- Peter Langmack has died at 73
- The footballer had a long battle against dementia
- Still holds club record with Panthers
The football world is in mourning following the death of Penrith try scorer Peter Langmack.
Langmack, brother of Canterbury legend Paul, has died aged 73 after a seven-year battle with dementia.
The utility man, who made his debut for the Eels in 1971 before moving on to play for the Panthers in 1973, played 93 first grade matches.
At 22, Langmack made Panthers history when he scored five tries in a home win against St George.
The incredible feat remains a Panthers club record.
Football fans are mourning record try scorer and Panthers hero Peter Langmack.
Langmack, brother of Canterbury legend Paul, has died aged 73
Langmack finished his first grade career with the Eels.
‘Valley. “Our thoughts are with the family and friends of Panther No.95 Peter Langmack,” the Panthers posted on social media Thursday.
Langmack’s sister Diane works for the Bulldogs as executive assistant to Phil Gould and the club’s general community manager.
Langmack’s younger brother Paul played 313 first grade matches in a decorated 17-year career. He won premierships with the Bulldogs in 1984, 1985 and 1988.