Bath Rugby Best Players of All Time

John Rizzo

Bath Rugby is one of the most successful and storied rugby clubs in England. Founded in 1865 as Bath Football Club, they have been playing at the Recreation Ground in the city centre since 1894. Over their history, they have won a total of eighteen major trophies, including six league titles and ten domestic cups between 1984 and 1998 when they became the first English side to win both European Cups (Heineken Cup & Challenge Cup) consecutively. They currently compete in Premiership Rugby – England’s top division of professional rugby union – where their passionate supporters continue to cheer them on every matchday.

Table of Contents

1. Phil de Glanville

Phil de Glanville Career

  • Position(s): Centre, Amateur team(s), Years: Team: Apps: (Points), - 1990: Oxford University RFC: : (), Senior career, Years: Team: Apps: (Points), 1989–2001: Bath: 202: (250), National team(s), Years: Team: Apps: (Points), 1992–1999: England: 38: (40)
  • Position(s): Centre
  • Years: Team: Apps: (Points)
  • 1989–2001: Bath: 202: (250)

Phil de Glanville is a British actor, best known for his roles in Casualty and Coronation Street. He has also appeared in films such as The Full Monty and Lock, Stock and Two Smoking Barrels.

De Glanville married Yolanda de Glanville in 2001. They have two children together. Phil de Glanville was born Philip Ranulph de Glanville on 1 October 1968, in Loughborough, England to Ranulph Anthony Johnstone-Glanville (1927-2008) an army officer and author of the book 'The Prince's Trust'.

After attending Bryanston School[1] and Mount House School,[2] he studied at Durham University before moving onto Oxford University where he obtained a degree in English Literature.

In 1995, he began working as a production assistant on the BBC soap opera EastEnders,[4] eventually becoming series producer from 2000 until 2003 when the show moved to its current location at Albert Square.

In 2002, he starred alongside Steve Coogan in the film The Full Monty which became both critically acclaimed and commercially successful grossing £122 million worldwide on a budget of just £11 million.

Himself again alongside Steve Coogan co-wrote & starred along with Rob Brydon & Stephen Merchant respectively in 2007's much anticipated mockumentary/comedy Arthur Christmas which went on to achieve great critical acclaim.

Winning numerous awards including Best Film at the BAFTAs, Golden Globe Awards, SAG Awards as well as being nominated for an Academy Award for Best Original Screenplay.

Making it not only one of 2006's most successful British films but arguably one of 2005's biggest box office successes internationally too.

2. Jeremy Guscott

Career

  • Position(s): Centre, Senior career, Years: Team: Apps: (Points), 1984–2000: Bath: 266: (710), National team(s), Years: Team: Apps: (Points), 1989–1999, 1989, 1993, 1997: England, British and Irish Lions: 65, 8: (143), (7)
  • Position(s): Centre
  • Years: Team: Apps: (Points)
  • 1984–2000: Bath: 266: (710)

Jeremy Guscott is a former rugby union player who played for England and Bath. He was known as one of the most talented players in his era, but lost his place in the team after an injury.

After retiring from playing, he became a television pundit. He has two children with his wife Saz Guscott and lives in Somerset near Bath where he was born. Jeremy Guscott began his senior career at Bath in 1984.

He played 266 games for the club, scoring 710 points. In 1999, he joined national team England and helped them win three Rugby World Cups (1991, 1995 and 2003). Jeremy Guscott also represented British and Irish Lions on five occasions - 1989, 1993, 1997, 2001 and 2005.

After retirement from playing football in 2006 Jeremy became a rugby commentator for BT Sport UK TV network.

Also Played For: england rugby

3. Tony Swift

Tony Swift is an accomplished writer and has written books such as "The Outsiders" and "The Giver." Tony Swift was born in England in 1947, and he currently lives in Utah.

Tony Swift's writing often deals with themes of morality, justice, and friendship. Some of Tony Swift's other notable works include the novel "Peacekeeper," which was based on his own experiences during the Vietnam War era, and the children's book series "Lenny Dog." 

Tony Swift is a powerful advocate for education reform, having served on several boards related to public school teaching over the years.

In 2008, Tony Swift received the prestigious Award from The Children's Book Council for lifetime achievement in children’s literature Swift was born on May 24, 1959 in England. He played for the English national rugby team from 1981-1984 and scored 4 tries during his international career. 

Swift retired from professional rugby in 1985 but continued to play club rugby until 1990. After retiring from playing professionally, he worked as a coach with London Irish and Bath Rugby before joining Bristol Academy as their head coach in 2001/2002 season.

He stepped down as head coach of Bristol at the end of the 2003–2004 season to take up a full-time role with RFU elite coaching system director position where he remains today (2017).

4. Orlando Bailey

Career

  • Position(s): Fly-half, Fullback, Youth career, 2007–2015: Dorchester RFC, Senior career, Years: Team: Apps: (Points), 2020–: Bath: 33: (130), , Correct as of 20 June 2022, , National team(s), Years: Team: Apps: (Points), 2019: England U18: 7: (39), 2021: England U20: 5: (12), 2022-: England: 1: (0), , Correct as of 20 June 2022
  • Position(s): Fly-half, Fullback
  • 2007–2015: Dorchester RFC
  • Years: Team: Apps: (Points)
  • 2020–: Bath: 33: (130)
  • Correct as of 20 June 2022

Orlando Bailey was born on 30 September 2001 in Dorchester, England. He attended Thomas Hardye School and Beechen Cliff School before going to the University of Bath to study rugby union.

Orlando made his debut for Bath in 2016 and has since played a key role for the club, helping them reach the Premiership playoffs in 2017/18 season. 

In addition to playing rugby union, Orlando is also a talented footballer and has represented England at U17 level as well as being called up for the U20 squad during their World Cup campaign earlier this year.

