Hero Brit skier, 23, plunges to his death from cliff in French Alps while trying to save his friend’s life
His family, who have travelled to France following the horror accident, have said he died 'doing what he loved'
A HERO British skier plunged to his death in the French Alps while trying to save his friend's life, it has emerged.
The family of Jordan Waugh, 23, originally from York, have paid tribute to him, saying he died "doing what he loved".
The tragedy happened on Saturday afternoon February 24 while Jordan was working with two friends in the resort of Alpe d'Huez.
His family, including his mum Karen and her partner Andy, dad Nick and sister Kennedy, have travelled to France after the accident.
Paying tribute to their beloved brother and son, they described him as a high achiever as well as keen sportsman, and said he dreamt of joining the forces as an officer after his time in Alpe d’Huez.
Jordan’s mother, Karen said: “The most important thing for us is that Jordan was with his friends. He was skiing, doing what he loved.”
Writing on Facebook, Kennedy thanked family and friends for their support as the family struggles to come to terms with the loss.
His family say Jordan fell from a cliff in the ski resort after he tried to help his friend who got into difficulties off-piste.
He and his two friends were all experienced skiers, and had met while working for holiday company VIP Ski.
The ski company said that while one is still in intensive care at a local hospital, her injuries are not life threatening, and the third was unhurt.
Managing Director Andy Sturt added: “Our efforts are currently concentrated on providing unlimited support and assistance to the victims of the accident, their colleagues and most importantly, the family of the deceased, to whom we extend our heartfelt sympathies and wholehearted condolences."
Jordan grew up in York and went to All Saints RC School, Tadcaster Grammar School and York College before completing his degree in Sports Management followed by an MSc in International Business Management.
His former teachers at All Saints paid tribute to him, saying Jordan is “fondly remembered” at the school.
A school spokesman said: “As a school we were shocked and deeply saddened to hear of the recent and tragic death of our former student, Jordan Waugh.
“He is very fondly remembered by the current staff at school who knew him. They spoke of a young man who contributed to the full life of the school and always seemed to have a smile on his face.
“We would like to extend our thoughts, prayers and deepest sympathies to Jordan’s family and friends at this most challenging time.”
We pay for your stories! Do you have a story for The Sun Online news team? Email us at [email protected] or call 0207 782 4368 . We pay for videos too. Click here to upload yours.