Re: Roger Millward R.I.P. : Tue May 03, 2016 5:53 pm  

Burtons Forearm wrote:

I was lucky to see him when I was younger. Always carried himself as a gentleman.

In an arena where your courage is constantly tested Roger's bravery was beyond question. His calmness and ability as good as any.

As an international and club player one of the very best. Went to Australia and succeeded there.
As a coach was an innovator and a won everything.

Our greatest player

Our greatest coach

To be one is an incredible achievement. To be both is truly remarkable.

A fitting tribute should be made to this fabulous rugby man.

So sorry you've left us. Condolences to your friends and family.

Well said i do not think in fact i know not one of the last 20 teams have been able to match him

Re: Roger Millward R.I.P. : Tue May 03, 2016 5:56 pm  

Rest In Peace Roger.

I didn't get to see him play but had the privilege of chatting to him in the Torch pub at Wembley last year before the game, he was a proud man that day so I can imagine what 1980 meant to him. A thoroughly decent human being taken too soon. Bless him.

We won't see his like again.

Re: Roger Millward R.I.P. : Tue May 03, 2016 8:20 pm  

RIP Roger, pure class on and off the pitch.

Re: Roger Millward R.I.P. : Tue May 03, 2016 8:29 pm  

Has to be time for a statue outside CP.

Re: Roger Millward R.I.P. : Tue May 03, 2016 8:43 pm  

Sandro II Terrorista wrote:

Has to be time for a statue outside CP.

Was thinking the same thing myself

Re: Roger Millward R.I.P. : Tue May 03, 2016 8:52 pm  

Sandro II Terrorista wrote:

Has to be time for a statue outside CP.

Has to be. Who do we lobby to get it done.

One of him with the cup.

Re: Roger Millward R.I.P. : Tue May 03, 2016 9:56 pm  

Burtons Forearm wrote:

Has to be. Who do we lobby to get it done.

One of him with the cup.

I think it would be best if we lobbied no one and did it through fan subscription.

I would be very happy to lend my energies to that.

Re: Roger Millward R.I.P. : Tue May 03, 2016 10:18 pm  

Over the years I spoke with him at a number of Rovers functions I can say that he is the most humble modest player I've ever chatted with always appreciated the fans. R.I.P the best Rovers player on and off the field.

Re: Roger Millward R.I.P. : Tue May 03, 2016 10:59 pm  

Condolences from Leeds. Wonderful player and a lovely man. One of the British greats. Hull KR's finest. A terrible loss. Will be sadly missed.

Re: Roger Millward R.I.P. : Wed May 04, 2016 12:00 am  

That little man made East Hull and all those who support Hull KR feel good on so many occasions ......I wasn't even born when Hull KR beat our rivals Hull FC at Wembley in the Challenge Cup final, but my dad was there on that day and he says that it is one of the greatest days of his life .......Roger Millward gave him this wonderful memory and I am so grateful to him for doing so!

Even though I was too young at that time, I have grown up like so many Rovers fans to see Roger as a legend to us .......I managed to meet him a few times and he was such a kind and sincere man ......Not only was he one of the greatest rugby league players to have ever played the game, but he was also a true gentleman .......We will all miss him so much!

My dad always said that what he remembers most about Millward is how he would run into a pack of forwards, disappear, and then suddenly emerge on the other side .....Now that is someone truly befitting of the name "Dodger"! .......And, the other thing that my dad would always talk about that is often overlooked when we talk about the Dodger was his tackling technique .......Roger was such a little man, but he would always bring down the most biggest of forwards with such a perfect technique that many in the modern game should take note of.

RIP, little man ......You've made your mark on history .......You have gone down in history as one of the greatest half backs to have ever played the game and you will never be forgotten! ......RIP, Roger! .....Sleep tight and sweet dreams!