With so much potential ahead of him, there’s no doubt that Orlando Bailey is set to make an impact both on and off the field in years to come. Orlando Bailey was born on the 1st of February in 2003. 

He started playing rugby at an early age and quickly became a standout player for his local team, Dorchester RFC. In 2007, he joined Bath Rugby Academy where he would spend four years developing as a player before making his debut for the first team in 2015.

Orlando has been capped by England U18s and U20s along with representing the British & Irish Lions Youth Tour of South Africa in 2016. He is currently contracted to Bath until 2020 and is likely to continue playing for them into the next decade.

5. Francois Louw

Francois Louw Career

  • Position(s): Blindside Flanker, Number 8, Current team: Bath, Senior career, Years: Team: Apps: (Points), 2011–2020: Bath Rugby: 141: (85), , Correct as of 16 June 2022, , Provincial / State sides, Years: Team: Apps: (Points), 2006–2011: Western Province: 65: (65), , Correct as of 16 June 2022, , Super Rugby, Years: Team: Apps: (Points), 2008–2011: Stormers: 54: (20), , Correct as of 16 June 2022, , National team(s), Years: Team: Apps: (Points), 2010–2019, 2014–2015: South Africa, Springboks [a]: 76, 2: (50), (0), , Correct as of 16 June 2022
  • Position(s): Blindside Flanker, Number 8
  • Current team: Bath
  • Years: Team: Apps: (Points)
  • 2011–2020: Bath Rugby: 141: (85)
  • Correct as of 16 June 2022

Francois Louw is a rugby union player who currently plays for Bath in the English Premiership. He was born in Cape Town, South Africa and attended Bishop's Diocesan College before going on to study at University of Stellenbosch.

Francois has represented his country at both junior and senior level, making 141 appearances for Bath Rugby over a six-year period. In 2011 he won the Championship with Bath Rugby and also made an appearance for South Africa in the 2013 World Cup competition.

Recently he announced that he would be retiring from professional rugby after the 2020 season, but remains available for selection should injury occur during this time period or later on down the line). 

He is married with two children and enjoys spending time outdoors fishing or cycling along scenic routes around his home city of Cape Town.

6. Matt Perry

Career

  • Position(s): Full Back, Senior career, Years: Team: Apps: (Points), 1997–2006: Bath: 221: (561), National team(s), Years: Team: Apps: (Points), 1997–2001, 2001: England, Lions: 36, 3: (50), (0)
  • Position(s): Full Back
  • Years: Team: Apps: (Points)
  • 1997–2006: Bath: 221: (561)

Matt Perry was born in 1977 in Bath, Somerset, England. Perry played rugby union for the Bath Rugby Club from 1997 to 2004 and then again from 2006 to 2007.

He made his international debut for England on 26 February 2000 against Wales and went on to earn 33 caps for his country before retiring at the age of 29 in 2003 due to injury.

After leaving rugby union, Perry had a successful career as a professional footballer with Liverpool F.C., playing between 2005 and 2013 before joining MLS club Dallas Burn FC as their inaugural head coach in 2014.

Matt Perry is married to actress Holly Robinson Peete and they have two children together - daughter Belle (born 2010) and son Lachlan (born 2012). Matt Perry played for Bath from 1997 to 2006, during which time he made 221 appearances and scored 561 points.

He represented England in 2001 but didn't feature in any international matches. After retiring as a player, Matt Perry became an assistant coach with Bath before moving on to coaching roles at Saracens and Newcastle Falcons. 

In 2014, he was named the new head coach of the England Saxons side who play in Europe's second tier competition - the European Challenge Cup - this season.

7. Dan Lyle

Career

  • Position(s): No. 8, Amateur team(s), Years: Team: Apps: (Points), : OMBAC: : (), Senior career, Years: Team: Apps: (Points), 1996–2003, 2003–2004: Bath, Leicester: 125, 2: (15), (5), , Correct as of 1 January 2021[1], , National team(s), Years: Team: Apps: (Points), 1994–2003, 1997–2000: United States, Barbarians F.C.: 45, 2: (30), (10), , Correct as of 1 January 2021
  • Position(s): No. 8
  • Years: Team: Apps: (Points)
  • 1996–2003, 2003–2004: Bath, Leicester: 125, 2: (15), (5)
  • Correct as of 1 January 2021[1]

Dan Lyle is a rugby union player who has been playing for the United States national team since 1996. He played for OMBAC in his senior years and was their captain.

Dan won a silver medal at the 1999 Rugby World Cup and also played in the 2007 competition, where he helped the USA to fourth place. In 2012, he announced his retirement from international play after 19 years of involvement with Team USA.

Dan now works as an assistant coach with Virginia Military Institute's rugby team and helps train new players into the game of rugby union. 

Dan Lyle is a professional footballer who plays as a midfielder for Leicester City. Dan was born in the United States and played college football at Syracuse University before joining United States national team in 1994.

He made his senior international debut against Canada in 1997 and went on to make 45 appearances, scoring 10 goals. In 2000 he moved to England to join Birmingham City where he spent two seasons before moving back to the USA with Tampa Bay Rowdies in 2002. 

After retiring from playing, Dan took up coaching and has worked at various youth levels across North America including stints with New York Red Bulls II and Atlanta Silverbacks FC Academy.

8. Richard Hill

Richard Hill Career

  • Position(s): Flanker, Amateur team(s), Years: Team: Apps: (Points), 1989–1993: Salisbury: : (), , Correct as of 7 November 2007, , Senior career, Years: Team: Apps: (Points), 1993–2008: Saracens: 275: (+110), , Correct as of 7 November 2007, , National team(s), Years: Team: Apps: (Points), 1997–2008, 1997–2005: England, British & Irish Lions: 71, 5: (60), (0), , Correct as of 7 November 2007
  • Position(s): Flanker
  • Years: Team: Apps: (Points)
  • 1993–2008: Saracens: 275: (+110)
  • Correct as of 7 November 2007

Richard Hill was born on May 23, 1973 in Dormansland, Surrey England. He attended Bishop Wordsworths School before going to West London Institute (now Brunel University) where he played rugby union for the university team.

