David Blaney facts for kids
| Date of birth | 3 March 1979 | ||||||||||||||||||||
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| Place of birth | Dublin, Ireland | ||||||||||||||||||||
| Height | 1.85 m (6 ft 1 in) | ||||||||||||||||||||
| Weight | 102 kg (16 st 1 lb) | ||||||||||||||||||||
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David Blaney was born in Dublin, Ireland, on March 3, 1979. He is a former rugby union player. He played in a special position called hooker. Blaney played for teams like Leinster and Bristol Rugby. He finished his time with Bristol at the end of the 2010–2011 season.
David Blaney's Rugby Journey
Early Days in Dublin
David Blaney grew up in Dublin, Ireland. He went to Terenure College there. In 1997, he was the captain of his school team. They won the Leinster Schools Rugby Senior Cup. This was a big achievement for him early in his rugby career.
Playing for Top Clubs
Blaney played for Leinster, a well-known Irish team. Later, he moved to England. He joined Bristol Rugby, which played in the Guinness Premiership. He was a key player for Bristol for several years. He played as a hooker, a forward position in rugby. Hookers are important for winning the ball in scrums and lineouts.
External links
- Guinness Premiership profile
- Bristol profile
- Statbunker profile
