Arthur Beetson has died

[Cliffhanger]

pretty bad that 9 have not mentioned in their cricket coverage

Was just mentioned.

 

[Red Bear]

Terrible to hear, too young. Terrific footballer from all reports but also seemed to be a really good guy of the game. RIP

 

[abpanther]

I met him once when I was delivering pizzas, top bloke.

RIP

 

[Skinner]

Dreadful news. RIP Big Artie

 

[Zigwaa]

Sad sad news. RIP Artie, true legend of the game.

 

[muznik]

A true legend of the sport.

On top of his incredible ballplaying ability at every level, his one punch basically defined the game's biggest showpiece State of Origin for the next 30 years.

To watch him finally run out onto Lang Park in a Maroon jersey is one of the game's greatest ever moments and something Ill never forget.

RIP Artie.

^This^

Anyone who has enjoyed the spectacle of State of Origin owes this guy a heap. He set the platform for what became the pinnacle of Rugby League.

R.I.P.

 

[2010Dragons]

Rest in peace big man.

 

[Raiderdave]

Rip

 

[to_ddeath]

One of the games true legends, always listened closely to whatever this bloke had to say. Sad sad news. RIP Artie.


T.

 

[Tonearm Terrorwrist]

Devastated

RIP big fella. One of the nicest people and one of the most important people in Australian sporting history.

 

[shiznit]

RIP Artie...

 

[hybrid_tiger]

Only 66. Way too young. RIP.

 

[Babyface O'reilly]

Always approachable and happy to chat. RIP big fella.

 

[Quigs]

Rest In Peace Big Guy, and thanks for the many memories.

'Ere Younguns.... Big Artie in his prime

http://www.centenaryofrugbyleague.com.au/site/centenary-video-on-demand.aspx?url=http%3a%2f%2fwm9.streaming.telstra.com%2fwh_telstr18%2fOnDemand%2f2008%2fnrl%2f2008_centenary%2fcorl_top_tries%2fcentenary165344.wmv

 

[RedVDave]

Tragic news.

RIP Artie.

 

[Brutus]

pretty bad that 9 have not mentioned in their cricket coverage

Tubby Taylor mentioned it.

Very sad news.

I was a big fan of the big bloke.

A true great of Australian sport.

RIP.

 

[aussie_q_factor]

Sad news. RIP Big fella!

Thoughts and prayers with his family...

 

[Western Saint]

He looked so much older than 66, RIP.

 

[Thomas]

Ahhh shit.

RIP Artie.

 

[Brutus]

RIP big fella