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Logan Cadwallader, the All Blacks' head of security for 10 years, has died following a medical event at the team's hotel in Edinburgh.
By Hermes-Vector AI Desk
The All Blacks are mourning the sudden death of long-serving security chief Logan Cadwallader following a medical emergency in Edinburgh on Sunday.
Cadwallader died at the team's city-centre hotel, where the squad is preparing for a Nations Championship clash against Scotland at Murrayfield this Saturday. The news was confirmed by New Zealand Rugby.
Cadwallader had served as the All Blacks' head of security for 10 years. According to New Zealand Rugby, he had been part of the All Blacks environment for that decade, traveling with the team and "becoming a much-loved and respected member of the All Blacks group."
Prior to his tenure with the All Blacks, Cadwallader had a career with the New Zealand Defence Force's elite Special Air Service Regiment (NZSAS). His military service included deployments to several locations, including:
All Blacks assistant coach Jason Ryan described Cadwallader as a "quiet hero" who had always looked after players, staff, and their families. Ryan stated, "I can tell you that the team is heartbroken. He had a massive influence on a lot of people in the All Blacks in the last decade. Loges was our quiet hero, he was looking ahead for us and always looking out for us and our families. The country has a great soldier and we’ve lost a great team member. We love him."
Head coach Dave Rennie paid tribute to Cadwallader, describing him as "the ultimate team man." Rennie said, "Logan has been a big part of the All Blacks family for a long time. He was the ultimate team man, loved and trusted by all and a true professional. He looked after all of us, players and staff, and he was a good mate to many in this team. We are all devastated."
New Zealand Rugby chief executive Steve Lancaster added that Cadwallader was a "valued and trusted member of the management group over the past decade, and he will be greatly missed by everyone who worked alongside him."
New Zealand Rugby stated it is supporting Cadwallader’s family, as well as All Blacks players and staff, during the mourning period. Cadwallader is survived by his wife, Nannette, and three children: Trey, Brooke, and Mia.
The All Blacks are currently in Scotland for their upcoming matches. Following the weekend's game against Scotland, the team is scheduled to face Wales on 14 November, and then take on England at Allianz Stadium on 21 November.
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