Troy Broadbridge ... 26 December, 2004

[Whispering_Jack 31,131]

Troy Broadbridge, Melbourne Footballer (40 games, 2 goals between 2001 and 2004) married Trisha Silvers on 18 December 2004. Eight days later, while spending their honeymoon in the Phi Phi Islands, Thailand, Troy drowned after being swept out to sea by the tsunami that followed the Indian Ocean earthquake and killed an estimated 227,898 people.

We will never forget him.

[Deemania since 56 6,763]

53 minutes ago, Whispering_Jack said:

Troy Broadbridge, Melbourne Footballer (40 games, 2 goals between 2001 and 2004) married Trisha Silvers on 18 December 2004. Eight days later, while spending their honeymoon in the Phi Phi Islands, Thailand, Troy drowned after being swept out to sea by the tsunami that followed the Indian Ocean earthquake and killed an estimated 227,898 people.

We will never forget him.

Very sad times. I still remember his phenomenal improvement that prior season, from good to better, then better to fabulous - a real surprise package onfield. Much loved by supporters, his promise was huge for a good pre-season and a very big 2005 season. Never forgotten. 

[Redleg 41,942]

Very sad memories of a tragic day. 

[Diamond_Jim 12,687]

Recalling the way the news came in that Boxing day... it was just a growing disaster.

Cannot think of any other natural event that killed so many people.

RIP Troy and so many others who perished that day in terrible circumstances.

[Sir Why You Little 37,307]

14 years ago. I heard a news report late Christmas day that something bad had happened to parts of Asia. I had been to Patong Beach 7 years earlier. That was all gone. 

I had to look up the word “Tsunami” had not heard it before. 

It was then i realized what had really happened. 

The movie that was made, i cannot watch it. I have been to too many Asian Beaches to eat, swim and party out under a full moon

RIP Troy. Never Forgotten

MFC

[Deeoldfart 8,105]

Troy's short life and developing career were celebrated a few months later at our first match of the season, under lights vs Essendon at the MCG.  I'll never forget the eerie silence that enveloped the MCG during the pre-match that evening.  For many of us, I think it was the  first full realisation of what had happened, not just to Broady, but to the many thousand others who lost their lives in the tsunami.  The Dees had an easy win, and dedicated the victory to Troy ..... very fitting1

I also remember the great work done by the MFC in building a new school on the Phi Phi Islands in Broady's memory.  Many of the players of the day gave up their time to assist with the building project.

RIP Broady.  Never forgotten.

[faultydet 7,623]

RIP Broady, and respects to your family, who would undoubtedly be feeling your loss today.

 

Terrific footballer, and by all reports a great bloke also.

Not forgotten.

[Sir Why You Little 37,307]

37 minutes ago, Deeoldfart said:

Troy's short life and developing career were celebrated a few months later at our first match of the season, under lights vs Essendon at the MCG.  I'll never forget the eerie silence that enveloped the MCG during the pre-match that evening.  For many of us, I think it was the  first full realisation of what had happened, not just to Broady, but to the many thousand others who lost their lives in the tsunami.  The Dees had an easy win, and dedicated the victory to Troy ..... very fitting1

I also remember the great work done by the MFC in building a new school on the Phi Phi Islands in Broady's memory.  Many of the players of the day gave up their time to assist with the building project.

RIP Broady.  Never forgotten.

As the sun set on that game

The sky was Red and Blue for a time

That i will NEVER forget

Broady was watching...

[dl4e 5,851]

Tragic loss. I can always remember his last game he played for us against Essendon in the elimination final and he had Hird as an opponent. I thaught he beat Hird as well.

[deebug 1,754]

Lovely person, always had time for his fans. Loved his huge smile.

 

[Sir Why You Little 37,307]

Died whilst saving his new wife

Troy is a hero we should all look up to

[At Least I Saw a Flag 5,315]

Agree with previous posters. He played a blinder in his last match - a final v Essendon. I was also at the Troy Broadbridge match the next year. Yes, it was very emotional.

Clearly a top bloke ... and would have gone on to be a top player. 

RIP.

[Nasher 33,617]

It’s hard to believe that next year will mark 15 years. The sick feeling I got as a young man upon hearing he was missing still lingers. Feels like yesterday.

[Lil_red_fire_engine 11,288]

Forever rest in peace you big red fire engine.