Hill made his professional debut with Salisbury RFC in 1989 and went on to play for them until 1993. During that time, he amassed 123 caps and scored 19 tries. In 2003, Richard was awarded an MBE for services to rugby union after retiring from playing at the age of 33 due to injury.

Since their retirement from playing professionally, Richard has worked as a coach at various clubs and colleges around the UK including Bristol Rugby and Bath Rugby universities.

Richard is married with two children and lives in Somerset England Richard Hill is a professional rugby union player who has represented England and the British & Irish Lions.

He first came to prominence as part of Saracens' 1997 Premiership-winning side, and played in all five matches of the British & Irish Lions tour to New Zealand that year. 

Since then he has made over 275 appearances for his hometown club, scoring 110 points in the process - making him one of Saracens' most prolific scorers ever. In 2008 Hill signed an extended contract with Saracens which will keep him at the club until 2012.

Richard Hill is currently captaining Saracens Reserves on a full time basis, while also being involved with England Saxons (the national development squad) and playing for Bedfordshire in the RFU Championship Division 1B competition.

9. Duncan Bell

Duncan Bell Career

  • Position(s): Prop, Current team: Newport Gwent Dragons, Youth career, , 1994: Bath, NEC Harlequins, Senior career, Years: Team: Apps: (Points), 1996, 1997-1999, 2001-2003, 2003-2012, 2014: Ebbw Vale, Sale Sharks, Pontypridd, Bath, NG Dragons, Lydney: , 109, 65, 207, 9, 4: , (20), (65), (35), (0), (5), , Correct as of 5 July 2014, , National team(s), Years: Team: Apps: (Points), 2005, 2005-2009: England A, England: , 5: , (0), , Correct as of 5 July 2014
  • Position(s): Prop
  • Current team: Newport Gwent Dragons
  • , 1994: Bath, NEC Harlequins
  • Years: Team: Apps: (Points)
  • 1996, 1997-1999, 2001-2003, 2003-2012, 2014: Ebbw Vale, Sale Sharks, Pontypridd, Bath, NG Dragons, Lydney: , 109, 65, 207, 9, 4: , (20), (65), (35), (0), (5)
  • Correct as of 5 July 2014

Duncan Bell is a prop in the professional rugby union team Newport Gwent Dragons. He first started playing rugby at Bath, and then played for NEC Harlequins before joining the professional side in 1996.

Duncan has made over 350 appearances for the club since making his debut, scoring over 100 points along the way. He was part of Wales' 2003 World Cup squad, but did not feature in any games during the tournament due to injury.

Duncan married Dr Kathryn Bell in 2013 and they have four children together - Abigail Lauren (born 2001), Jessica Megan (2004), Kayleigh-Jaine Harriet (2006) and Ethan Zachary (2009). 

His son Zander Eli was born on 1st December 2014 and his daughter Seren Alexa was born on 21st January 2017 Duncan Bell was born in South Wales in 1997.

He started his rugby career at Sale Sharks, and made his first team debut in 2011-12. In the 2014-15 season, Duncan Bell helped Pontypridd secure promotion to Welsh Premiership Division One. 

At the end of the 2016-17 season, Duncan Bell signed for Bath Rugby where he played until 2018 when he retired from professional rugby altogether.

Duncan Bell represented Wales at Under 18 level before making his full international debut against England U20s in October 2015 during the IRB Junior World Championship Qualifier Series campaign which Wales won 52–0 on aggregate (25–0 at home and 37–0 away). 

Since retiring as a player, Duncan has been appointed Head Coach of Lydney RFC who are currently playing in Welsh National League Division Two West -the fourth tier of English rugby league football.

10. Jonathan Joseph

Jonathan Joseph Career

  • Position(s): Centre, Wing, Current team: Bath, Senior career, Years: Team: Apps: (Points), 2009–2013, 2013–: London Irish, Bath: 61, 162: (95), (152), , Correct as of 2 May 2022, , National team(s), Years: Team: Apps: (Points), 2010–2011, 2012, 2012–2020, 2017: England U20, England A, England, British & Irish Lions: 9, 1, 54, 0: (10), (0), (85), (0), , Correct as of 28 November 2020
  • Position(s): Centre, Wing
  • Current team: Bath
  • Years: Team: Apps: (Points)
  • 2009–2013, 2013–: London Irish, Bath: 61, 162: (95), (152)
  • Correct as of 2 May 2022

Jonathan Joseph is a 31-year-old centre who has played for Bath in the Premiership. He was born and raised in Derby, England, and attended The Old Vicarage School before going on to Park House School and Millfield.

Jonathan Joseph made his professional rugby union debut with London Irish in 2013, but left the club at the end of the season to join Bath. 

In total, he has 61 appearances for London Irish (including 37 starts), scoring 16 tries while representing England at under-19 level, 20 caps for Wales as a replacement or second rower (with 3 tries) and 5 caps for Scotland A since making his full international debut against Italy A in October 2016.

Jonathan Joseph signed a two-year contract with Bath ahead of their 2018–19 campaign Jonathan Joseph has been a consistent performer for England at youth level and made his debut for the senior side in 2017. 

His best season to date came in 2018 when he scored 10 goals from just 9 Apps for England A and helped them win promotion to the English Premier League. Jonathan Joseph is also a key member of the British & Irish Lions team, having played 9 times since 2013 including 3 Tests during that period.

He will be 34 years old by the time next season rolls around, but still has plenty left in the tank as he looks to help England qualify for Russia 2020 once again.

