RIP Greg Mackey

[nrlnrl]

http://rugbyleagueweek.com.au/greg-mackey-dies-aged-52/

September 24, 2014
FORMER Souths, Illawarra, Canterbury, Warrington and Hull FC halfback Greg Mackey has lost his brave battle with cancer, dying today aged 52.

Mackey was a talented and extremely popular halfback who began his career at Souths before playing over 100 games for the old Illawarra Steelers.

But it was in England where he rose to fame, becoming a legendary figure at both Warrington and Hull. Mackey captained Hull to the premiership in 1990-91, and was named man of the match in the club’s famous win over Warrington in the final at Old Trafford.

Mackey was diagnosed with cancer over a year ago and fought a brave fight against the disease. In England, Warrington has been holding fundraising events to help their former hero play his medical bills.

Mackey spent his final days with his family on the NSW south coast.

- TONY ADAMS

 

[Brutus]

Used to love watching the little blood nut play, particularly for the Steelers. Quality player.

He'll be sorely missed.

RIP.

 

[Red Bear]

Mascord had a good tribute also

http://www.smh.com.au/rugby-league/...e-flamehaired-footy-hero-20140925-10loqm.html

Wasnt old enough to see Greg play but knew him from my old running days. Was just a genuinely nice guy, even gave me an old Steelers jersey of his when I was younger. The tributes, especially coming from England, say it all about him. Very sad.

 

[Captain Apollo]

Very sad to hear Condolences to his friends and family.

 

[madunit]

One of the most versatile players of the 80's

In his 147 game career he played at Fullback, Wing, Centre, Five-Eighth, Halfback and Lock and even filled in at hooker during some games.

Consummate team player.

Condolences to his family and friends.

 

[851]

Poor bugger,only 52,thoughts are with the family.

 

[DC_fan]

Sad news indeed. May he RIP.

 

[H.H]

What a tragedy.

Tremendous player. Loved him for the steelers in the mid 80's.

 

[POPEYE]

Terrible luck, deserved better but he will be remembered

 

[Cockadoodledoo]

RIP Greg and condolences to the Mackey family. I remember going to one match at the SFS in which he tore us a new one playing for the Dogs around 1990. Scored a hattrick in a 30-6 win.