The rugby community is mourning the death of Clwb Rygbi Caernarfon and RGC second row Jack Davies, who has died aged just 24.
Davies represented North Wales side RGC in Super Rygbi Cymru, as well as Caernarfon in Welsh Rugby Union Division One North.
He joined Clwb Rygbi Caernarfon at the age of 12, having shown great promise as a young athlete. He progressed through several teams before earning a place in the RGC pathway.
Davies later moved to Cardiff Metropolitan University, where he completed a three-year degree in Physical Education and Sport. He then returned to Caernarfon and RGC, rejoining both senior squads in 2023.
The Welsh Rugby Union (WRU) paid tribute to the young player in a statement, which read: “The Welsh Rugby Union is deeply saddened by the sudden passing of RGC player Jack Davies.
“Our thoughts and heartfelt condolences are with Jack’s family, friends, teammates and everyone at RGC at this incredibly difficult time.”
RGC and Clwb Rygbi Caernarfon also released a joint statement confirming the tragic news and paying tribute to Davies.
It read: “It is with great sadness that Clwb Rygbi Caernarfon and RGC announce the death of one of our players, Jack Cameron Wynne Davies, aged just 24.
“After joining Clwb Rygbi Caernarfon at the age of 12 as a very promising athlete, he developed in a variety of teams and successfully managed to be part of the RGC pathway, before moving down to Cardiff Metropolitan University to study Physical Education and Sport for three years.
“He returned to Caernarfon and RGC, rejoining the senior squads in 2023.
“He was a key part of the RGC and CR Caernarfon family and his death is a devastating loss for everyone associated with both clubs.
“Our thoughts and deepest sympathies are with his family, friends, teammates and everyone who knew him during this difficult time.”
Super Rygbi Cymru also expressed its condolences, echoing the messages shared by RGC and the WRU.
Its statement read: “Super Rygbi Cymru is deeply saddened by the sudden passing of RGC player Jack Davies.
“Our thoughts and heartfelt condolences are with Jack’s family, friends, teammates and everyone at RGC at this incredibly difficult time.
“The entire Super Rygbi Cymru community stands together in grief and support, and we send you strength and support.”
Tributes have continued to pour in from across the rugby community, with several clubs and supporters sharing messages of condolence following the news.
One fan wrote: "Heartbreaking. Our thoughts are with his family and friends at such a sad time. Rest in peace young man."
Another added: "Love and thoughts to his family, friends and teammates."
The cause of Davies’ death has not been disclosed.
Everyone at RUCK sends their heartfelt condolences to Jack’s family, friends, teammates and all those affected by his untimely passing.
