French teenage rugby player dies after on-field injury
A 17-year-old amateur rugby player dies after suffering an on-field injury during a match for Union du Bassin Marmandais.
Clea Menier, a 17-year-old amateur rugby player from Union du Bassin Marmandais, tragically passed away due to an on-field injury sustained during a match against Agen Agglo Rugby on Saturday. The cause of her death, as confirmed by her club, was an unfortunate accident that occurred during the under-18s game.
Following the incident, Menier received immediate medical attention on the field before being transported to Pellegrin Hospital in Bordeaux, where she sadly succumbed to her injuries. The club and the French Rugby Federation (FFR) have not disclosed the specific nature of her injury.
Union du Bassin Marmandais expressed their profound sorrow, paying tribute to the emergency services who provided vital assistance to the young athlete. The club also extended its heartfelt condolences to Menier's loved ones, friends, teammates, coaches, and everyone else who knew her and shared her passion for rugby.
The French Rugby Federation shared in the collective grief, stating that the loss had deeply shaken the entire rugby community. The FFR offered its full support and solidarity to Menier's family, as well as to her teammates, coaches, and all members of Union du Bassin Marmandais. Efforts are underway to determine the circumstances surrounding this unfortunate accident.
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