A Tribute from United Through Sports
Tuk, with Nugget and Gavlyn
It is with profound sorrow that United Through Sports announces the passing of Tassanee “Tukky” Poeypoj McNaught, a truly remarkable woman, devoted wife and mother, the most loyal of friends, and the backbone of the team within our global sporting family.
United Through Sports was blessed with Tukky’s prolific magical and dynamic approaches since our inception and she has contributed over the years to our festivals, events and initiatives all the way into the details of promotion, branding and our global impact. Tuk began her sporting career in 2002 as a young volunteer at the Muaythai World Championship, while still a university student, and went on to dedicate more than twenty years of her life to the sport and the people within it. She became the heartbeat within our office, always keeping us on track and on time. She would smile to read these words knowing just how precious she was to us all. Tuk was the person everyone depended on, who found solutions against all odds, and who gave far more than anyone ever knew. She worked behind the stages, cameras, and sports fields. She cared with all her heart and always gave attention to those who needed it the most.
Above all, Tuk loved her family. Her daughter, Gavlyn, the angel at her side and her husband, Nugget, her center of being and her soul mate. For the past six years, she faced her battle with extraordinary courage, never losing her dignity, her kindness, or her fighting spirit.
“For twenty-four years, we walked this journey together, through triumphs and setbacks, laughter and tears. She became family to me, and she is irreplaceable. Tukky was my right hand through it all, and her spirit will remain with us all. Thank you for every sacrifice, every smile, every lesson, Tukky. From the man you always called “Papa,” thank you for being one of the greatest blessings in my life. You will always be loved. You will always be missed. You will always be remembered and you will always be our Tukky. Our deepest love, thoughts, and prayers are with her beloved mother, with Nugget, with Gavlyn, and with all her family and loved. Rest peacefully, my dear Tukky you will forever be missed.”
Stephan Fox, President, United Through Sports
“She was a light in my life. She showed me what true resilience looks like daily, and her loyalty to her family and friends is unmatched. Tuk, I love you beyond words and you knew it. I will honour you by honouring your beautiful family. You were a lifer, and I keep you in my heart always. Until we meet again.”
Julia Govinden, CEO, United Through Sports
Tuk’s legacy lives on in the countless lives she touched. A part of our family is missing, but her spirit remains in every act of kindness and every triumph still to come. Our deepest love and prayers are with her mother, with Nugget, with Gavlyn, and with all who loved her. Rest peacefully, Our beloved dear Tuk.
With endless love and deepest gratitude, United Through Sports
