Clubs mourn shock loss of beloved larrikin

“He was a true larrikin with an infectious sense of humor, incredibly quick wit, and a cheekiness that brought light and laughter to all around him.”

Sporting clubs across the Colac district are mourning the shock loss of Jesse “Shooter” Lucas, following his tragic death this week.

The Colac Imperials Football Netball Club and the Colac Cricket Club both paid tribute to the beloved clubman, with the Stallions saying the club “will not be the same without you in it”.

The Imperials penned the following tribute.

“Jesse “Shooter” Lucas, a beloved member of our club family, who tragically passed away this week at the age of 24.

“There are not many people that love our club more than Shooter. Starting as a junior player, his love for the club was undeniable. As he got older, he was on his way to becoming a top-class football administrator.

“Known and loved throughout the southwest, Shooter had an uncanny ability to keep his finger on the pulse of the football community, he knew who was going where, what the ins and outs were, there was just about nothing he didn’t know about the CDFNL making lasting impacts far and wide.

“He was a true larrikin with an infectious sense of humor, incredibly quick wit, and a cheekiness that brought light and laughter to all around him. His presence lifted our spirits and his departure has left a void in our hearts.

“Our thoughts and deepest sympathies go out to his parents, Pete and Linda, and his brothers, Sam and Brady, during this incredibly tough time. Shooter was taken from us far too soon, and his loss is felt by everyone in the club and community.

“We will soon share details of a memorial service to honor and celebrate Jesse’s life. Please join us in remembering Shooter and extending support to his family and each other as we all navigate this loss together.

“Rest in peace, Shooter. Forever an Imps person, forever in our hearts.

#forever24 💙🤍”