Everyone at England Darts are sad to learn that former England International, Chris Whiting of Gloucestershire has passed away recently.
Chris played for England in the British Internationals on four occasions and had a perfect 100% win record. The picture shows Chris (back row, first player from the right) in the 1990 British Internationals team.
Current England Men’s Captain and fellow Gloucestershire player, James Hurrell has paid tribute to Chris. He said “My thoughts go out to Chris’s family and friends at this very sad time. Many people in Gloucestershire looked up to Chris with great respect and many believe he was Gloucestershire’s greatest ever player. We will all miss him. RIP Chris. Jammer.”
For the record, the players pictured are from left to right standing: Bob Anderson, Ray Battye, Ronnie Baxter, Peter Evison, Denis Hickling, Dennis Priestly, Paul Reynolds, Davy Richardson, Phil Taylor, Dave Whitcombe, Chris Whiting & Sam Hawkins (England President).
Front Row: Sharon Colclough, Sue Edwards, Maureen Flowers, Deta Hedman, Mandy Solomons, Jane Stubbs, Eric Bristow, Martin Adams, Alan Warriner & Olly Croft (England Team Manager).