Rugby match to remember Leon Walker

Churwell Chiefs u19s will be battling it out against Dewsbury Celtic tonight in a game to remember former player Leon Walker.
Leon Walker was a rising star in rugby leagueLeon Walker was a rising star in rugby league
Leon Walker was a rising star in rugby league

The rising rugby league star was just 20 when he collapsed and died during a game while playing for Wakefield Wildcats in 2009.

One of the organisers, Craig Rodgers, said: “Both teams are very enthusiastic and can’t wait for the game to be played in Leon’s memory and to raise money for the British Heart Foundation.”

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Craig said he and co-organiser Aiden Sykes had worked tirelessly to ensure the event remembered Leon.

“He was a great guy and he loved rugby league,” he said.

“We hope that people come and support this great event for a great cause and for a great person”

The game will be held at Buslingthorpe Vale rugby ground on Meanwood Road, kicking off at 7.30pm.

Craig said: “We have the full support of the Walker family and hopefully, if this is a success, we would like to make it an annual event.”