A former Whitehaven RLFC player has died at the age of 72.
The club announced the death of Paul McAlone, who played for the team in the 1970s.
Mr McAlone, who worked as a miner, was the son of Bill McAlone, a prop for Whitehaven in the 1950s and 60s.
He joined Whitehaven in November 1973, aged 20, after playing for Greenbank Rangers ARLC.
As a second row forward, Mr McAlone made his first team debut in 1974, going on to make 54 appearances and score four tries.
He played his last game for Whitehaven in February 1978, when the team defeated Huyton.
Following the club's announcement of his death, tributes have been paid to Mr McAlone.
Paul Huddart said: "Sad news just hearing this. Used to work with Paul at Cape back in the day. Used to pop for a pint after work on a Friday every now and then.
"Thoughts with the family."
Kenny Evans said: "So sorry to hear of another ex-Haven player. Paul was a popular lad and he always gave 100% playing for Whitehaven."
Paul Aitken also paid tribute to Mr McAlone.
He said: "R.I.P. Paul, thoughts to your family. I have some great memories of you, Marra, when we were kids."
Ian Wright said: "The surname, McAlone, will always be remembered, Paul, not only in rugby league, but also in mining."
Ian Storey said: "Condolences to his family, a great hard Whitehaven lad, RIP Paul."
William Cunningham said: "RIP Paul, sincere condolences to all family and friends."
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