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Died at the age of 72. Very quick winger from the Welsh rugby golden era of the seventies who scored plenty of kick and chase tries when he first came into the team which showed his background in athletics to good effect, but then became a more rounded player as the years went by.
RIP
https://www.bbc.co.uk/sport/rugby-union/54571230
RIP
Rapid winger.
RIP
Great player
Wales legend RIP
Great player.
Had the pleasure of meeting him several times. My worst ever hangover was after a night out with him many years ago.
Sad loss.
Yes, one of the greats when I was growing up.
JJ on one wing Gerald Davies on the other.
Great players.
Neighbour of mine, great player and great guy, would always stop for a chat, RIP John, condolences to Jayne and family.
Great player , legend
Wasn't his son a sprinter ?
a true great
i met him once, i rather disliked the game of rugby but my dad loved it, had a good chat to him and he almost converted me to the game ( like most her i had to play in school ) and my dad was keen on it
Yes Rhys represented Wales and GB at Commonwealth and Olympic level and his other two children represented Wales at junior level.Quote:
Originally Posted by SLUDGE FACTORY
Had a painting business in Bridgend I thinkQuote:
Originally Posted by Ianto13
Sad news. Only 72. A great winger from the glory 70’s days. RIP JJ.
Yes, very successful it was too. I think they were industrial painters, painting factories and the like.Quote:
Originally Posted by SLUDGE FACTORY
Great player, who had pace to burn and like so many of the Welsh greats of his era, had the simple philosophy of "Avoid Contact"... something modern-day players would do well to follow.
Can we really say "only 72"?Quote:
Originally Posted by Pearcey3