Remembering Fred Hall

Oldham born Fred signed for Oldham from Blackpool Borough making his debut on January 14th 1973 in a 16 – 10 victory over York at Watersheddings. Although at Blackpool he often played at centre, he is best known as a dynamic, strong running, second row forward who soon became a big favourite with the Oldham fans. He played 191 games for Oldham scoring 13 tries, 5 goals and 4 drop goals. He moved into the front row in the latter stages of his Oldham career but was still a threat with ball-in-hand and fearsome in defence.

After playing his last first team match for the Roughyeds against Whitehaven in March 1980, he returned to the amateur game in the town playing for Salem Hornets and Waterhead.

The condolences of the Oldham Rugby League community are extended to all of Fred’s family and friends after his death on January 14.