The death occurred recently in Hobart of former Rapid defender, Peter Thompson, who was 64 years of age.
Thompson was a member of the Rapid side of the late 1970s and early 1980s which was coached first by Ken Morton and then by David Crosson.
It was one of the best football sides seen in Tasmania and won a fair bit of silverware.
Thompson was nominally a defender and often played at fullback.
But, he was also often used as a specialist defender to man-mark specific opponents. He excelled in this role.
Thompson went on to coach Taroona and Howrah with some success.
My condolences go to his wife, Denise, children Leigh and Danyelle, and grandchildren, Jaxx, Flynn and Gus.
Photo: Peter Thompson (fourth from left, back row) in a Rapid side of the early 1980s coached by David Crosson (third from left, back row).
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6 comments:
Great team mate difficult opponent. Will be missed
Great team mate, difficult opponent opponent. Will be missed.
A great mate and team mate who will be sadly missed. May he RIP. Thanks for posting Walter and a lot photos that I haven’t seen before
RIP Peter. I will remember the games you played for Rapid against the Calies all those years ago. Condolences to family & friends.
Vale Thommo - Great player (terrible with the horses) and helped me out at a difficult time
R.I.P Thommo, will miss seeing you at the Carlyle for a beer!
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