Mor Maurici Preciado, icon of the Colla Jove de Tarragona at 70 years old

With news as heavy as a slab, the Colla Jove de Tarragona announces the loss of Maurici Preciado at 70 years old. A life tied to the castells and to the living history of one of the most emblematic groups in the region.

Who was Maurici? An irreplaceable figure who not only climbed the castells but also marked an era as head of the group in 2000. His involvement and trajectory are a living testimony of the Tarragonian castell culture.

The life and legacy of Maurici Preciado at Colla Jove

Presence from the foundation to the end

Maurici Preciado was part of Colla Jove from its beginnings, accompanying it in every step and achievement. He was not just any member: he was one of the protagonists of the troncs and folres during the 80s and 90s, a key period in the consolidation of high-level castells.

Head of the group and timbaler: a dual key role

In 2000, he took on the challenge of head of the group, leading the team with experience few could match. But he didn’t only command from above: he was also the timbaler, setting the rhythm and breath of the castells. A multifaceted man who knew how to be in the right place when needed.

A historic moment: the first 3d9f successfully completed

Protagonist in the feat of the thirds

Among his most remembered feats is having completed the first 3 of 9 with folre, a milestone that marked a before and after. Maurici didn’t just climb, but was a fundamental part of these structures that require strength and absolute trust.

The 80s and 90s: a golden decade

Those years were key for Colla Jove, with Maurici as one of its pillars. His constancy and commitment helped make possible the evolution and reputation that the group enjoys today.

Memory and tribute to one committed to castell culture

Beyond the castells

The memory of Maurici is not limited to the human constructions. He was a person with a commitment and passion that went beyond the group. That makes him even greater and the legacy he leaves is as human as it is castell-related.

His imprint will endure

Colla Jove has lost one of its most loved and respected members. But his memory will remain alive in every castell, in every rehearsal, and in the heart of all who knew him. Maurici Preciado is a name that will never be erased.

A loss that causes tears not only for the person but for everything he represented within the tradition and the community.

Source of the article: Colla Jove de Tarragona