Greig Oliver, a rugby coach, was killed when two tandem paragliders collided in Cape Town.
NSRI`s Craig Lambinon said one of the paragliders landed safely, with the pilot and passengers unharmed, while the other deployed a backup parachute and landed about 200-300 meters on the boardwalk.
‘‘As a player, Greig represented Scotland in the inaugural Rugby World Cup in 1987 and has since been a competent coach to up-and-coming talent at Ireland A, Ireland U20, and most recently Munster from 2011-2014.
The Ireland U20 Team will compete in the Rugby U20 World Cup in the Western Cape.
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“A former international scrumhalf, Greig played for Scotland in two Rugby World Cups.
“A devoted family man, he was hugely proud of his children`s sporting achievements as Jack followed in his footsteps by pursuing a career in rugby while daughter Ciara excelled at Gaelic football.
” Munster Rugby CEO Ian Flanagan said: “We are all in a state of shock following Greig`s tragic passing.
” Irish Rugby Football Union CEO Kevin Potts said news of his death was “an unspeakable tragedy,” adding “Greig was a hugely popular member of staff and played a key role in the development of many young players.
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