
The Canberra Region Rugby League are deeply saddened to announce the passing of Richard 'Ricky' White, a legendary figure of the game in Canberra.
Ricky primarily represented a Gungahlin Bulls foundation club, the Belconnen United Panthers, formed in 1969 when the Belconnen District was only a few years old.
He captain-coached the Panthers in the 70s, guiding the side to their first premiership in 1975. He built the foundation for the club which propelled them to win five in a row under his leadership (1975-1979).
He also captain-coached West Belconnen to their first ever...