Thu 23 Feb 2023 16:05

Des Matthews RIP

The club has been informed of the passing of Des Matthews

Des played for Birkenhead Park at centre in the late 60s/early 70s. During this time his brother Graham also played at Park and his dad Len ran the club shop.

The club would like to offer their condolences at this sad time.

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