The Queensland Rugby League extends its deepest condolences to Maroons forward Tino Fa’asuamaleaui and the entire Fa’asuamaleaui family following the passing of Tino’s father, Fereti.
A beloved member of the Queensland rugby league family, Fereti was an inspiration for his three children - Olivia, Tino and Iszac - alongside loving wife Dianne.
Maroons coach Billy Slater said:
“Unfortunately, this morning we received the sad news that Tino’s father, Fereti, had passed away.
“Fereti had been battling an illness for some time, which Tino spoke about publicly earlier this week.
“Like many fathers, Fereti was, and always will be, an inspiration and a hero for Tino.
“On behalf of myself, this footy team and the state of Queensland, our love and condolences go to the Fa’asuamaleaui family — particularly Fereti’s wife, Dianne, his daughter, Olivia, and his sons, Iszac and Tino.
“Although Tino has already indicated to me that his wish is to play on Wednesday night, I think we can all appreciate the importance of him being with his family right now.
“That will be his priority, and he’ll be given all the time he needs with his family.”
