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The rugby league community is in mourning after South Sydney Rabbitohs junior player, Johannes Logan, tragically passed away at the age of 19.
Coaches, team-mates and his club, the Rabbitohs, took to social media to pay tribute to Logan on Wednesday, following the terrible news.
‘The South Sydney Rabbitohs are mourning the passing of Jersey Flegg Cup player, Johannes Logan, who passed away this week,’ a statement from the Rabbitohs said.
‘Johannes, who came from Orange in central west New South Wales, was a much-loved member of the Rabbitohs, willing to support his team-mates and the Club on and off the field.'
The rugby league player, who also played water polo and was an aspiring swimmer, had attended the famous St Joseph’s College in Hunters Hill.
Originally from Orange, Logan had captained the school’s senior swimming team and had a promising footy career ahead of him, having also represented New South Wales.
Tributes have been made to South Sydney junior player Johannes Logan, who has tragically passed away at the age of 19.
Logan is pictured as he was about to score a try for South Sydney. News of his passing has left the rugby league community in shock
Logan was in the South Sydney Jersey Flegg Cup squad for the 2026 season after playing SG Ball for the club’s under 19s and under 21s sides in 2025.
‘The young middle forward had developed strong bonds and friendships within the playing group and staff, and he will be dearly missed by everyone connected to the Rabbitohs,' the club's statement added.
‘The South Sydney Rabbitohs, the RLPA, the NRL and St Joseph’s College are supporting the Logan family, Johannes’ friends and teammates, club-mates and staff at this very difficult time, and we all request privacy for his family and friends while they mourn the passing of Johannes.’
The club shared the statement on Instagram, with many, including former player Joe Williams, commenting multiple love-heart emojis in tribute.
Facebook pages were also flooded with messages from those paying their respects to the young rugby league player.
As of the time of writing, over $60,000 had been raised on a GoFundMe page set up to help the Logan family.
South Sydney captain Cameron Murray was one of many who donated, sending $250 to Logan's family. Former Rabbitohs forward Jacob Host also donated.
'It is with profound sadness that we share the unexpected passing of Johannes Logan, an 19-year-old rugby player from Coogee, New South Wales,' one of the tribute posts read.
'Johannes, a talented and dedicated athlete, had shown exceptional promise in his first year playing in the SG Ball Cup, and many saw him as a rising star of Australian rugby.'
The talented player has been remembered as an exceptional young rugby league star after his death aged just 19
Logan, who played at prop, was in the South Sydney Jersey Flegg Cup squad for 2026 after playing SG Ball for the club this year
While he had initially started playing rugby union at St Joseph’s, Logan later switched to play rugby league, where he quickly made an impact as a forward who had a powerful presence on the field and was admired for his skill, work ethic and fearless approach.
'Coaches and teammates alike praised him not only for his talent but for his passion, determination, and integrity as a player and as a person,' a tribute post read.
'Off the field, Johannes was known for his warmth, kindness, and strong character. Friends and teammates remember him as a supportive, positive, and encouraging presence – someone who inspired others through both his athletic ability and his genuine nature.'
Tributes continue to pour in online for the teenager.
'Absolutely devastating. Our thoughts and prayers are with the Logan family,' one person wrote on Facebook.
'Absolutely heartbreaking. Sending my love and prayers to the Logan family. Such a loss,' another said.
The South Sydney Rabbitohs have been contacted for comment.
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