Service for Logan City footballer

  • Scott Mayman is an award-winning radio presenter and journalist who has worked professionally in both Australia and in the United States and is also a Correspondent for CBS News Radio in New York.

A service will be held on the Gold Coast today for former Logan City AFL Playmaker JAKE RYAN.

The 39 year old was killed last month while holidaying with friends in Europe.

“Football was his passion” according to his former coach Dave Sloan.   “He was a determined bloke – he’d have a genuine crack at everything he’d have a go at”.

“He was honest with his comments. He always got his point across, without offending anyone”.

Jake played for the South East Suns at Logan in 2015.   Other tributes have highlighted his time with the Logan Cobras.

JAKE RYAN – photo: courtesy Dave Sloan

He also captained Surfers Paradise in the QAFL.

The former Gold Coast Suns academy coach survived the 2002 Bali bombings.

It’s understood,  Ryan was out jogging in Italy when he was hit by a train,

The Friday afternoon service will be held from 1pm at Metricon stadium.

Parking is available in the Red Carpark and entry will be via Gate 5. As per COVID restrictions, all guests will be required to sign in on entry

Family has asked,  instead of flowers – well wishers should consider making a donation to your local AFL club.

Click HERE to see our earlier tribute to Jake.

*(Jake Ryan feature medal picture published with permission)

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