(December 2021). Why is that? Deeply grieved to learn of the unfortunate demise of Scotland international Siobhan Cattigan, said Sir Bill Beaumont, the chairman of World Rugby and a former England captain. MD: We reached out to the Cattigan family directly after the incident happened in various ways and we never heard anything from the Cattigan family then. Siobhan Cattigans family filed a lawsuit against Scottish Rugby, and World Rugby after the back-rower for Stirling County passed away suddenly in 2013. Q: Bryan Easson (Scotland women's team coach) has denied that he did anything wrong in his duty of care to Siobhan. Whether that is damaging or deleterious to rugby in the longer-term, I don't know and can't say yet. There is one part of the story that has been out there. ", "Specialist Scottish Rugby workers are now giving ongoing support to those who have been impacted the hardest. "She was a fine player and an inspiration to many. Cattigan, who was capped 19 times by Scotland during her career, died on Friday. "The Sun", "Sun", "Sun Online" are registered trademarks or trade names of News Group Newspapers Limited. Surely you'll know if you have been in touch with the family over the last three or four weeks. Siobhan Cattigan and Ann Taylor first met on a Sunday morning at The Burgh Coffeehouse in Stirling. However, Scottish Rugby has offered support to those who have been touched. She was just 26 years old. The family have said they feel let down and that, had their daughter been referred to a neurologist, she'd be alive today. This service is provided on News Group Newspapers' Limited's Standard Terms and Conditions in accordance with our Privacy & Cookie Policy. We dont know the reason behind her death. Siobhan's always pushed Jade really hard for a starting position anyway, she brings something different. Aodhn, a gifted football player, received numerous tributes following his passing. I am not going into the individual bits until we have all the facts. [1] The team coach was her father, who was a player at the club. "[12], In total, Cattigan made 19 appearances for Scotland. Siobhan Cattigan, a Scottish rugby player, was born in Scotland on April 11, 1995. Sign-up for our newsletter today to receive the latest updates, content and releases from Scottish Rugby. Rugby player Siobhan Cattigan, who represented Scotland internationally, passed away at age 26. Have legal papers been served in the Cattigan case? American tennis professional Taylor was born on April 16, 1996, and is ranked No. There is one part of the story that has been out there. There is a tragedy when you see any human being going through what's been alleged in the wider case, the Siobhan Cattigan case and with Kieran and John as well. We very much hope their privacy will be respected by everyone as they deal with their tragic loss.. And that extends to my team. If he [points to Mark Dodson] makes a mistake in selecting a coach and the coach makes a mistake in selecting the team the worst that can happen is that you might lose the game. Since then, they have written the article and have asked for their privacy to be protected. We were dealing through the uncle. Our staff are held to that level and I am comfortable they have executed those to the best of their ability. Follow Metro Sport for the latest news on Her death is believed to be an accident. In addition, her older brother played for the minis section and her dad was also a coach at the club. JJ: I said earlier our medical staff have been at the forefront of brain health over the years. JJ: We are not going to come back piecemeal to say this is right and that was wrong. My thoughts are with Siobhan's family and her Scotland and Stirling County teammates and friends at this difficult time. The courts will describe the timeline. "At this terrible moment, all of our personnel and players' thoughts and prayers go out to Siobhan's family and many teammates at Stirling County and around Scotland. Rugby legends have paid homage to the inspirational Scotland womens standout Siobhan Cattigan after her untimely death at 26. He explained his decision "She [Cattigan] played at 8 against Spain a couple of years ago and performed extremely well. "She was central to the development of women's rugby within the club and an inspiration to the girls in the youth section. She represented Scotland in international rugby from 2018 until her death in 2021. Any timeline on the legal action against the SRU? So I have a duty to provide my experience to the next generation and to the care of the players. I go on tour to Argentina for four-and-a-half weeks and I have sleepless nights every night when somebody's got a sore throat because it might transpire into something else. We were dealing through the uncle. Friends and coworkers were in shock when they heard the news last night, and the rugby community has been outpouring condolences all day. Her hometown was in Callander and she began playing rugby at the age of five, Siobhan has received a flood of heartfelt comments. I promised myself that day I would never let others opinions alter my life again.. A recent case against World Rugby and Scottish Rugby is being supported by parents Neil and Morven Cattigan. Our love, thoughts and heartfelt condolences are with Shibbys family at this devastating time. She passed away due to unknown circumstances. To suddenly go the way of an external review, you are talking two years. He tweeted: "Deeply saddened to hear of the tragic passing of Scotland