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Castleford Tigers are saddened to learn of the passing of former player and Rugby League Legend John Kear, who died on Sunday aged 71.
Kear was a Castleford lad, born on Wheldon Road, he would go on to spend a decade in hometown black and amber after making his debut for the club against St Helens at Knowsley Road on 1st October 1978.
Part of the 1986 Challenge Cup winning squad as Mal Reilly's assistant, John made 133 first team appearances for the club, turning down other offers numerous times to stay loyal to his hometown. A true one club man.
After making his final appearance in September 1987, Kear would go on to enjoy a glittering coaching career, the defining moment of which saw him lead underdogs Sheffield Eagles to Cup Final glory against Wigan in 1998, as well as coaching in three Rugby League World Cups and leading Hull FC to a Challenge Cup over Leeds in 2005 at Cardiff.
Alongside his coaching duties, John was a regular in the broadcast booth, his knowledge and passion for the game shining through as a pundit and commentator.
A popular figure throughout the sport, we would like to send our deepest and most sincere condolences to his family and friends at this very sad time. He will be sorely missed by all who knew him.
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