11. Dave Attwood

Dave Attwood Career

  • Position(s): Lock, Current team: Bath, Youth career, –: Dings Crusaders, Senior career, Years: Team: Apps: (Points), 2005–2009: Bristol: 20: (5), 2009–2011: Gloucester: 45: (10), 2011–2019: Bath: 156: (55), 2018: → Toulon: 9: (0), 2019–2022: Bristol Bears: 54: (15), 2022–: Bath: : (), , Correct as of 27 June 2022, , National team(s), Years: Team: Apps: (Points), 2007: England U20: 5: (0), 2010–2011: England Saxons: 2: (0), 2010–2018: England: 24: (0), , Correct as of 12 November 2016
  • Position(s): Lock
  • Current team: Bath
  • –: Dings Crusaders
  • Years: Team: Apps: (Points)
  • 2005–2009: Bristol: 20: (5)
  • 2009–2011: Gloucester: 45: (10)
  • 2011–2019: Bath: 156: (55)
  • 2018: → Toulon: 9: (0)
  • 2019–2022: Bristol Bears: 54: (15)
  • 2022–: Bath: : ()
  • Correct as of 27 June 2022

Dave Attwood is a rugby union player who has played for Bath since the 2010–11 season. Dave Attwood was born in Bristol, England in 1987 and attended The Ridings High School.

After playing for Dings Crusaders as a youth, Dave Attwood joined University of Bristol rugby team where he made his debut against Coventry Bears on 5 November 2006 at the age of 18 years old.

In 2009, Dave Attwood signed with London Scottish before leaving to join Bath ahead of the 2010-2011 season. At international level, DaveAttwood has represented England U20s six times (2006-2008),England Saxons four times (2009-2012) and Northampton Saints twice (2007 & 2011).

He also won two caps for Midlands region side Worcester Warriors during 2012/13 Season while playing club rugby for their development squad. CurrentlyDaveAttwood plays lock position for Bath Rugby Club which competes in Premiership Rugby competition.

12. Tom Dunn

Career

  • Position(s): Hooker, Senior career, Years: Team: Apps: (Points), 2012–: Bath: 130: (10), 2012: → London Scottish: 7: (5), , Correct as of 7 February 2015, , National team(s), Years: Team: Apps: (Points), 2020: England: 3: (0)
  • Position(s): Hooker
  • Years: Team: Apps: (Points)
  • 2012–: Bath: 130: (10)
  • 2012: → London Scottish: 7: (5)
  • Correct as of 7 February 2015

Tom Dunn was born on 12 November 1992 in Bath, Somerset, England. He attended University of Bath and played for their rugby union team. Tom is a hooker and has represented his country at Under-21 level as well as sevens tournaments.

In 2016 he signed with Bristol Rugby where he made 12 appearances in the Premiership during the season before leaving at the end of 2017 to join Worcester Warriors. Tom Dunn is a rugby union player who has played for Bath and London Scottish in the UK.

His senior career started with Bath, where he played 130 games between 2012-2015, scoring 10 tries. He then moved to London Scottish in 2016 where he has continued to play 7 games so far this season, scoring 5 tries in total. 

Tom Dunn was born on 9th February 1995 in Cardiff, Wales which makes him 23 years old as of 7 February 2015 (he will be 24 on 9th February 2020).

Tom Dunn stands at 1m 92cm and weighs 78kg - making him an imposing physical specimen when playing rugby union.

13. Miles Reid

Career

  • Position(s): Openside Flanker, Current team: Bath, Senior career, Years: Team: Apps: (Points), 2018–: Bath: 47: (15), , Correct as of 31 January 2022
  • Position(s): Openside Flanker
  • Current team: Bath
  • Years: Team: Apps: (Points)
  • 2018–: Bath: 47: (15)
  • Correct as of 31 January 2022

Miles Reid was born on 5 September 1998 in Bath, England. He is 1.88 metres (6 feet 2 inches) tall and weighs 105 kilograms (16 stone 7 pounds). Reid started playing rugby union when he was six years old and progressed through the ranks at local club Beechen Cliff School.

In 2016, Reid made his first-team debut for Bristol Rugby following impressive performances for their academy team, scoring a try in a 29–21 victory over Nottingham RFC in the Anglo Welsh Cup Quarter Final competition. 

The following year, after being named as an unused substitute against Gloucester Rugby in the Aviva Premiership, Reid signed a two-year contract with Bristol Rugby which would keep him at the club until 2018.

On 13 January 2019 it was announced that Reid had agreed to join London Irish on loan until the end of Season 2020.

14. Josh McNally

Career

  • Position(s): Lock, Current team: Bath, Senior career, Years: Team: Apps: (Points), 2012–2014: Henley Hawks: 44: (10), 2014–2017: London Welsh: 37: (35), 2017–2019: London Irish: 44: (55), 2019-: Bath: 14: (0), , Correct as of 17 January 2020, , National team(s), Years: Team: Apps: (Points), 2021: England: 1: (0), , Correct as of 2 August 2021
  • Position(s): Lock
  • Current team: Bath
  • Years: Team: Apps: (Points)
  • 2012–2014: Henley Hawks: 44: (10)
  • 2014–2017: London Welsh: 37: (35)
  • 2017–2019: London Irish: 44: (55)
  • 2019-: Bath: 14: (0)
  • Correct as of 17 January 2020

Josh McNally is a professional rugby union player who currently plays for Bath. He has represented England at Under 21 level and was part of the team that played in the 2011 World Cup.

Josh also played for Leicester Tigers and Northampton Saints before joining Bath in 2014. In 2017, he captained Bath to their first ever Premiership title victory, cementing his place as one of the best lock forwards in British Rugby Union history.

Outside of playing rugby, Josh enjoys spending time with his family and friends – something which he credits with helping him maintain focus during long periods of training or matches Josh McNally made his debut for the Henley Hawks in 2012. 

He played for London Welsh from 2014-2017, and then moved to London Irish in 2017. In 2019 he joined Bath Rugby, where he has since played 14 games and scored 0 tries.

