THE Rugby League world is mourning the loss of Warrington’s former flying winger Des Drummond, who has died at the age of 63.
The former international winger played 24 times for Great Britain, and also finished runner-up on the popular BBC TV series “Superstars.”
Drummond who was born in Jamaica was a legend at both Leigh and Warrington – winning a league title with Leigh in 1982.
“Des was a superstar whose brilliance created so many memories,” Leigh said in a statement.
“He was a humble, modest and much-loved person.”
Drummond made his name at Leigh before moving to Warrington, captaining the side and winning the Regal Trophy against Bradford in 1991.
Warrington held a minute’s silence for Drummond before their friendly with Wigan in a game for Stefan Ratchford’s testimonial which Wigan won 6-14.
When Drummond finished second in ‘Superstars’ in 1983 – posting a 100m time of 10.85 seconds that would have seen him qualify for the 1984 Olympics.
During his career at Warrington from 1987 to 1992 Drummond played 182 games scoring 69 tries totaling 276 points.
Des Drummond in action for the Wire – Picture Eddie Whitham
The RFL sends deep condolences to the family and friends of Des Drummond, who has died at the age of 63. Des played 24 times for Great Britain, won the Championship with Leigh, and was a player whose brilliance, athleticism and personality transcended the sport. pic.twitter.com/0JwbvX5ahb
— Rugby Football League (@TheRFL) January 29, 2022
Tributes have been paid to former Great Britain winger Des Drummond, who has died at the age of 63.
The rugby league star won the league at Leigh in 1982 before moving to Warrington.
After retiring, Drummond appeared on BBC TV series 'Superstars'.#bbcrl
— BBC Sport (@BBCSport) January 29, 2022
Just come straight on field after being sin binned and does this!! What a player⚡⚡💙💛🏉 #desdrummond #lightning #fast pic.twitter.com/xtB3ZH70xT
— Pass it Back (@WarringtonRLFC1) February 14, 2020
Saddened to hear of the passing of legendary Rugby League player Des Drummond, one of the most iconic players of my youth and a thoroughly nice guy.
RIP Dessie 💙💛 pic.twitter.com/9RvI6i97Im
— Peter Astley MBE (@PeteAstley) January 29, 2022
Leigh Centurions are devastated to hear of the passing of Des Drummond.
Our thoughts go out to his family and friends at this current time.
Des was a superstar whose brilliance created so many memories and a humble, modest and much-loved person. pic.twitter.com/Wo8xcU6kif
— Leigh Centurions (@LeighCenturions) January 29, 2022
