FORMER Cumberland and Netherfield fast bowler David Wheatman has died in St John's Hospice, Lancaster, aged 38, after a two-year battle with cancer.

The very popular Cumbrian was a key member Netherfield's successful Northern Premier League side which won four championships between 1997 and 2001.

Netherfield secretary Ian Heath: "We was a well-loved player and liked by everyone."

If you would like to pay a tribute to David then email Richard Daniels, the Sports Editor, on richard.daniels@kendal.newsquest.co.uk.

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