A great of the 1960s and 70s has joined the most prestigious group in rugby league.
Coote became only the 14th player to be named an Immortal at a glittering ceremony at the SCG last night.The former South Sydney and Eastern Suburbs legend was presented with his Immortals jacket by Prime Minister Anthony Albanese in front of fellow Immortals Mal Meninga, Andrew Johns and Wally Lewis and members of the Hall of Fame.
“He played nine grand finals in the space of 11 years, such was the enormous impact he had on the teams he represented.“As a true rugby league gentleman on and off the field, Ron now holds his rightful place amongst the game’s greatest players.“
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