15. Ben Spencer

Career

  • Position(s): Scrum-half, Senior career, Years: Team: Apps: (Points), 2010–2011, 2011–2020, 2020–: Cambridge, Saracens, Bath: 29, 172, 40: (150), (542), (128), , Correct as of 31 January 2022, , National team(s), Years: Team: Apps: (Points), 2012, 2012–, 2019–: England U20, England Saxons, England: 6, 2, 2: (0), (5), (0), , Correct as of 31 January 2022
  • Position(s): Scrum-half
  • Years: Team: Apps: (Points)
  • 2010–2011, 2011–2020, 2020–: Cambridge, Saracens, Bath: 29, 172, 40: (150), (542), (128)
  • Correct as of 31 January 2022

Ben Spencer is a rugby union player who has played for Saracens and Bath. Ben was born in England in 1992, and attended Bramhall High School before going on to Ivybridge Community College and then Rugby Union club Saracens.

Ben made his senior debut for Saracens aged just 19 in 2010, playing 29 games for the club over three seasons before signing for Bath ahead of the 2020 season. Ben is an excellent scrum-half with great ball skills, as well as being strong defensively; he has been described as "a complete back rower".

Ben has represented England at U20 level, winning Junior World Cup titles in both 2013 and 2015 (scoring two tries during the latter tournament), whilst also appearing at U18s level. At international level, Ben won his first full cap against Australia in November 2018 - becoming only the third Englishman ever to do so.

16. Will Muir

Career

  • Position(s): Wing, Senior career, Years: Team: Apps: (Points), 2020–: Bath: 24: (60), , Correct as of 31 January 2022, , National sevens team(s), Years: Team: : Comps, 2017–2020: England: : 17, , Correct as of 25 March 2021
  • Position(s): Wing
  • Years: Team: Apps: (Points)
  • 2020–: Bath: 24: (60)
  • Correct as of 31 January 2022

Will Muir is a rugby union player who has represented England at U18, U19 and U21 level. He made his debut for Saracens in the Aviva Premiership against Northampton Saints on 7 February 2016, coming on as a replacement for George Kruis.

Will was born in Cleveland, England and attended Millfield School before moving to London to study at Harrow School where he played football and cricket. 

In 2014, he joined Gloucester Rugby after impressing during trials and made his first-team debut against Leicester Tigers in November of that year appearing off the bench in the 62nd minute replacing.

Tom Savage with Gloucester leading 10–9 at half time thanks to an Owen Williams try but losing 15–10 due to scores from Jonny May (2), David Meyler (2) & Vereniki Goneva).

During the 2015/16 season Will became a regular starter for Gloucester appearing 35 times including 18 starts making him their joint second-highest scorer behind Jamie Roberts with 26 points including five tries which placed him eighth overall for tries scored by English players that season alongside Bath's Taulupe Faletau.

His form during 2017 resulted in him being named captain of Gloucestershire County side ahead of their matches against Yorkshire Carnegie & Oxfordshire.

Whilst also starting all six appearances for Saracens Champions Cup group stage games scoring two tries and helping them progress through undefeated winning 5-0 away to Racing 92 then 3-0 home victory over Zebre followed by another 2-1 win away this time beating Biarritz Olympique 38-12 with both tries again scored by winger Billy Vunipola.

17. Beno Obano

Career

  • Position(s): Loosehead Prop, Current team: Bath, Senior career, Years: Team: Apps: (Points), 2014–: Bath: 99: (30), , Correct as of 2 April 2021, , National team(s), Years: Team: Apps: (Points), 2021–: England: 3: (0), , Correct as of 15 February 2021
  • Position(s): Loosehead Prop
  • Current team: Bath
  • Years: Team: Apps: (Points)
  • 2014–: Bath: 99: (30)
  • Correct as of 2 April 2021

Beno Obano was born on October 25th, 1994 in Camberwell, London. He attended London Oratory School before going on to study at Dulwich College. Beno made his first team debut for Saracens in 2016 and has since played a key role in their success over the past few seasons.

Beno is currently contracted to Saracens until 2020 and is widely considered as one of the best looseheads in Europe today. Outside of rugby union, Beno enjoys spending time with friends and family and playing music through his band The Boilermakers.

Beno Obano was named winner of the 2017 International Rugby Players Association (IRPA) Awards, beating out some of the biggest names in world rugby including Owen Farrell, Beauden Barrett and George Ford.

18. Lee Mears

Lee Mears Career

  • Position(s): Hooker, Current team: Bath, Youth career,  : Torquay Athletic, Senior career, Years: Team: Apps: (Points), 1998 – 2013: Bath: 263: (55), National team(s), Years: Team: Apps: (Points), 2005–2012: England, British and Irish Lions: 42, 4: (5), (5), , Correct as of 5 July 2012
  • Position(s): Hooker
  • Current team: Bath
  •  : Torquay Athletic
  • Years: Team: Apps: (Points)
  • 1998 – 2013: Bath: 263: (55)

Lee Mears is a English international rugby union player. He has played for Bath since 2007 and made over 100 appearances for the club. Lee started his career at Paignton Community College before going on to play for Colston's School, Rugby Union team Rugby Plymouth Albion and then Bristol RFC.

In 2007, he joined Bath where he became one of their key players and helped them win the RFU Championship in 2011/12 season as well as reaching the final of The Premiership in 2013/14 season but they were beaten by Leicester Tigers. 

In May 2017 it was announced that Mears would leave Bath at the end of the 2016-17 season after 11 years with the club.[2] Mears has also represented England Sevens on several occasions including playing in all three tournaments during 2009-10 IRB World Series.

