Mark Odejobi facts for kids
| Date of birth | 18 January 1988 | ||||||||||||||||
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| Place of birth | Southwark, England | ||||||||||||||||
| Height | 1.78 m (5 ft 10 in) | ||||||||||||||||
| Weight | 100 kg (15 st 10 lb; 220 lb) | ||||||||||||||||
| School | Millfield School | ||||||||||||||||
| University | Brunel University | ||||||||||||||||
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Mark Tunde O. Odejobi, born on January 18, 1988, in London, England, is a former professional rugby union player. He played for several clubs, including London Wasps and Esher. Mark was known for playing in two different positions: as a winger and later as a flanker. His nickname is Oddjob.
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Mark Odejobi: Rugby Player
Mark Odejobi is a well-known name in the world of English rugby. He played at a high level in the sport for many years. His career included playing for top teams in England.
Early Life and Education
Mark Odejobi attended two famous schools in England. He studied at Dulwich College and then at Millfield School. These schools are known for their strong sports programs. His education helped him develop his rugby skills.
Rugby Career Highlights
Mark started his professional rugby career with London Wasps. This team plays in the Premiership, which is the top rugby league in England. He was a key player for them for several years.
During his time with London Wasps, Mark also had a short loan period. He played for London Welsh, another professional rugby club. This gave him more experience on the field.
Originally, Mark played as a winger. This position is usually for fast players who score tries. In 2010, he changed his main position. He started playing as a flanker. This role involves more tackling and defending.
After playing for London Wasps, Mark joined Esher. Esher competes in the Aviva Championship. This is another important rugby league in England. In November 2011, Mark moved to Redingensians. He played on the wing for this team.
International Recognition
Mark Odejobi also represented his country in rugby. He earned a bronze medal for Great Britain. This was in men's rugby sevens at the 2013 Summer Universiade. The Universiade is a major international sports event for university athletes.
