Tributes are pouring in following the death aged 63 of rugby league great Des Drummond.
The Rugby Football League said the former Great Britain winger 'was a player whose brilliance, athleticism and personality transcended the sport'.
Born in Jamaica, Drummond made his name at Leigh, earning a contract with the club after he and his parents followed brother Alva over to England.
READ MORE: Terrifying moment pilot forced to abort landing as Manchester Airport battered by Storm Malik
He made 280 appearances for Leigh and won the title with them in 1982, earning his place in club - and town - folklore.
"Leigh Centurions are devastated to hear of the passing of Des Drummond," said the club in a statement.
"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."
Drummond would go on to become an all-time great at Warrington too, captaining the side and winning the Regal Trophy against Bradford in 1991.
"The club is deeply shocked and saddened to hear of the passing of former player Des Drummond,” said Warrington, who held a silence for Drummond ahead of their friendly with Wigan on Saturday night.
Drummond, who held 24 Great Britain caps, also made a splash outside of rugby league.
He finished second in the BBC series 'Superstars' - posting a 100 metres time that would have qualified him for the 1984 Olympics.
Cross-code great Jonathan Davies described Drummond as 'one hell of a competitor and a top guy', with other former clubs including Barrow and Workington also paying their respects.
The Rugby Football League said: "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."
