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Mark Hopley is a former professional rugby union player from England. He was born on May 1, 1984, in Crewe. Mark played as a flanker for the Northampton Saints team in the Guinness Premiership, which is a top rugby competition.

Mark started his rugby journey at Whitchurch Rugby Club in Shropshire. He went to Bishop Heber High School in Malpas, Cheshire, just like his teammate Ben Foden.

Playing Career

Mark Hopley was a strong player. He stands about 1.91 meters (6 feet 3 inches) tall and weighs around 102 kilograms (16 stone).

Debut and Key Seasons

Mark made his first appearance for Northampton Saints in 2005. This game was against the Newcastle Falcons. He really started to show his skills during the 2007-2008 season. During this time, he became a very important player in the number 8 position.

In that successful season, Mark played in 21 matches. He also scored 3 tries, which are important points in rugby.

Life After Playing

After his time as a player, Mark Hopley continued to be involved in rugby. He now works as a coach for the Saints Academy. In this role, he helps to train and develop young, talented rugby players from the local area.

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