Online tributes have poured in after the death of an 18-year-old ‘rising rugby star’ for Salford and England
Logan Holgate, 18, passed away on yesterday (Wednesday 11 January), before the news was shared online by his family, and former clubs alike.
Logan represented England Community Lions at club level, helping them win the Under-19 European Championship title in 2022, as well as Salford Red Devils and Hensingham ARLFC.
The cause of Logan’s sudden death is yet to be confirmed.
Tributes have flooded in from the teenager’s former clubs, as well as the Rugby Football League, who shared their condolences via a press release on their website.
Everyone at Salford Red Devils are saddened to hear about the sudden passing of Logan Holgate.
Logan played for our U18s pathway alongside @hensingham_arl and was set to move up to the reserve team this season.
Our thoughts are with his family and friends at such a sad time. pic.twitter.com/cjk0otIT6I
— Salford Red Devils 👹 (@SalfordDevils) January 11, 2023
Describing him as a ‘brilliant young man’, it read: “Everyone connected with the England Community Lions Programme was saddened to hear about the sudden passing of Logan Holgate on Wednesday 11th January.
“The talented hooker, who played with distinction for Hensingham, including in the melting pot of the National Conference last season, followed the family tradition in represent the Lions, hot on the heels of big brother Ellison and younger brother Fletcher.
“Logan first caught attention in 2021 and made his Lions debut for the Under 16s in a victory over Wales at Colwyn Bay. Such was his burgeoning club form, that it wasn’t long before he was firmly in the plans of the Under 19s selectors, firstly impressing in trials, before making the final touring squad that created history in Italy last September.
“Whilst in Italy, he was a virtual ever present during the exhausting six game qualifying day, impressing team mates and staff alike with his work ethic, infectious attitude and quick humour. He then played superbly in the Semi Final and again in the Final as the Lions swept aside Wales before defeating France to win the Under 19 European Championships for the first time in dramatic and emotional scenes.”
A Tweet from Salford Red Devils continued: “Everyone at Salford Red Devils are saddened to hear about the sudden passing of Logan Holgate.
“Logan played for our U18s pathway alongside @hensingham_arl and was set to move up to the reserve team this season. Our thoughts are with his family and friends at such a sad time.”
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