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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.
This topic was modified 9 hours ago by geoffw
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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