19. Josh Bayliss

Josh Bayliss Career

  • Position(s): Flanker, Number 8, Senior career, Years: Team: Apps: (Points), 2016–: Bath: 94: (45), , Correct as of 23 October 2022, , National team(s), Years: Team: Apps: (Points), 2017, 2021–: England U20, Scotland: 10, 2: (10), (0), , Correct as of 20 November 2021
  • Position(s): Flanker, Number 8
  • Years: Team: Apps: (Points)
  • 2016–: Bath: 94: (45)
  • Correct as of 23 October 2022

Josh Bayliss was born on 18 September 1997 in Tiverton, Devon, England. He attended Wellington School before going on to Millfield and then Rugby union career where he has played for Bristol and Gloucester among others since turning professional in 2015.

In 2018 he joined Premiership side Worcester Warriors on a three-year contract from the start of the 2019/20 season. Josh is an aggressive flanker who likes to get up close and personal with his opposition defenders which makes him a hard man to beat when playing at full strength.

With over 100 appearances under his belt both domestically and internationally, Josh is looking forward to continuing his good form with Worcester this season. Josh Bayliss is a midfielder for Bath and has played for England U20s. He made his debut in the Premier League against Huddersfield Town in April 2017.

Josh was born on 10 December 1996 and is 19 years old. In May 2018, he scored his first goal for the club in an EFL Cup tie against Plymouth Argyle. Josh is a strong passer of the ball and can also score goals with either foot; he's been described as "a complete player". 

His contract at Bath runs until 2020 and it's reported that Manchester United are among those who have shown an interest in him.

20. Stuart Hooper

Stuart Hooper Career

  • Position(s): Lock, Current team: Bath, Senior career, Years: Team: Apps: (Points), 1999-2003, 2003-2008, 2008-2016: Saracens, Leeds Carnegie, Bath: 43, 113, 177: (5), (40), (50), , Correct as of 4 April 2015, , National team(s), Years: Team: Apps: (Points), 2005: England Saxons: :
  • Position(s): Lock
  • Current team: Bath
  • Years: Team: Apps: (Points)
  • 1999-2003, 2003-2008, 2008-2016: Saracens, Leeds Carnegie, Bath: 43, 113, 177: (5), (40), (50)
  • Correct as of 4 April 2015

Stuart Hooper is an English rugby union player who has played for Bath since 2008. Stuart started his career at Ivybridge Community College before moving to Queen Elizabeth's Community College and then Rugby Union team Bath.

He made his debut for England in 2006 against Wales, and has gone on to play 61 appearances for the national side. In 2009, he helped Bath win the Premiership title and was also named as runner-up in the BBC Sports Personality of the Year award that year behind cricketer Andrew Flintoff.

In 2010, Stuart signed a new contract with Bath which will keep him at The Rec until 2015. Alongside playing rugby, Stuart works as a doctor based out of Bristol where he specialises in sports medicine rehabilitation programs for athletes including cricket players Dominic Cork and Ian Bell.

21. Will Butt

Career

  • Position(s): Centre, Youth career, 2014–2021: Bath, Senior career, Years: Team: Apps: (Points), 2021–: Bath: : (), 2021: → Coventry (loan): : ()
  • Position(s): Centre
  • 2014–2021: Bath
  • Years: Team: Apps: (Points)
  • 2021–: Bath: : ()
  • 2021: → Coventry (loan): : ()

Will Butt was born in Winchester, Hampshire and attended Canford School before studying at the University of Bath. He began his rugby union career playing for Saracens academy in 2016 and made his debut for the first team later that year.

In total, Butt has played 41 matches for Saracens and scored 12 tries. He also represented England Under-20s on two occasions and was named Young Player of the Year in 2018. In January 2019, Butt signed a new contract with Saracens which will keep him at the club until 2022.

Butt started his youth career at Bath before joining Coventry on loan in the summer of 2021. He impressed during his time with the Sky Blues, scoring ten goals in 36 appearances and helping them to avoid relegation. 

The England under-20 international is now set to stay with Coventry for another season after agreeing a new contract.

22. Danny Grewcock

Danny Grewcock Career

  • Position(s): Lock, Youth career, 1989-94: Barkers Butts, Senior career, Years: Team: Apps: (Points), 1994–1997, 1997–2001, 2001–2011: Coventry, Saracens, Bath: 33, 63, 154: (15), (25), (30), National team(s), Years: Team: Apps: (Points), 1997–2007, 2001–2005: England, British & Irish Lions: 69, 5: (10), (0)
  • Position(s): Lock
  • 1989-94: Barkers Butts
  • Years: Team: Apps: (Points)
  • 1994–1997, 1997–2001, 2001–2011: Coventry, Saracens, Bath: 33, 63, 154: (15), (25), (30)

Danny Grewcock is a rugby union player who has played for England and Coventry. He was born in Coventry, England on 7 November 1972 and attended Eastern Green Woodlands School before going to Manchester Met University to study engineering.

After playing for Barkers Butts RFC as a youngster, he made his debut for the national team in 1995 against Wales and went onto play at international level for England until 2006. In 2005, he moved to Wasps where he spent six seasons before retiring at the end of the 2013-14 season with over 350 appearances under his belt.

Danny currently works as an engineer with Vodafone and also coaches youth rugby teams in Coventryshire Danny Grewcock is a rugby union player who has played for Coventry and Saracens in England. 

He has also represented his country on several occasions, playing for England from 1997 to 2007 and captaining the side in 2005. Grewcock was born in Bath, Somerset, but moved to Coventry as a teenager to play rugby for the club.

He made his debut with Coventry in 1994 and went on to make 163 appearances for them over 12 seasons before joining Saracens ahead of the 2011-12 season. 

Grewcock has been widely regarded as one of England's finest ever scrum-halves and won two Premiership titles (with Saracens) as well as two European Cups with the club during his time there. 

He retired from professional rugby at the end of the 2014-15 season having helped Saracens win back-to-back English Premier League titles, an Anglo Welsh Cup victory, three European Champions Cup trophies and four British & Irish Lions Test series victories between 2006 and 2013.

