Tragic death of former Wigan Warriors player who was ‘such a joy to be around’

A former Wigan Warriors player and doting dad died suddenly at home at the age of 49, an inquest heard.

Paul Stevens’ loved ones told Bolton Coroner’s Court that they had no concerns for him in the days before his death.

But his body was found at his home on Lodge Road, Orrell, on Friday, October 27 by his partner Rebecca Smith, who had gone to look for him after not being able to contact him by phone.

The inquest heard Mr Stevens was born in Wigan and became a rugby player, spending time with Wigan Warriors and London Broncos.

Former Wigan player dies in accident

It is with regret that the Wigan Warriors have today learned of the sad death of former player David Myers in a car accident.

Myers played for the Club between 1990 and 1992 where he made 69 appearances for the team scoring 38 tries. The winger will be remembered particularly for the 1991 Challenge Cup Final where he scored a vital try at Wembley to help Wigan defeat St Helens, 13-8. David also played for Bradford, Salford and Widnes.

Speaking about the tragic news, Performance Director Joe Lydon said,