Roger Spurrell, Bath Rugby captain, dies at age 71
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 3, 2026, 9:28 AM
Last updated Jun 3, 2026
Roger Spurrell, a former captain of Bath Rugby and Hall of Fame inductee, passed away at 71. He made over 200 appearances for Bath after debuting in 1979 and captained the team from 1982 to 1986, leading them to victories in back-to-back John Player Cups. Bath Rugby recognized Spurrell's significant impact on the team's success and the enduring values he championed. His contributions to rugby were also reflected in a playing career that included stints with Cornwall, Plymouth Albion, and Launceston.
- •Roger Spurrell died at age 71 on June 3, 2026.
- •He captained Bath Rugby and led the team to two consecutive cup victories.
- •Spurrell was inducted into Bath's Hall of Fame in 2015.
- •He made over 200 appearances for Bath during his career.
- •Spurrell also played county rugby for Cornwall.
- 9:28 AMYahoo Sports — Bath great Spurrell dies aged 71
"Former Bath captain and club Hall of Fame player Roger Spurrell dies at the age of 71.
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