Pedrie Wannenburg played and coached with the Austin Gilgronis when it was known as Austin Elite.
. Wannenburg also had two children in the truck, an eight-year-old boy who was airlifted as well, and a ten-year-old girl. The boy had life-threatening injuries and as of Saturday morning, was in critical condition. The girl had no reported injuries.
released a statement on social media, "Pedrie was a special man that loved rugby. I was lucky enough to play alongside him and also be coached by him," said prop Mason Pedersen. "I will cherish the memories we made together. I send my condolences to the family. A great man has gone too soon."
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