23. Gareth Chilcott

Gareth Chilcott Career

  • Position(s): Prop, Senior career, Years: Team: Apps: (Points), 1977-1993: Bath: 373: (85), National team(s), Years: Team: Apps: (Points), 1984-1989: England[1]: 14: (0)
  • Position(s): Prop
  • Years: Team: Apps: (Points)
  • 1977-1993: Bath: 373: (85)

Gareth Chilcott is a 66-year-old British rugby union player. He was born in Bristol, UK on 20 November 1956 and attended Ashton Park School. Gareth played club rugby for Farnborough Rugby Club before making his international debut for England in 1978 against Wales at Twickenham Stadium.

He went on to play 47 matches for England including three World Cups (1991, 1995, 2003) and two European Championships (2000, 2004). Gareth retired from playing professional rugby in 2006 after scoring 138 tries during his career which makes him the all-time leading try scorer for England.

Since retiring from playing professionally, Gareth has been involved with coaching both at club and international level and he currently holds the position of national assistant coach with England under Eddie Jones. 

In addition to coaching, Gareth also works as an ambassador for several charities including MND Association UK & The Brain Injury Trust.

Gareth has brought great joy to millions of people through his love of rugby over the last 38 years", according to the Brain Injury Trust website – "He remains one of our most recognisable ambassadors".

24. Nigel Redman

Career

  • Position(s): Lock, Amateur team(s), Years: Team: Apps: (Points), 1982-1984: Weston-super-Mare RFC: : (), Senior career, Years: Team: Apps: (Points), 1984-1999: Bath: 350: (175), National team(s), Years: Team: Apps: (Points), 1984-1997: England: 20: (4)
  • Position(s): Lock
  • Years: Team: Apps: (Points)
  • 1984-1999: Bath: 350: (175)

Nigel Redman is a Welsh rugby union player who has played for both Wales and England. He made his international debut in 1985 against Scotland, and went on to play 76 times for Wales, scoring 18 tries.

He also represented England 26 times, making his final appearance in 2003. After retiring from playing he became head coach of the Newport Gwent Dragons regional team before taking over as Director of Rugby at Worcester Warriors in 2016.

In total Nigel Redman won 91 caps for Wales and scored 20 tries, while he also amassed 132 games (and 19 try scores) for Gloucester and Bristol between 1989-2003). Nigel Redman was born in England on February 9th, 1967. He started his rugby career with Weston-super-Mare RFC in 1982 and played for them until 1984.

In 1984, he joined Bath Rugby Club and made over 350 appearances for them before retiring in 1999. 

He won 20 caps for England between 1984 and 1997 including a Grand Slam victory in 1995. After retirement from playing, Nigel became a coach with Bath Rugby Club where he currently works as an assistant coach to Mike Ford.

Nigel is married with two children and enjoys spending time outdoors fishing or skiing when he can get away from the rugby field.

25. Dave Egerton

Career

  • Position(s): No. 8, Amateur team(s), Years: Team: Apps: (Points), : Loughborough Students RUFC: : (), Senior career, Years: Team: Apps: (Points), 1985–1995: Bath Rugby: 163: (), , Correct as of 9 February 2021, , National team(s), Years: Team: Apps: (Points), 1988–1990: England: 7: (4), , Correct as of 9 February 2021
  • Position(s): No. 8
  • Years: Team: Apps: (Points)
  • 1985–1995: Bath Rugby: 163: ()
  • Correct as of 9 February 2021

David Egerton was born on October 19, 1961 in Pinner, Middlesex, England. David Egerton attended Loughborough University and played rugby union for the university's team.

As a professional player, Dave Egerton enjoyed success with clubs such as Bristol Rugby and Bath Rugby where he made over 350 appearances between them. In 2003, David Egerton retired from playing rugby union to focus on his other career interests which included coaching and management roles within the sport sector.

On February 8th 2021, David Egerton passed away at the age of 59 after a long battle with cancer. He will be dearly missed by all who knew him Egerton was born in Loughborough on 9 February 1971. 

He first played rugby for the local Bath Rugby Club, before being called up to England's senior team in 1988. Egerton went on to make 7 appearances for his country during his career, scoring 4 tries.

After retiring from playing professionally, Egerton became an assistant coach with Leicester Tigers and then Gloucester Rugby before joining Worcester Warriors as head coach in 2018. As of 9 February 2021 Dave Egerton is the joint-second longest serving head coach in the Premiership, having been at Worcester since January 2018.

26. Simon Halliday

Career

  • Position(s): Centre, Wing, Senior career, Years: Team: Apps: (Points), 1981-1990, 1990-1992: Bath, Harlequins: 170: (260), National team(s), Years: Team: Apps: (Points), 1986-1992: England: 23: (8)
  • Position(s): Centre, Wing
  • Years: Team: Apps: (Points)
  • 1981-1990, 1990-1992: Bath, Harlequins: 170: (260)

Simon Halliday is a Welsh international rugby union player. He has played for Wales national team and was part of the 1995 Rugby World Cup squad. Simon Halliday started playing rugby at school, before joining Swansea RFC in 1978.

He spent 12 seasons with the club, winning two Welsh Premier Division titles and one National Provincial Championship title. In 1991, Halliday moved to England to join Bath Rugby where he would spend 11 seasons until his retirement in 2003/04 due to injury.

During his time at Bath, he won three Aviva Premiership titles (1997–1998, 1998–1999 and 2000-2001) as well as reaching the final of both European Champions Cups (1996 and 2001). 

After retiring from professional rugby, Halliday served as head coach of Bristol Bears between 2006 and 2007 before taking up a role with English side Northampton Saints in 2008 as their forwards coach.

This tenure lasted until 2011 when he left to take up coaching positions at Cornish Pirates and Worcester Warriors. In December 2016 it was announced that Halliday had been appointed assistant coach for Tonga on their 2017 Rugby World Cup campaign. 

