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Geoffrey Winston Pryce (17 July 1961 – 5 December 2020) was an English rugby league footballer, most associated with York. Originally a winger, he occasionally played centre, and later in his career he moved into the second row. He was also known to play as an emergency hooker.[1]

Background

Geoff Pryce was born on 17 July 1961 in Bradford, West Riding of Yorkshire, England.[2] He died on 5 December 2020 aged 59.[2][3]

Career

He made his debut for York on 28 December 1980 against Swinton and was a member of the side that gained promotion 1981 and 1986 and the side that reached the semi-final of the 1984 Rugby League Challenge Cup.[2] He made a total of 286 appearances for York between 1980 and 1983, scoring 101 tries and 374 points.[3][4] He scored a hat trick on his Yorkshire debut on 26 May 1982 in a 22–21 win over Lancashire at Leigh.[3] He is an inductee into the York Hall Of Fame.[3]

Family

He was a member of a well known Bradford rugby league playing family, including Leon Pryce, Dennis Pryce, Karl Pryce and Waine Pryce.[5]

Style of play

He was described as "Best known for his tremendous strength, he was a strong runner, often taking several tacklers to stop him. He played on the wing, in the pack and everywhere in between throughout his time at York. His style of play – along with his approachable nature and huge smile – made him a fans’ favourite."[4]

References

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  1. York RL. Geoff Pryce Testimonial Brochure. 1990. P1 – 40
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