The statement said he briefly stabilised on his knees after making the tackle before collapsing. Best was immediately treated on the field by multiple Level 2 sports trainers who performed CPR before an ambulance arrived, the statement said. Paramedics attempted to stabilise the player, who was subsequently taken to hospital, where sadly he was later reported as deceased. The organisation send its condolences to Best s family and friends and the Maroochydore club. The QRL and rugby league community send their most sincere condolences to Best s family and friends, as well the Maroochydore club, the statement said. The QRL will continue to assist the club through this difficult time and is providing wellbeing support.
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Subscriber only A Coast rugby league club says it hasn t gone rogue or switched allegiance from the Sunshine Coast Falcons to a rival Intrust Super Cup club. Beerwah Bulldogs did however confirm the club had an arrangement with the Norths Devils where they would provide ways for players to train and trial at the Brisbane-based club. Bulldogs captain coach Jordan Meads said the club had met with the Sunshine Coast Falcons and the Sunshine Coast Rugby League late last year who had granted their proposal. However, it s understood that their move has not been well received with other local clubs.
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Subscriber only A Coast rugby league club says it hasn t gone rogue or switched allegiance from the Sunshine Coast Falcons to a rival Intrust Super Cup club. Beerwah Bulldogs did however confirm the club had an arrangement with the Norths Devils where they would provide ways for players to train and trial at the Brisbane-based club. Bulldogs captain coach Jordan Meads said the club had met with the Sunshine Coast Falcons and the Sunshine Coast Rugby League late last year who had granted their proposal. However, it s understood that their move has not been well received with other local clubs.