Cory Heather suffered a severe brain injury after being knocked out during a match.
Tributes have been paid to a "much loved" amateur rugby player who died on the field after suffering a severe brain injury.
A rescue helicopter was scrambled to the scene and the 33-year-old was flown to Auckland City Hospital in critical condition. Doctors found he had suffered a severe brain injury.Friends of Cory's family have described him as a "bright spark" and "hands on" Dad to Stevie, Benji and Louie. "The club is heartbroken by Cory's passing. His family, friends and teammates, all have our love and support.
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