Antonio Loiacono Age, Cause of Death, Bio, Parents, Net Worth

Publish date: 2024-05-02

The South Australian football community is devastated by the loss of a young talented country player, Antonio Loiacono.

Following an accident on the field during a game, young South Australian country player Antonio Loiacono passed away unexpectedly at a young age.

Antonio Loiacono Age

He was 20 years old.

What Happened to Antonio Loiacono?

The teenage footballer’s brother has remembered his only sibling and “best friend” who would go on to save the lives of others as an organ donor after being declared brain dead following a horrifying on-field collision.

Around 8 o’clock on Saturday night, an accident occurred during a game at Gumeracha Oval in the Adelaide Hills. Antonio Loiacono, 20, was involved and was transported to the Royal Adelaide Hospital in severe condition.

Peter Malinauskas, said on Monday,
“We know that the young gentleman was taken to the South Australian premier, hospital pretty quickly after the event and was in a critical condition, but for his life to be so tragically lost is heartbreaking, it’s heartbreaking”.

Antonio Loiacono Cause of Death

The brother of a football player who tragically passed away at the young age of 20 following a terrible collision on the pitch has disclosed that his kind sibling will donate his organs to save the lives of a baby boy and an adolescent.

His younger brother Jack Loiacono, 19, stated that the Adelaide tradesman was hurt while attempting to pick up the ball. “He had an instant cardiac arrest due to the force of the strike. Jack stated to NCA NewsWire that the man was unable to breathe on his own.

Antonio was pronounced brain dead at 3 p.m. on Sunday, but his family has been informed that he will still save two lives. We still have some time with him till later tonight because he’s an organ donor, Jack added. That’s wonderful news since he’s saving a baby boy and a 19-year-old.

Who is Antonio Loiacono?

The gifted player Antonio had previously played for premier Riverland Football League club Waikerie, as well as SANFL club Norwood’s under-18 team in 2019.

The family member claimed the top utility had sustained ‘too many’ concussions and shouldn’t have been playing football in the first place, as the AFL community continues to be shaken by the fatal results of head knocks.

Antonio’s brother Jack Loiacono: Statement

Jack described the 20-year-old as “the most respectful, caring, loving, and beautiful soul”. “He was always loyal,” “Antonio would always put a smile on everyone’s face.

Antonio’s bittersweet, selfless last acts fit with how Jack will remember his brother: kind, caring, and compassionate. “He just wanted to make sure everyone was having a positive time. He would wear the loudest shirt and the goofiest shoes. Antonio was so unique,” Jack said.

“Everyone who knew him loved him. He was just the most respectful, loving, and caring person. “He lit up the room and put smiles on everyone’s faces when he walked in.”

Jack also shared a tribute to his “best friend and the person I look up to most”. “Words can’t describe the pain we all feel, you’re loved by so many,” he wrote.

“You will always be in my heart and I’ll talk to you every day. “You are the most caring thoughtful person I’ve come across and always looked out for me, I’m so grateful for everything you’ve done, and helped me through you’re my guidance and always will be.”

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