The Manchester Village Spartans | Player Profile

Players
- Alex S.
- Andy P.
- Ben S.
- Brad A.
- Brett D.
- Andrew M.
- Dan
- Dave L.
- David B.
- Dean B.
- Doug M.
- Drew H.
- Gareth L.
- James N.
- Marlon M.
- Matthew I.
- Matt W.
- Nathan M.
- Nathan P.
- Pete O.
- Rhys J.
- Rich L.
- Rob C.
- Russell J.
- Steve F.
- Steve McQ.
- Terence L.
- Tim T.
- Wayne E.
Coaches
Supporters
Sponsors

Vital Statistics

Age:	34
Height:	6'1, 185 cm
Weight:	14 st 3 lbs, 90kg
Position:	Winger, Full-back (and occassional scrum-half!)
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Player Bio

What does being a spartan mean to you?

It's given me loads of confidence being able to play such a tough sport and have the support of team-mates and friends and give the same back to them. The Club is one of my main passions!

When did you join?

March 1999, from Day One

How much experience did you have before joining?

School U14/16s & Colts & University, but I hadn't played in 4 years when I joined the Spartans

What tours have you been on?

London 2000, Falkirk 2000, Washington DC 7's 2001, Bingham Cup 2004 (injured non-player), Bingham Cup New York 2006 (injured non-player), Hürth Cologne 7's 2007, Bingham Cup Dublin 2008

What has been your best moment since joining the Spartans?

Winning Player of Tournament in Washington DC 7's 2001. Other best moments have come when I have seen shy and quiet new joiners gain their confidence, improve their rugby playing and also become part of the life and soul of the party!

What has been your worst or most embarrassing moment?

Injury to my knee in 2002 and having to leave Manchester so much due to my career

What would you say to someone who was thinking of joining

Anyone can play rugby and the Spartans is full of people who took those first steps to join and are having the times of their lives now! Don't hold back and come along regardless of your experience, age or fitness levels. Joining the Spartans will improve many aspects of your life!