Tribute paid to former Wigan RL star Kevin O'Loughlin

Former Wigan rugby league player Kevin O'Loughlin has died.
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The stand-off, who could also cover other positions, made 284 appearances with 25 as a substitute, for Wigan between 1963 and 1975, after signing from Warrington Colts.

He played alongside his brother Keiron in the early 1970s, and was Warriors captain Sean O’Loughlin’s uncle.

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Wigan Players Association committee member Brian Ramsdale paid tribute to his former team-mate.

He said: “Kevin was one of those quiet members of the squad, but he would say his piece when he had something positive to contribute.

“Whilst he played a lot as a half, he would play well and in any position he was asked. He was an extremely hard player and my recollection is of a Mr Reliable who was at times used as winger, full back, half back and occasionally in the back three of the pack.”

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