RIP Lance Thompson

[nöyd]

Perhaps someone here with more knowledge on the subject than I can shed some light (or completely debunk and deny) a story I heard about Lance years ago when I believe he was still playing for the Dragons.

Apparently he was filling up at some servo in suburban Sydney when he was approached by a fan - male or female I am not quite certain - however the story goes that this encounter ended with Lance either removing his footy shorts whilst he was wearing them or fetching a pair out of his car and handing them over to this particular fan, which is a pretty cool thing to do, and shows the class and good nature of the guy (if true).

Anyway, whether the above story is true or not, I can honestly say that I can't recall hearing about Lance getting in trouble staying out all hours of the night, getting into fights etc. etc. A good, tough and honest footballer and bloke, gone far too soon.

RIP.

 

[ozbash]

RIP Lance..

 

[Wests is Best]

shocked and saddened. speaks volumes that so many that never knew him nor supported the clubs that he played for are saddened by this news. way way way too young.
RIP Lance

 

[I Bleed Maroon]

Good god. My thoughts go out to his family and especially his daughter. Literally the last thing she should ever have to experience in her life.

 

[2010Dragons]

From head to toe he was red and white pure dynamite.
One of my favourite Dragons player of all times. I was shattered when he left the mighty red V and now I’m shattered again.
He loved the Dragons more than any player I have meet. He bleed red and white. It was an honour to have meet you and watched you grow. In my eyes you are a Dragons legend FOREVER!!!

 

[Desert Qlder]

If Rugby League had a face it would look like this...

 

[Mick Benson]

Terrible news, way too young. Whole hearted player who always struck me as a good bloke. Feel particularly bad for his daughter.

 

[Front-Rower]

Funnily enough I missed the start of both games tonight but was there a minutes silence observed for Lance at either match?

 

[simmo05]

Truly horrible. Condolences to his family

 

[Hutty1986]

Thanks for posting this mate. Lasted all day, but it was bloody tough going watching this. A real hero of mine

 

[retch]

The League channel did a short video piece and Mark Gasnier said a few words.

Very nicely done.

RIP Lance.

 

[Willie Ray]

Sad loss...a salt of the earth roll your sleeves up, get down and dirty kinda Rugby League guy that would've fit into any team in any era...
The true mark of his character can be measured in the number of messages of condolence posted here by the many fans of all the NRL teams...
Go get 'em Dragons.

 

[King hit]

I collect retro jerseys and I’m wearing the St George Illawarra inaugural 1999 one tonight in honour of his memory

 

[mozza91]

Horrible news. Thompson was a real effort player. The type that you need in your team. Great work rate with a more than handy offload.
As a person he seemed highly respected by his teammates and opponents alike.

Really enjoyed his appearance on Vossy earlier this year. There was no airs and graces about him at all. An honest man and footballer.

Condolences to his family.

 

[wibble]

Everyone here has said it, but the overwhelming support here shows how respected he was.

I just found out watching a taped show from yesterday and just can't believe it. So sad.

What a terrible thing for his family, especially his daughter. Hopefully Lance doesn't have to worry about how cruel this world can be, any more.

 

[321Davoe dragon]

Shocking news he was a great player for both the Dragons and the Sharks, have a good trip Lance.[/QUO

 

[321Davoe dragon]

Horrible news. Thompson was a real effort player. The type that you need in your team. Great work rate with a more than handy offload.
As a person he seemed highly respected by his teammates and opponents alike.

Really enjoyed his appearance on Vossy earlier this year. There was no airs and graces about him at all. An honest man and footballer.

Condolences to his family.

Shocking news,a tru

 

[321Davoe dragon]

Very sad news ,R.I.P Lance.Another Rugby League great gone too early ,maybe we and clubs put too much preasure on these young guys.!

 

[Bring back John Fifita]

Words fail me.

RIP Lance Thompson.

 

[kdalymc]

Any cause of death yet?