The man affectionately nicknamed "Thirsty" had called rugby league, cricket and other sports for more than 50 years before his retirement in February following his diagnosis.
Morrow, who was affectionately nicknamed "Thirsty", had called rugby league, cricket and other sports for more than 50 years before his retirement in February following his diagnosis.
"In his final days, David knew how cherished he was in the rugby league community, having been informed of his induction into the Hall of Fame," Australian Rugby League Commission Chairman Peter V'landys said. The veteran broadcaster said he had never come across someone as adept at covering multiple sports as Morrow.Morrow called top-grade rugby league for more than 40 years. "I think... there's no more versatile sports commentator than David Morrow.
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