Terry Hill, a prominent figure in Australian rugby league, has passed away at the age of 52.
The former Manly, Wests Tigers, Wests, Souths, and Eastern Suburbs player is reported to have suffered a fatal heart attack in the Philippines.
Confirmation of Hill’s passing came from the Manly Sea Eagles club via email, marking the end of a career that spanned the 1990s and early 2000s. Australian Rugby League Commission chairman Peter V’landys paid tribute to Hill, describing him as ‘universally loved’ within the rugby league community.
Hill leave a big legacy in the sport having represented Australia in nine Tests and playing 14 State of Origin games for New South Wales. His talent and charisma made him not only one of the game’s great centres but also one of its most beloved personalities.
With 246 first-grade games to his name in Australia, Hill made his mark primarily with Manly, where he was part of the premiership-winning side in 1996.
Tributes poured in from across the rugby league community, with Manly CEO Tony Mestrov and former premiership captain Geoff Toovey highlighting Hill’s enduring influence and character. His contributions to both rugby league and greyhound racing will be fondly remembered by fans and colleagues alike.
Vaxxed?
Definitely jabbed but the powers that be still bury their heads in the sand – ignorant fux!