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It has been reported Ray French has died aged 85.
I remember him coming to Widnes with I think it was Dave Markey with Frank Myler going the other way to Saints. I was sorry at the time but Ray turned out to be very good for Widnes. At Saints he was used mainly as a defender but at Widnes he showed his footballing ability, with his sleeves rolled up looking for work. So much so he was picked for Great Britain while at Widnes becoming a dual international in both codes of the game. Later of course he became the commentator for the BBC for rugby league games for many years.
RIP Ray.
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Posted : 26/07/2025 2:36 pm
sandgroper reacted
Totally agree there - I only saw French in his last seasons but never gave up
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Posted : 26/07/2025 2:48 pm
RIP Ray.
Posted : 26/07/2025 4:33 pm
A gentleman who was the author of several good books about the game.
Posted : 26/07/2025 7:36 pm