R.I.P. SPORTS RELATED 2024(Non Wrestlers)

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Former Valencia footballer, 28, killed in Spain's devastating floods as death toll hits 158 in apocalyptic destruction

And among the casualties so far was footballer Jose Castillejo, who was 28 and had played for a number of clubs in his home country, including the LaLiga giants.

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Dub Jones, a legendary figure in the NFL and a beloved member of the Cleveland Browns, passed away at the age of 99.

Born William Augustus Jones on December 29, 1924, in Arcadia, Louisiana, Dub's remarkable career in football spanned a decade, during which he became known for his exceptional talent and sportsmanship.

Jones began his professional journey with the Miami Seahawks and Brooklyn Dodgers before finding his true home with the Cleveland Browns from 1948 to 1955. He was a key player in the Browns' dominance during the 1950s, helping the team secure three NFL championships in 1950, 1954, and 1955. Dub's record-setting performance of six touchdowns in a single game against the Chicago Bears in 1951 remains one of the most memorable feats in NFL history.

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Dub's quite the nickname. RIP.

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John Dempsey: Former Chelsea and Republic of Ireland defender dies aged 78

Former Chelsea and Republic of Ireland defender dies aged 78; part of the Blues side that won the FA Cup in 1970 and the European Winners Cup a year later; scored the opener against Real Madrid in the latter

Centre-back Dempsey was part of the Blues sides that won the FA Cup in 1970 and the European Cup Winners' Cup a year later.

The latter triumph included him volleying the opener in the final replay as Dave Sexton's men defeated Real Madrid 2-1 in Piraeus.

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Charlie Turner, a celebrated offensive lineman in the Canadian Football League, passed away at the age of 79.

Born on December 12, 1944, in Bellaire, Ohio, Turner made a significant impact on the field during his twelve-season career.

Turner began his professional journey with the Hamilton Tiger-Cats in 1967, where he quickly established himself as a formidable force on the offensive line. He later played for the Edmonton Eskimos, where he won two Grey Cup championships in 1975 and 1978, and finished his career with the Winnipeg Blue Bombers in 1979.

His outstanding performance earned him the CFL's Most Outstanding Offensive Lineman Award in 1975 and multiple All-Star selections.

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Aussie sporting greats Layne Beachley and Stephanie Gilmore have paid tribute to fellow surfing legend Phyllis O'Donnell, who has died aged 87.

O'Donnell became Australia's first women's world surfing champion in 1964 and also won three national titles between 1963 and 1965.

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Kevon Walker, 18, was a freshman defensive lineman for Saint Francis University in Loretto, Pennsylvania, which is about two hours east of Pittsburgh.

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Don Bosseler, a legendary fullback who left an indelible mark on both college and professional football, passed away at the age of 88.

Born on January 24, 1936, in Batavia, New York, Bosseler's journey to football greatness began at the University of Miami, where he became an All-American and led the Hurricanes to national prominence in the 1950s.

Bosseler was a four-year starter at fullback for the University of Miami. In his senior year in 1956, he helped the team to an 8-1-1 record, was named All-American by the Associated Press, and was MVP of the Senior Bowl. He rushed for 1,642 yards in his four years.

Bosseler was later inducted into the University of Miami Sports Hall of Fame in 1970.

In 1957, Bosseler was drafted ninth overall by Washington, where he continued to excel on the field. Over his eight-year NFL career, he rushed for 3,112 yards and 22 touchdowns, earning Pro Bowl honors in 1959. His contributions to the team and the sport were recognized with his induction into the University of Miami Sports Hall of Fame and the UM Ring of Honor.

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Bobby Allison, a legendary figure in NASCAR and a founding member of the famed "Alabama Gang," passed away at the age of 86.

Born on December 3, 1937, in Miami, Florida, Allison's career in racing spanned nearly three decades, during which he became one of the most celebrated drivers in the sport's history.

Allison's remarkable career included 85 NASCAR Cup Series victories, placing him fourth on the all-time wins list. He was a three-time winner of the prestigious Daytona 500 (1978, 1982, 1988) and the 1983 NASCAR Cup Series champion. His contributions to the sport were recognized with his induction into the NASCAR Hall of Fame in 2011.

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RIP Bobby.