rugby CEO Ian Flanagan expressed his condolences to Oliver’s family and praised his impact on the team and dedication to the sport. “On behalf of Munster Rugby, I would like to express our deepest sympathies to Greig’s wife Fiona, son Jack, daughter Ciara, and the wider Oliver family. He was a great colleague and friend to so many and will be dearly missed across the Munster and Irish Rugby communities.” Flanagan further highlighted Oliver’s infectious enthusiasm for the game, humor, and commitment to helping young players be the best they could be on and off the field.

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Munster Rugby Pays Tribute

Munster Rugby’s official Twitter account also paid tribute to Oliver, expressing their shock and sadness at his passing and acknowledging his contributions to the Munster and Irish Rugby communities.

Legacy of a Man Who Touched So Many Lives

Oliver’s passing has left a void in the hearts of his colleagues, friends, and the rugby community, but it is important to celebrate his legacy and the countless players he has inspired. As the Munster and Irish Rugby communities come to terms with this tragic loss, they must also honor the memory of a man who touched so many lives and left an indelible mark on the sport he cherished.

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Chloe de Kock is a Cape Town-born journalist who chronicles the city’s evolving food culture, from township braai joints to Constantia vineyards, for the Mail & Guardian and Eat Out. When she’s not interviewing grandmothers about secret bobotie recipes or tracking the impact of drought on winemakers, you’ll find her surfing the mellow breaks at Muizenberg—wetsuit zipped, notebook tucked into her backpack in case the next story floats by.

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