NRL rookie Troy Dargan tragically passes away in motorcycle accident on Christmas Eve
Dec 25,2023·7:46AM GMTZ
Australian rugby league player Troy Dargan, a 26-year-old rookie for the Canberra Raiders, has died in a motorcycle accident on Christmas Eve. Dargan was on holiday with his family in the Cook Islands when the accident occurred. His death comes just days after former Queensland Origin star Carl Webb also passed away. Dargan had recently signed a contract with the Raiders and was known for his skills as a half. The news of his death has shocked and saddened the rugby league community, with many expressing their condolences on social media.
According to reports, Dargan was vacationing with his family in the Cook Islands when the tragic accident occurred. The exact circumstances surrounding the accident have not been provided.
Dargan had recently signed a contract with the Canberra Raiders and was known as TJ to his family and friends. He had made two NRL appearances for South Sydney in 2020 and had previously played for various other teams, including the Brisbane Broncos and the Cook Islands national team.
The news of Dargan's passing has been met with shock and grief from his rugby league peers. Many players and teammates took to social media to express their condolences and remember the talented player. Manly Sea Eagles star Josh Schuster tweeted, "Shocked and saddened to hear of Troy Dargan's passing. Rest in peace, brother. Forever in our hearts." James Schiller, a teammate of Dargan on the Raiders, also posted a tribute on social media, saying, "Devastated to hear the news about TJ. Such a talented player and an even better teammate. Rest easy, brother."
Dargan's management and the Raiders club have released statements expressing their deep sorrow and condolences to his family and loved ones. Former rugby league winger Daniel Vidot, now a professional wrestler in the WWE, extended his condolences, saying, "Heartbreaking news. Thoughts and prayers are with Troy Dargan's family. Rest in peace." Greg Marzhew, a Gold Coast winger who played with Dargan in the Eels' lower grades, also paid tribute, saying, "Gone too soon. Troy Dargan, a true talent and a great person. My heart goes out to his family and friends."
The rugby league community mourns the loss of Troy Dargan and will remember him for his skills on the field and the impact he made throughout his career.
According to reports, Dargan was vacationing with his family in the Cook Islands when the tragic accident occurred. The exact circumstances surrounding the accident have not been provided.
Dargan had recently signed a contract with the Canberra Raiders and was known as TJ to his family and friends. He had made two NRL appearances for South Sydney in 2020 and had previously played for various other teams, including the Brisbane Broncos and the Cook Islands national team.
The news of Dargan's passing has been met with shock and grief from his rugby league peers. Many players and teammates took to social media to express their condolences and remember the talented player. Manly Sea Eagles star Josh Schuster tweeted, "Shocked and saddened to hear of Troy Dargan's passing. Rest in peace, brother. Forever in our hearts." James Schiller, a teammate of Dargan on the Raiders, also posted a tribute on social media, saying, "Devastated to hear the news about TJ. Such a talented player and an even better teammate. Rest easy, brother."
Dargan's management and the Raiders club have released statements expressing their deep sorrow and condolences to his family and loved ones. Former rugby league winger Daniel Vidot, now a professional wrestler in the WWE, extended his condolences, saying, "Heartbreaking news. Thoughts and prayers are with Troy Dargan's family. Rest in peace." Greg Marzhew, a Gold Coast winger who played with Dargan in the Eels' lower grades, also paid tribute, saying, "Gone too soon. Troy Dargan, a true talent and a great person. My heart goes out to his family and friends."
The rugby league community mourns the loss of Troy Dargan and will remember him for his skills on the field and the impact he made throughout his career.