Maddy Lawrence a university student, was injured during a game playing for the University of West Of England (UWE) against the University of Bristol on March 7 when she was injured while being tackled. She was taken to hospital but unfortunately, she dies after 18 days in hospital on March 25.
Lawrence was only 20 years old and playing in the position of Winger also known as Twinkle Toes. She was a first-year student living in halls of residence and had only begun playing rugby last year. Her teammate and teachers have paid tribute to her funnel.
Paying tribute to her teammate, Maddie Crofts said: “She was honestly the nicest person I have ever met.” She added: “She was always so bubbly and always had a smile on her face. “It is cheesy to say but the room did light up when Maddy was there.” Ms. Lawrence was a first-year student living in halls of residence and had only begun playing rugby last year, Ms. Crofts said.
Since the injury, she said the team had been in “contact with her family who have been keeping us updated”. Despite being in the hospital, she said her family “have always said how much the girls and team meant to her and how much rugby changed her life”.
Ms. Lawrence “loved” rugby, her teammates said “None of us were expecting her to pass away so it was just such a big shock to us,” she added. “We are such a close-knit team that it’s like losing a sister.” Tributes for the student have flowed in from across the sporting spectrum including from the Rugby Football Union. In a tweet, it extended its “heartfelt sympathies to the family and friends” of Ms. Lawrence. The number 11 shirt she was wearing during the game has been retired as a mark of respect, the team revealed. There will also be a minute’s applause during the next match at the weekend to remember the student.
The UWE team said in an Instagram post: “Maddy exemplified what it means to be a UWE Women’s Rugby Player, tackling every new skill with enthusiasm.
“She proudly represented our club both on and off the rugby pitch, growing into the sport and our rugby family. “Maddy was a bubbly girl who was so fun to be around. Whenever she smiled and laughed you couldn’t help but smile and laugh with her.” The team added: “Her everlasting energy has left its mark on this club, she will forever be our number 11 and will forever be our friend.”
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In tribute to her, the team has organized a gathering at Lockleaze Sports Centre on Wednesday. It will be attended by sports teams from both universities and will feature a game of tag rugby.
Our efforts to find out more about Maddy Lawrence came to no avail as no such information is publicly available. Thus, the identity of Maddy Lawrence is still unclear. We will update this section once this information is available.
Maddy Lawrence a university student, was injured during a game playing for the University of West Of England (UWE) against the University of Bristol on March 7 when she was injured while being tackled. She was taken to hospital but unfortunately, she dies after 18 days in hospital on March 25.
Maddy was only 20 years old and playing in the position of Winger also known as Twinkle Toes. She was a first-year student living in halls of residence and had only begun playing rugby last year. Her teammate and teachers have paid tribute to her funnel.
Paying tribute to her teammate, Maddie Crofts said: “She was honestly the nicest person I have ever met.” She added: “She was always so bubbly and always had a smile on her face. “It is cheesy to say but the room did light up when Maddy was there.” Ms. Lawrence was a first-year student living in halls of residence and had only begun playing rugby last year, Ms. Crofts said.
Since the injury, she said the team had been in “contact with her family who have been keeping us updated”. Despite being in the hospital, she said her family “have always said how much the girls and team meant to her and how much rugby changed her life”.
Ms. Lawrence “loved” rugby, her teammates said “None of us were expecting her to pass away so it was just such a big shock to us,” she added. “We are such a close-knit team that it’s like losing a sister.” Tributes for the student have flowed in from across the sporting spectrum including from the Rugby Football Union. In a tweet, it extended its “heartfelt sympathies to the family and friends” of Ms. Lawrence. The number 11 shirt she was wearing during the game has been retired as a mark of respect, the team revealed. There will also be a minute’s applause during the next match at the weekend to remember the student.
The UWE team said in an Instagram post: “Maddy exemplified what it means to be a UWE Women’s Rugby Player, tackling every new skill with enthusiasm.
“She proudly represented our club both on and off the rugby pitch, growing into the sport and our rugby family. “Maddy was a bubbly girl who was so fun to be around. Whenever she smiled and laughed you couldn’t help but smile and laugh with her.” The team added: “Her everlasting energy has left its mark on this club, she will forever be our number 11 and will forever be our friend.”
In tribute to her, the team has organized a gathering at Lockleaze Sports Centre on Wednesday. It will be attended by sports teams from both universities and will feature a game of tag rugby.
Our efforts to find out more about Maddy Lawrence came to no avail as no such information is publicly available. Thus, the identity of Maddy Lawrence is still unclear. We will update this section once this information is available.