Bath great Spurrell dies aged 71
Roger Spurrell, a former captain of Bath Rugby, has passed away at the age of 71. He made significant contributions to the club, leading them to multiple victories during his tenure. Spurrell was also recognized as one of the inaugural inductees into Bath's Hall of Fame in 2015.
- ▪Roger Spurrell made over 200 appearances for Bath Rugby.
- ▪He captained the team from 1982 to 1986, winning back-to-back John Player Cups.
- ▪Spurrell was inducted into Bath's Hall of Fame in 2015 for his contributions to the club.
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