So sad :Rabbitohs are grieving the loss of a executive, and one of the best players to ever don a Bunnies jersey

Rabbitohs are grieving the loss of a executive, and one of the best players to ever don a Bunnies jersey

Following the passing of cherished former South Sydney captain and CEO

Darrell Bampton, the rugby league community is in mourning

After a protracted illness, the renowned rugby league player—who was instrumental in establishing the

Rabbitohs as a premiership force—passed away on Saturday morning at the age of 74.

‘On behalf of everyone connected to the Rabbitohs, we offer our deepest and most sincere condolences to the family

and friends of Mr. Darrell Bampton, OAM,’ Souths led the way in a statement following his death

Supporters praised the Souths legend for his contributions to the game and swiftly sent their condolences to the Bampton family.

I still recall seeing him perform at Redfern. A formidable rival and excellent club player. I appreciate your

commitment to our powerful club, Darrell. One fan wrote, “I hope you knew how well loved you were.”

I faced him in a game at Macot oval.” A former player recalled, “I tried to tackle

him head-on, but he ran straight over the top of me like I wasn’t there.”

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