international Siobhan Cattigan. That wasn't taken up. JJ (John Jeffrey) mentioned in his speech that this is a really complex and difficult issue. We are comfortable, I am very comfortable, with the actions of our staff and our people. Surely an external inquiry is needed. Q: So the allegations in the Sunday Times are wrong? I don't know many other professions that have that duty. I am not going into the individual bits until we have all the facts. She then played one season at U15s for Monklands Girls Team, based in Coatbridge but stopped playing rugby for the rest of high school and picked it back up again aged 19 at the University of Stirling. Cattigan, who was a back row, won 19 caps for her country was part of the team that beat Ireland in September's World Cup qualifiers, died last Friday, with her club Stirling describing it as a "tragic passing". "She was central to the development of women's rugby within the club and an inspiration to the girls in the youth section. The cause of death is unknown. [20] Her father has said "It had got to the point where she could no longer live with the pain in her head and Siobhan succumbed to an irrational thought and impulsive action."[21]. Edinburgh Rugby players take part in a minutes applause. Siobhan Elizabeth Cattigan won 19 caps for Scotland between 2018 and 2021, with the back-row making her international debut against Wales during the 2018 Six Nations. She barely broke into the top 100 this year, with her peak rating of 90th in April. She appeared to be single. "The thoughts of all our people and players go out to Siobhan's family and many team-mates at Stirling County and Scotland at this incredibly difficult time. So far my writing has improved in various ways. BBC Scotland chief sportswriter Tom English surveys the scenario for Rangers after another failure against Celtic in the Scottish Cup semi-finals. In an interview with the Sunday Times, the family, who have launched legal action against the SRU and World Rugby, claim they noticed a significant and alarming change in their daughter's personality following brain injuries suffered while representing Scotland. A statement from Scottish Rugby read: Scottish Rugby is deeply saddened to hear Scotland international Siobhan Cattigan has died. We are trying to establish the facts. ", We pay for your stories and videos! It was confirmed on Tuesday that the back row, who was capped 19 times by Scotland, died on Friday. May her soul rest in peace. The Sun website is regulated by the Independent Press Standards Organisation (IPSO). "The thoughts of all our people and players go out to Siobhan's family and many team-mates at Stirling County and Scotland at this incredibly difficult time. "Shibby has been a big part of County for many years and will be hugely missed by everyone at the club. To suddenly go the way of an external review, you are talking two years. The Sun website is regulated by the Independent Press Standards Organisation (IPSO), Our journalists strive for accuracy but on occasion we make mistakes. That's what I'm trying to establish with facts. Within the time lines we are trying to establish those facts now. We've got a grieving family, totally traumatised by what has happened. Whether that is damaging or deleterious to rugby in the longer-term, I don't know and can't say yet. If I make a mistake in prescribing for you, you could die. She was a talented athlete and a role model for many. People are interested in learning about Ryuichi Sakamoto kids. "Shibby was a team-mate and friend and we deeply mourn her loss. It's maybe the courts where the information actually emerges. MD: I have confidence in Bryan as a coach. According to her family, regulations on brain injuries werent adequately enforced, and she wasnt given the right aftercare to treat her recurrent injuries, which led to a decline in her mental health and, finally, to her death. At some point, I'll retire and somebody else can take that on. A statement from Siobhan's Stirling club added: "It's with a heavy heart we pass on the news of the tragic passing of Siobhan (Shibby) on Friday November 26. Have you personally phoned them? "The thoughts of all our people and players go out to Siobhan's family, friends and many teammates at Stirling County and Scotland at this incredibly difficult time. Scottish Rugby player Siobhan Cattigan has died aged 26, the sport's governing body and her club have announced. MD: Since the article appeared? The BBC's coverage of every Scottish Premiership team is bigger and better than ever before. [4], Cattigan played inside centre for her University and Stirling County, before moving into the back-row, usually in position 6 or 8, for both club rugby and for Scotland. Q: Do the accusations hurt? Bryan Easson (Scotland women's team coach) has denied that he did anything wrong in his duty of care to Siobhan. From my point of view, I'm examining everything I can examine and, of course, GMC guidelines, legal precedent and even acts of parliament prevent us from sharing certain information, which can only be shared either in a court of law or at the behest of others, and at the moment I don't have the behest of others. A person coming in from the outside to examine things? Siobhan Cattigan (11 April 1995 26 November 2021)[1] was a Scottish rugby union player. Specialist Scottish Rugby employees are now providing ongoing support to those most closely affected.. Since the rugby stars death was not reported to Police Scotland, it is likely, not suspicious. Ireland