Andrew Krakouer passes away at 42

[The Sultan]

Just announced on SEN former Collingwood and Richmond player Andrew Krakouer passed away at 42, reportedly due to heart issues.

Edit: link added

Tributes flow after ex-AFL player Andrew Krakouer dies aged 42

The AFL Mark of the Year winner died on Sunday, sparking an outpouring of grief from teammates and coaches.

7news.com.au

 

[Great8]

So young and so sad

 

[What else we can do]

Condolences to his family loved watching him play.

 

[Altum Volantes]

Really sad!

A man who got his life back together and would have inspired a lot of folks.

Still remember him dominiately for the Swans in the 2010 WAFL GF - the guy was next level that day.

Was disappointed he went to the Pies instead of the Eagles at the end of 2010 but I guess can’t blame him for picking the reigning premier over the spoon holder!

 

[voorhees]

had plays that could light the field up..
RIP Krakouer

 

[Bunk Moreland]

Man that’s sad

 

[CakeEater]

Its actually a shame no one has ever cut up the highlight package of that 2010 gf.

40+ possessions and 4 goals plus the match winner to win Swans the Flag.

Him and Coniglio were the difference makers that day

 

[Del125763]

Just announced on SEN former Collingwood and Richmond player Andrew Krakouer passed away at 42, reportedly due to heart issues.

Edit: link added

Tributes flow after ex-AFL player Andrew Krakouer dies aged 42

The AFL Mark of the Year winner died on Sunday, sparking an outpouring of grief from teammates and coaches.

7news.com.au

Wow . Thats way too young. RIP.......

Just remember listening to him on a few of the footy shows in the last couple of years, seem to be a leader to his people with his media work and all.

 

[Toump Ass]

Jesus Christ that's young. So sad.

 

[snozulu]

Condolences to the Krakouer family RIP Andrew.

 

[Paul Kersey]

Sad news.

 

[Nepotism]

All the best to family and friends. He was a wonderful footballer.

 

[Cookiemon]

This is so very sad

Memories of seeing Andrew as a newborn with his dad Jim after an MCG game back in the day **** me only 42 years

Would have loved him at North was an amazing talent

Rest in peace & thanks for the memories

Love & thoughts to the Krakouer family

 

[Del125763]

This feels like yesterday:




2011 AFL Mark of the Year

 

[Mr_Bojangles]

This is terrible news. He really had turned his life around, even when at Swan Districts he was involved in a lot of community work.

Not even a Swans fan but that 2010 Grand Final is the greatest game ever. Had everything including his monumental effort.

 

[Cam Payne]

Very sad. His is a redemption story worth celebrating.

 

[Jon#]

Very sad. Watched him play some fantastic games.

 

[South of the Yarra]

Farewell Brother. Rest easy good man. Let the spirits take you home to your ancestors.

 

[kickazz]

RIP. Very sad news. Way too young.

 

[Byron_Clanger]

RIP Andy.

The 2010 WAFL Granny was one of the best on field performances I've ever seen.

 

[geoffhop]

Its actually a shame no one has ever cut up the highlight package of that 2010 gf.

40+ possessions and 4 goals plus the match winner to win Swans the Flag.

Him and Coniglio were the difference makers that day

One of the best individual performances I have seen in all my years, his willingness and ability to get to the ball that day was a sight to behold. Go well Andrew.

 

[ferball]

RIP.

Devestated for him and his mob.

 

[passmark]

Terrible news.

 

[VL3OJ]

I am so at a loss for words - so young and CakeEater summed up a little of his stellar career. My thoughts go out to his family, mob and team mates. If you are mob, please remember there is always 13Yarn to talk to someone if this has affected you.

RIP Andrew

 

[Monocle]

Oh dear I am saddened by this awful news.

So young and as if his extended family haven't already been through enough.

As a Claremont Member I will never forget Andrews game in the 2010 WAFL Grand Final, ( one of the best games of footy I have ever watched ), hurt like hell watching the Premiership slip from our grasp with 40 seconds to go.

The whole matter was made worse for me as I was bitterly disappointed that he wasn't playing for Claremont as did his father Jimmy and Uncle Phil.

What an exciting player he was to watch, that "Krakouer Magic" lived on with him and his game day exploits.

More to the point such a tragedy that one so young has passed, thoughts go out to his family, loved ones and friends.