The shock death of the Bathurst Bulldogs footy star is sending shockwaves through her close-knit community

The unexpected death of a talented young rugby player has left her teammates and close-knit community in mourning.

Bathurst Bulldogs star Teagan Miller, from Mudgee in central-west NSW, died ‘unexpectedly’ this week.

Bathurst Bulldogs Rugby Club confirmed the news in a tribute to Ms Miller, described as a promising young player who brought the team closer.

“It is with a heavy heart that I share the tragic news of Teagan Miller’s passing,” the post said.

‘She left us unexpectedly and we are all struggling to come to terms with the loss.

“Teags was a valued member of the Bulldogs family whose presence on and off the field brought us all closer.”

Others in tThe close-knit rugby community also extended their condolences to Ms Miller’s family, friends and teammates.

Mrs Miller’s cause of death is not yet known and funeral arrangements have yet to be completed.

Ms Miller joined the Bathurst Bulldogs at the age of 15 and played for more than 10 years.

“We know these are difficult times,” the club wrote.

“The Bulldog family will always remember the beautiful Teagan and she will remain a young lady who had such an impact on our women’s rugby, the development of Central West Rugby and the development of our juniors.

“Be like an eagle and fly to heights no other can, young lady.”

Mudgee Rugby Union Club also paid tribute to Mrs Miller whose death has ‘affected the entire rugby community’.

“Teagan was a bright, vibrant presence in rugby, whose warmth and passion had an impact on all who knew her,” the club wrote on social media.

“Her unexpected death has deeply affected the entire rugby community, including our own club here in Mudgee.

“Teagan’s influence extended far beyond the field; she was a remarkable young woman who made her mark on women’s rugby, juniors and all of Central West Rugby.”

The club encouraged all members and fans to ‘lean on each other for strength and support’ in the wake of Ms Miller’s death.

‘As you feel the weight of this loss, remember that help is available. Reach out to your teammates, friends or family members. Let’s support each other as we navigate this difficult time, the post continued.

‘It’s said that rugby is the game they play in heaven, but if it’s true the game just got a little bit stronger. You will be greatly missed and forever remembered.”

Travla Beer named Ms Miller player of the year after her ‘fantastic year’ in August.

She won the title after a nail-biting match in the Westfund Ferguson Cup decider.

“Although her Bulldogs side couldn’t quite get over the line, Teags was monumental in the Bathurst defeat,” Central West Rugby Union wrote at the time.

“She directed traffic with authority and led her side within inches of a boiling over victory.”