Hall of Fame
The history of Northampton Saints is one filled with illustrious names. To recognise and honour their time in the black, green and gold the club established its Hall of Fame in 2004. To date 12 legendary players have been inducted:
- Ron Jacobs- Prop
- David Powell- Prop
- Ray Longland- Prop
- Gary Pearce- Prop
- Vince Cannon- Lock
- Don White- Flanker
- Tim Rodber- Back row
- Dickie Jeeps- Scrum-half
- Gordon Sturridge- Fly-half
- Jeff Butterfield- Centre
- Edgar Mobbs- Winger
- Garry Pagel- Prop (admitted 2012)
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