Martin Halsall facts for kids
| Birth name | Martin Halsall | ||||||||||||
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| Date of birth | 25 December 1984 | ||||||||||||
| Place of birth | Blackpool, England | ||||||||||||
| Height | 1.81 m (5 ft 11 in) | ||||||||||||
| Weight | 116 kg (18 st 4 lb) | ||||||||||||
| School | Kirkham Grammar School | ||||||||||||
| Rugby union career | |||||||||||||
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Martin Halsall was born on December 25, 1984, in Blackpool, England. He is a former professional rugby union player. Martin played as a tighthead prop, which is a strong position in the front row of a rugby team. He played for teams like Sale Sharks and Nottingham R.F.C..
Martin's Rugby Journey
Martin Halsall began his rugby career with the Sale Sharks team. He first played for their main team in 2004. This was a big step for him as a young player.
Winning a Major Title
During the 2005–2006 rugby season, Martin was part of the Sale Sharks team that made history. They won their first-ever Premiership title. Even though he only played in one match that season, being part of a championship-winning team was a great achievement.
Moving to Nottingham
In December 2010, Martin decided to leave Sale Sharks. He joined Nottingham to get more chances to play in first-team matches. This move allowed him to gain more experience on the field.
Retirement from Rugby
Martin Halsall's rugby career ended in May 2011. He retired from the sport because of neck injuries. It's important for athletes to take care of their bodies, and sometimes injuries mean they have to stop playing.
