It is with great sadness that we announce the death of one of our players, Matt Peirce.
Matt passed away in the early hours of Tuesday morning (21st Jun) after complaining of being unwell on Sunday. He had contracted a viral infection that attacked his heart and despite wonderful medical attention he could not be revived.
Matt developed through our under 19’s and during the last two years as a great contributor to our reserves. Matt persisted with his football and improved his skills and had begun to play terrific team footy. Last Saturday we celebrated his 50th game.
He was always quick with a joke on and off the field but just as quick to help out around the club with outstanding commitment. Matt was a wonderful human being and a gentle and sincere young man.
The Pirates have lost one of our sons who will never be forgotten.