Jim served as Leos president from 1983 to 2010 and he truly was a wonderful man who contributed so much to the club over the years. However, Jim’s impact on the rugby world stretched far further that the realms of Crag Lane.

Jim was an outstanding openside flanker and played to a high level – including representing the Ba-Bas and captaining his county, Durham.

He went on to become the rugby master at Leeds Grammar School and the President of Yorkshire RFU.

He truly had a massive impact on the game at all levels and will be missed by all those that had the fortune to meet him.

At this difficult time, we pass on our deepest condolences to Jim’s family.

Due to the unprecedented circumstances then the funeral will be restricted to family only.

However, once we are allowed then we will all come together to celebrate Jim’s life as a club – details to follow.