Rugby league community is mourning the tragic death of South Sydney Rabbitohs junior Johannes Logan

The rugby league community is mourning the tragic death of South Sydney Rabbitohs junior Johannes Logan.

It was confirmed on Thursday the 18-year-old had died by suicide, with tributes flowing for the talented footballer.

NRL reporter The Mole wrote on X: “Terrible news – Souths Jersey Flegg prop Johannes Logan has died. Here is a link to support his family.”

Originally from Orange in NSW, Johannes started out playing rugby union before turning his attention to rugby league after moving to Sydney, where he was based in Coogee.

Johannes attended St Joseph’s College and played 1st XV football for his school at GPS level in a sign of the bright future he had on the football field.

He was part of South Sydney’s SG Ball program and was on track to play in the club’s Jersey Flegg squad in 2026.

Standing 6’1” and weighing 103kg, Johannes was said to be a powerful presence on the field, and the talented prop was seen as a potential future star of the NRL.

A GoFundMe page has been set up, with more than $50,000 already raised for the Logan family. “Support the Logan family during this difficult time, if you would like to help out, a donation would be most welcomed,” the GoFundMe description reads.“These funds will go directly to the family to help them during this difficult time.“Our prayers are with Rene, Andrew, AJ, and Abi. You will be missed Johannes.”