Warren Abrahams, Former Wales Coach, Passes Away: Rugby Mourns His Departure

The rugby world mourns the loss of Warren Abrahams, former head coach of the Wales women’s team, who passed away at the age of 43. Abrahams, who led Wales from November 2020 to July 2021, died in Kenya, where he was coaching the Belgium women’s sevens team.

Belgian rugby mourns the sudden loss of BelSevens coach, Warren Abrahams. Warren was in Kenya with the Belgian women’s sevens team for the Safari 7’s tournament when he passed away.

Statement from Rugby Belgium

The Welsh Rugby Union (WRU) expressed its condolences through its social media: Our deepest condolences to the family and friends of Warren Abrahams from everyone at Welsh rugby. The Harlequins club also issued a statement expressing their regret:

Everyone at Harlequins is deeply shocked and saddened by the sudden passing of former Academy coach Warren Abrahams. Warren had a lasting impact on the club during his time with the academy from 2011 to 2019. His passion, leadership and commitment to player development were felt not only at Harlequins, but throughout the rugby world during his distinguished career.

Harlequins Statement

Our thoughts and sincere condolences are with Warren’s family, friends, and loved ones during this incredibly difficult time.