He tried to inspire teammates, manager says

DETAILS from the final moments of Kato Ottio’s young life have emerged, showing how the rugby league star was attempting to inspire teammates with his last actions.
Speaking to Wide World of Sports, Ottio’s manager Steve Deacon revealed the former Canberra Raider was taking part in an 7km road run with players from the Hunters squad — Ottio was a former teammate the players.
The 23-year-old was implementing the professionalism he’d learned from his stint with the Raiders by pushing his body to the absolute limits in 33-degree heat.
“The run was over and a few of the boys walked back while others got a ride,” Deacon said.
“But Kato told a few of the players ‘let’s run back’ — he wanted to use the professionalism he gained from his time at Canberra to rub off on his younger countrymen.
“He got slower and eventually collapsed. He was unconscious and in a coma and they were not able to revive him.
“He passed away early this morning — he was a great guy and I’m just devastated.” – 7Sport