beat England, win Six Nations Grand Slam, France beat Wales to keep slim 6N hopes alive, Welsh rugby agrees standard contracts after row, Do Not Sell or Share My Personal Information. ADVERTISEMENT The back row, who won 19 caps for her country, died on Friday, with her club Stirling describing it as a tragic passing. We have a duty of candour. Siobhan strongly supported female athletes and constantly denounced sexism in sports on social media. The thoughts of all our people and players go out to Siobhans family and many team-mates at Stirling County and Scotland at this incredibly difficult time. She was a member of Scotlands international rugby team from 2018 to 2021, until her death. There are bits of it we do not recognise. Cattigan, who won 19 caps for Scotland between 2018 and 2021, died on Friday Nov. 26, her club said. Cattigan, who earned 19 caps for Scotland, died on Friday, according to Scottish Rugby, with her club Stirling noting her death as a "tragic passing.". A talented player and a great competitor. JJ: There are bits of it we do not recognise. She studied Criminology and Sociology at the University of Stirling before going on to receive a Masters degree in Sports Psychology. Even if the court case against us is set in action, we don't control the timeline on that. Scotland international rugby player Siobhan Cattigan has suddenly passed away at the age of just 26. In the 201617 season, she captained the team that won the BUCS league. Her death was ruled non-suspicious. The back-row made her international debut against Wales during the Six Nations in 2018. She disclosed how sexist bullying at school had compelled her to give up the sport. What's your response to that? And that extends to my team. We've been sent impending notice of an action against us, which is normal in this kind of area. MD: We've got a grieving family, totally traumatised by what has happened. Cattigan, who won 19 caps between 2018 and 2021, died in November aged 26. Scotland rugby international Siobhan Cattigan has died suddenly at the age of 26, Scottish Rugby has confirmed. A State Police incident report states that at around 7:40 pm, Read More Munster Shooting: 30-Years Old Roy Viverette Arrested- Is He In Jail?Continue. A talented back-row forward and all-round rugby player, Siobhanstarted all three matches of the 2021 Womens Six Nations tournament, playing at number 8 against England, Italy and Wales. Do you accept that the optics of this are horrendous? I am trying to establish that timeline. You May Also Like:Paul Murdaugh Autopsy Photos Graphic: Obituary And Body. WebSiobhan Cattigan (11 April 1995 26 November 2021) [1] was a Scottish rugby union player. WebSiobhan Cattigan and Ann Taylor first met on a Sunday morning at The Burgh Coffeehouse in Stirling. Siobhan Cattigan passed away on Friday aged 26, Rugby legend Kevin Sinfield completes 24-hour charity run from Leicester to Leeds, Independent Press Standards Organisation (IPSO). SCOTLAND international rugby star Siobhan Cattigan has died suddenly aged 26, it was confirmed last night. Lots of people could take my place, but there are perhaps very few who are experienced as I. We responded immediately to the Cattigan family with our commiserations and gave them the opportunity to contact us. For weeks theyd been exchanging messages on a dating site. SCOTLAND international rugby player Siobhan Cattigan has suddenly passed away at the age of just 26. Likewise, the case began many years ago when a small baby had been murdered and thrown. She was 26. [17] She studied criminology and sociology at the University of Stirling and was following this with a masters in sports psychology. Hopefully, in time, the full story will come out. The back-row made her international debut against Wales during the Six Nations in 2018. In an interview with the Sunday Times, the family. As far as allegations are made against Bryan, we will look into those and establish facts as time goes past. If I make a mistake in prescribing for you, you could die. I said earlier our medical staff have been at the forefront of brain health over the years. There have been a number of people in touch with the Cattigan family. Rugby legend Sir Bill Beaumont has since led tributes to the sporting star. That's the best I can do. Today we will be talking about his age and wife, Lynlee Renick. She participated in the sport from the age of five until she was twelve years old when she began secondary school. pic.twitter.com/AsEbCrKURD. She was central to the development of womens rugby within the club and an inspiration to the girls in the youth section. The back row, who won 19 caps for her country, died on Friday, with Scottish Rugby saying they were "deeply saddened" to confirm her passing. The back-rower died on Friday, her club Stirling characterizing it as a "tragic departure." Playing for Stirling County Women was Cattigan. At her University and Stirling County, Cattigan played inside center before switching to the back row, typically in positions 6 or 8, for club rugby and Scotland. JJ: That support was offered to them at the time, when Siobhan died, and they didn't take that up. [18], Cattigan died unexpectedly on 26 November 2021. The culprit was Roy Viverette, 30, of Hammond, Indiana, according to the Police. Each Six Nations side's to-do list ahead of the 2023 World Cup: Where do England, Ireland, France stand? How Many Games Are Played In The First Round Of The NHL Playoffs. For further details of our complaints policy and