'A superb character around the club who will be sadly missed by all'
Tributes have been paid to the first team assistant coach of Leigh Miners Rangers who passed away suddenly while in Italy. Gary McMahon, from Wigan, was on England Community Lions duties abroad.
The team has paid tribute to him following his death, saying he was 'pivotal' in their development both on and off the field since joining. Community Lions under-19s said they were 'devastated' but decided to continue their European Championship campaign after consulting with Gary's family. In a statement, Leigh Miners Rangers said: "A superb character around the club who will be sadly missed by all, we send our love and condolences to Gary’s partner Lisa, son Gary, daughter Skye, and Gary’s family and friends at this very sad time.
A post from England Lions RL added: "Everyone in the England Community Lions Under 19s camp was devastated yesterday following the sudden passing of popular assistant coach Gary McMahon. As a mark of respect, we requested time to consider our position in the competition.
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