Peter Morgan dead at 65: Former Wales and Lions rugby star who became a politician passes away as club pays tribute
FORMER Wales and Lions player Peter Morgan has died at the age of 65.
The talented utility back toured South Africa with the British Lions in 1980 and also captain Llanelli to a victory over Australia in 1984.
Morgan played five times for Wales during his career.
He was called up for the Lions during their 1980 tour but he did not feature in any of the test matches.
The star played in every three-quarter position for both the Lions and Wales.
In 1979, Peter Morgan played for the Llanelli sevens team which secured victory in the Snelling Sevens.
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His outstanding performance earned him the Everson Award as the player of the tournament.
After retiring Morgan also served as an independent member of Pembrokeshire County Council for 16 years.
During his tenure, he served as a chair and vice-chair of the authority and was on the Pembrokeshire Coast National Park Authority.
Morgan’s surviving family members include his wife, Helen, as well as his daughters, Nia and Lowri, along with his grandchildren, Seren and Dewi.
The Scarlets said in a statement: "Scarlets are deeply saddened to learn that our former player Peter Morgan has passed away.
"Peter played 275 matches for the Scarlets, scoring 90 tries and captained the club to victory over Australia in 1984.
"Our thoughts are with Peter’s family and friends at this sad time."
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