Kiwi Softball Legend Owen 'The Fog' Walford dies two days after terminal cancer confirmation

New Zealand softball is mourning the loss of one of its greatest players, Owen 'The Fog' Walford, who has died two days after being diagnosed with terminal cancer.

Walford, 72, was a key member of the New Zealand team that won the world championship in 1976, and he also represented his country at the 1984 Olympics.

Walford was known for his exceptional pitching and batting skills, and he was one of the most feared hitters in the world during his playing days.

After retiring from playing, Walford remained involved in the sport as a coach and administrator, and he was inducted into the New Zealand Sports Hall of Fame in 2011.

Walford's death has been met with sadness by the New Zealand softball community, and he will be remembered as one of the greatest players to ever represent the country.