I'd like to dedicate this particular RL Comment to the memory of Jim McCulloch who died suddenly last Saturday at the age of 60. I was very sad to hear the news. Not only was Jim a very nice man, one that would always stop and chat, but he was also a highly valued committee man at Leigh East.
People like Jim are the reason we have so many good amateur clubs in this country, the legacy and work they do must never be forgotten, or taken for granted as it tends to be to a degree in professional circles.
It was a priviledge and an honour to know Jim, his boundless enthusiasm and wit shone through and he has been a big help to me, particularly in preparation for East's recent Challenge Cup game against Hunslet.
When Jim told me a couple of years ago that he had taken over doing the Leigh East programme, he asked me to provide an article, I was only too happy to oblige. It has been a pleasure communicating and working with Jim and the programmes themselves are a testimony to just some of the great work Jim was involved with at Leigh East. It was Jim that designed the current Leigh East site and he has done a sterling job on that.
I will miss you Jim and I want to thank you for giving me your acquaintance and friendship.
Getting the chance to know people like Jim is one of the reasons I love rugby league and there is no doubting that Easts now have a void that can not be filled.
Rest in Peace Jim.
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