to make a complaint please click this link: thesun.co.uk/editorial-complaints/, Tributes have poured in for the untimely death of Cattigan, Independent Press Standards Organisation (IPSO). Lets find out about Siobhan Cattigan Illness Before Death. She was a prominent member of the universitys rugby club, and captained her side to victory in the 2016/17 BUCS league. What happened to Bethune-Cookman alum Zion Harmon? Rachel Corsie and Leanne Crichton hear from Real Madrid's Caroline Weir, who discusses her dream move to Spain. Four innocent college students, Read More Bryan Kohberger Mental Illness: Borderline Personality Disorder- Case UpdateContinue, The world-renowned snake breeder Ben Renick was found dead in June 2017. Scotland international and Stirling County back row Siobhan Cattigan has died at the age of 26. Siobhan Cattigan, international rugby star, has died. After the main AGM, chief executive Mark Dodson (MD), Jeffrey (JJ) and James Robson (JR), the veteran medic who has worked in rugby for close to four decades, sat down with the media for questions. She represented the national team 19 times. [5], Cattigan was invited to join the Scottish Rugby pathway squad in 2017 and was included in the squad that beat Spain in an uncapped fixture in November 2017. It is a very simple thing to say, 'Let's go do an external review,' but you have to remember we have our people here who need to be protected as well. Do you have a story or video for The Scottish Sun? And we've got some very experienced people who are striving - not just in rugby but in all aspects - to provide the best care for sportsmen and women. Siobhan Cattigan started all three of Scotland's Six Nations matches earlier this year. SCOTLAND international rugby star Siobhan Cattigan has died suddenly aged 26, it was confirmed last night. It's maybe the courts where the information actually emerges. Her death was announced in a statement by the Stirling County Rugby Football Club. In an interview with The Sunday Times, Neil and Morven Cattigan describe how their daughters mental health deteriorated after she suffered brain injuries while training/playing and ultimately led to her death. Kohberger is currently one of the most hated names in the United States, as he was responsible for the brutal stabbings of four University of Idaho students. Q: How can you be comfortable if you don't know what the facts are? As far as allegations are made against Bryan, we will look into those and establish facts as time goes past. It alleges certain things around Siobhan's care. [3] She began playing for the team in 2014, alongside playing for the University of Stirling. [3] She began playing for the team in 2014, alongside playing for the University of Stirling. MD: There have been a number of people in touch with the Cattigan family. There are things we cannot go into for reasons around GMC (General Medical Council) guidelines and patient confidentiality. So people mustn't underestimate the amount of pressure and care that goes into a medic's brain. She passed away at the age of 26. She was a fine player and an inspiration to many. I have been writing articles from a very young age. What Happened to Siobhan Cattigan? Edinburgh Rugby and Glasgow Warriors paid their respect with moments of applause at their respective URC home matches in December 2021. Despite only joining the team in January, the 22-year-old had a significant effect on and off, Read More Aodhan Gillen Parents Michael and Margaret: Meet His Siblings Eoin, Cain And CorinContinue, Bryan Kohberger, the University of Idaho murders suspect, is presumed to have a mental illness. How can you be comfortable if you don't know what the facts are? We are not going to come back piecemeal to say this is right and that was wrong. At the moment, I can't tell you. MD: That's part of the issue we have - we don't recognise parts of that [Sunday Times article]. We are not going to comment on these things piecemeal, we are going to comment holistically on it. For other inquiries Contact Us. There are records we need to examine and have a look at. Siobhan started her journey in the Scottish Rugby International set up in 2017 and has been a much respected and loved player who will be greatly missed by us all. MD: Within the time lines we are trying to establish those facts now. MD: The optics of this are not what we are trying to establish. Back-rower Cattigan won 19 caps for Scotland before she died last November at the age of just 26. Her parents, Neil and Morven, have said rugby-related brain injuries caused deterioration in their daughter's condition and led to her death. In addition, the rugby player's death was not reported to Scotland's police force, implying that it was not a suspicious death. Our love, thoughts and heartfelt condolences are with Shibby's family at this devastating time. We just can't go there. Cattigan began playing rugby for McLaren minis in her hometown of Callander when she was five years old. How Many Kids Does Ryuichi Sakamoto Have? The rugby world is mourning the tragic death of Scottish international Siobhan Cattigan at the age of 26. MD: That's not for me to say and that's why we are waiting for medical opinion. Rugby icon Sir Bill Beaumont added: "Deeply saddened to hear of the tragic passing of Scotland international Siobhan Cattigan. You are confident you can stand up and offer a robust defence? I got called a man, muscly and many other derogatory things, she wrote on Twitter last year. Aodhn Gillen, who tragically