Funeral held for rugby league legend John Kear (opens original article in a new tab)

The funeral of former England and Wales rugby league coach John Kear took place in Penistone, South Yorkshire, following his death on 1 June. Kear was known for leading the Sheffield Eagles to a 1998 Challenge Cup victory and had a long coaching career spanning over 700 matches.

• Funeral held for John Kear in Penistone, South Yorkshire
• John Kear was former England and Wales rugby league coach and broadcaster
• Kear led Sheffield Eagles to 1998 Challenge Cup victory