A charity golf day attracted a small field as the two players split up to play a four-man ambrose.

Following the golf a dinner was emceed by Malcolm “Bing” Crosby, with a charity auction.

Plenty of signed memorabilia and the like brought in some good money and a few good stories told by Krilich and Kenny.

Blue September highlights men’s cancer, with an extra emphasis on getting an early diagnosis and research.

Krilich told the story of former rugby hard man and football administrator Doug Daly, grandfather of current Queensland Reds prop Ben.

“Doug got bowel cancer and hid it from his wife,” Krilich said. “Six months later he was dead”.

“His nickname was deadly because he wasn’t afraid of anything – including cancer.

“But it didn’t do him any good and you have to face up to it.”

The Manly legend said it is all about awareness and taking precautions these days, getting regular checks.

“So much of it is operable and treatable these days,” Krillich said.

“But you have to man up and get checked.

“Cancer used to be a straight death sentence but it doesn’t have to be anymore.”

The two are involved in a group called Heroes and Villains, which is made up of former stars from all sports.

They travel around hosting charity days, often on the course, and raising money for local charities.