passed away on Thursday, has been honored by Dundela Football Club with a moving memorial. In addition to competing for the University of Stirling, she started playing for the squad in 2014. View our online Press Pack. After the main AGM, chief executive Mark Dodson. Scotland Women run out at Scotstoun with a number 8 shirt to lay in Siobhans honour. Read More How Many Kids Does Ryuichi Sakamoto Have? Munster Shooting: 30-Years Old Roy Viverette Arrested- Is He In Jail? A statement from Siobhan's Stirling club ready: "It's with a heavy heart we pass on the news of the tragic passing of Siobhan (Shibby) on Friday November 26. JR: From my point of view, I'm examining everything I can examine and, of course, GMC guidelines, legal precedent and even acts of parliament prevent us from sharing certain information, which can only be shared either in a court of law or at the behest of others, and at the moment I don't have the behest of others. International rugby match for Scotland Siobhan Cattigan, who was 26 years old at her death, died suddenly. To inquire about a licence to reproduce material, visit our Syndication site. Then they asked for their privacy to be respected, so we are doing that. Everything you need to know about following football with BBC Sport Scotland. The family of Scotland international Siobhan Cattigan are calling for an independent inquiry into the circumstances that led to her death. , the veteran medic who has worked in rugby for close to four decades, sat down with the media for questions. Q: The allegation from the Cattigans, the impression of a lack of basic decency from the SRU around this. The Daily Telegraph reported that her death was unrelated to COVID-19, contrary to rumours spread on social media by anti-vaccination conspiracy theorists. 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My thoughts are with Siobhan's family and her Scotland and Stirling County teammates and friends at this difficult time.". The back row, who won 19 caps for her country, died on Friday, with Scottish Rugby saying they were "deeply saddened" to confirm her passing. "We very much hope their privacy will be respected by everyone as they deal with their tragic loss.". "Shibby has been a big part of County for many years and will be hugely missed by everyone at the club. I go home at the end of the day, or I come off my Zoom meetings at the end of the day, and I've got anxieties perpetuating in my brain because you can never be perfect, but you've got to strive to be as perfect as possible and in this case - or in any care - if we've let somebody down we need to learn that lesson and make it better for other people, but I can't comment on the specifics of this case. For other inquiries, Contact Us. It read: The account of Siobhan Cattigans life and sad passing reported in the media today, as told by her parents, made for challenging reading. Do you have confidence in him? All we can say is that we have to deal with what we know and what we knew at the time. WebAlong with condolences, many are wondering what Siobhan Cattigans cause of death was. [1][13] Her final appearance was in a 2021 Rugby World Cup qualifying match against Spain in September 2021. She was described as an "inspiration" and a "talented back-row forward and all-round rugby player". All we can say is that we have to deal with what we know and what we knew at the time. People want to know about Siobhan Cattigan Illness Before Death. Before I establish the facts, I can't determine whether we're confident. But the union said on Saturday that court may be "the most appropriate" place to discover the facts. It's with a heavy heart we pass on the news of the tragic passing of Siobhan (Shibby) on Friday 26th November.Please follow this link for the full statement from the club:https://t.co/R2p0RoIbek pic.twitter.com/pvQZIABJmT. Why is that? We're not controlling it. Zion Harmon has come under discussions that he was laced concerning the netizens about his whereabouts and basketball career. Any loss of life, in fact any illness, is always distressing to me. Family allege rugby-related brain injuries led to players death. CNN Scottish rugby international Siobhan Cattigan has died at the age of 26, Stirling County rugby club confirmed on Tuesday. ', and I said: 'Parents and other people should be more scared if we are not talking about it'. We reached out to the Cattigan family directly after the incident happened in various ways and we never heard anything from the Cattigan family then. "We very much hope their privacy will be respected by everyone as they deal with their tragic loss. The Sun website is regulated by the Independent Press Standards Organisation (IPSO), Siobhan Cattigan passed away on Friday aged 26, Rugby legend Kevin Sinfield completes 24-hour charity run from Leicester to Leeds, Independent Press Standards Organisation (IPSO). She joined the club in 2014, in addition to playing for the University of Stirling. With the two guys in the Times yesterday (former Glasgow player John Shaw and former Scotland international Kieran Low announced their intention to take legal action against the SRU) we're not sure for undetected brain injuries suffered in games. She went on to enjoy further notable success in a Scotland shirt, including a successful tour to South Africa in 2019 and the impressive draw against France during the 2020 Six Nations. Has anybody from the SRU contacted the family since the article appeared? 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