Former Wallabies player Dave Brockhoff passes away - Rugby news
Retired Australian Rugby player, Dave Brockhoff, passed away today, June 17, at the age of 83. He played 26 games for the Wallabies in a short rugby career but left a long-standing effect on Australian rugby. The pioneer player had earned world-wide respect
from across the globe in general and in particular within Australia. The Australian Rugby Union has expressed its deep grief over his death and declared it a loss for rugby.
Brockhoff was remained central figure of the Wallabies from 1949 to 1953 and earned many successes for his team. He has also the served his national side while coaching them for more than six years. He was appointed the head coach of the Wallabies in 1974
and remained in the office until the end of 1979.
The Waratahs, who were always in the good books of Brockhoff, have announced the will play their last Super Rugby match against the Brumbies wearing black armbands. Brockhoff has very deep ties with the New South Wales Waratahs and always supported them
in the Super Rugby championship.
The Waratahs skipper, Phil Waugh, was grieved with the news of his death and could not control his emotions. He declared the death of Brockhoff as the death of his own family member. Talking to reporters Phil Waugh said that, “It's very sad news. I don't
say it lightly but he was like one of the family. His support and commitment to our team and to us as people was incredible. Certainly his presence or contribution was never taken lightly by anyone at the Waratahs.”
Waugh further said that Brockhoff’s support to the Warathas always helped them to lift their game. He added that, “He'll be missed. No matter how we played he was always there. He didn't even need to say anything when you got off the plane. He'd just say
hello, shake your hand and you could tell what Brocky thought just by the look on his face.”
The Australian Rugby Union said in a separate statement that Brockhoff’s services will be remembered for long period.
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