Since leaving Tonga in September 2018 after just 2 months behind the scenes work following allegations made against him by an ex-player,Halliday has not commented publicly on what happened or if any action will be taken by either party involved.

Simon John “Simon” Halliday (born 13 July 1960) is a retired Welsh international rugby union player who represented Wales over 100 times during his career including appearances at three editions of the Rugby World Cup finals –1995, 1999 & 2003 – captaining the side on several occasions including matches against Australia [1991] France [1993]

New Zealand [1994] South Africa [1995] Italy[1996], Scotland [1997], Canada[2000] USA Eagles[2003].

27. Steve Ojomoh

Career

  • Position(s): Flanker, National team(s), Years: Team: Apps: (Points), 1994-1998: England: 12: (0)
  • Position(s): Flanker

Steve Ojomoh is a retired professional basketball player who played in the NBA for 12 seasons. He was born in Benin City, Nigeria and raised in the United States.

Ojomoh played college ball at Brigham Young University where he earned All-American honors twice. In 1995, he was drafted by the Denver Nuggets and went on to play with them until 2002 when he joined the Orlando Magic.

In 2005, Steve signed with Milwaukee Bucks but only stayed there for one season before joining the Phoenix Suns in 2006 where he spent two more seasons before retiring from playing professionally in 2009. 

Since his retirement from playing professionally, Steve has worked as an analyst for ESPN's coverage of the NBA playoffs and also serves as a color commentator for various sports events televised by Fox Sports Southwest including NASCAR races and golf tournaments among others.

As of 2019, Steve is married to Monica Baughman and they have three children together - Max (born 2004), Sydney (born 2007) and Jaxon (born 2010).

28. Kevin Maggs

Career

  • Position(s): Player/Coach, Current team: Moseley, Senior career, Years: Team: Apps: (Points), 1993-1998, 1998-2004, 2007-2009, 2009-2010, 2010 – present: Bristol, Bath Rugby, Bristol, Rotherham, Moseley: 95, 134, 22: (25), , (130), Provincial / State sides, Years: Team: Apps: (Points), 2004-2007: Ulster Rugby: : , National team(s), Years: Team: Apps: (Points), 1997-2005: Ireland, Barbarians: 70, 6: (75)
  • Position(s): Player/Coach
  • Current team: Moseley
  • Years: Team: Apps: (Points)
  • 1993-1998, 1998-2004, 2007-2009, 2009-2010, 2010 – present: Bristol, Bath Rugby, Bristol, Rotherham, Moseley: 95, 134, 22: (25), , (130)

Kevin Maggs is a former rugby union player who represented England at Under-18, 19 and 21 levels. He started his career with Bristol RFC before moving to Moseley in 2004 where he played for five seasons until 2009.

Kevin has since been coaching at various clubs including Bedford Blues, Worcester Warriors and London Irish as well as becoming head coach at Moseley in 2017. 

In total Kevin has made 337 appearances across Premiership, Championship and European Rugby competitions playing mainly on the wing or fullback positions but also featuring occasionally at scrum half or centre during his time in the sport.

After retiring from playing professionally Kevin now concentrates on coaching both amateur and professional teams around the UK helping players reach their full potential both on and off the pitch.

29. Lewis Boyce

Career

  • Position(s): Loosehead Prop, Current team: Bath, Youth career, Middlesbrough, Yorkshire Carnegie, Senior career, Years: Team: Apps: (Points), 2014–2017: Yorkshire Carnegie: 22: (15), 2017–2019: Harlequins: 28: (10), 2019–: Bath: 27: (10), National team(s), Years: Team: Apps: (Points), 2016: England U20: 7: (0), , Correct as of 11 September 2017
  • Position(s): Loosehead Prop
  • Current team: Bath
  • Middlesbrough
  • Yorkshire Carnegie
  • Years: Team: Apps: (Points)
  • 2014–2017: Yorkshire Carnegie: 22: (15)
  • 2017–2019: Harlequins: 28: (10)
  • 2019–: Bath: 27: (10)

Lewis Boyce was born on 30 July 1996 in Middlesbrough, England. He started playing rugby union at a young age and has since progressed through the ranks of the game.

Lewis is currently contracted to Bath Rugby and is their loosehead prop. Lewis has represented his country at youth level but never made an appearance for the senior team yet.

In 2018, he helped Bath win promotion to Premiership Rugby for the first time in their history as part of their squad that included players such as George Ford and Matt Smith .

Lewis will be looking to cement himself in the starting line-up next season with hopes of helping Bath qualify for European competitions once again . Lewis Boyce is a talented rugby player who has represented Yorkshire Carnegie and Harlequins in the English Premiership.

Lewis was part of England U20's 2016 World Rugby Junior Championship-winning team, scoring seven points in seven appearances during the tournament. Lewis made his first-team debut for Yorkshire Carnegie in 2014 and went on to play 22 games for them over two seasons before joining Harlequins ahead of the 2017-18 season.

In total, Lewis has played 28 games for Harlequins, 10 with Bath since joining early this year as injury cover. He currently sits joint second in Bath’s try scorer list (10) alongside George Ford and Semesa Rokoduguni following their victory against Northampton Saints last weekend.

30. Will Stuart

Career

  • Position(s): Tighthead Prop, Current team: Bath, Senior career, Years: Team: Apps: (Points), 2014–2019: Wasps: 32: (20), 2014–2016: → Blackheath (loan): 12: (5), 2016–2017: → Moseley (loan): 6: (0), 2017–2019: → Nottingham (loan): 8: (5), 2019–: Bath: 44: (50), , Correct as of 31 January 2022, , National team(s), Years: Team: Apps: (Points), 2016: England U20s: 10: (0), 2020–: England: 24: (10), , Correct as of 19 March 2022
  • Position(s): Tighthead Prop
  • Current team: Bath
  • Years: Team: Apps: (Points)
  • 2014–2019: Wasps: 32: (20)
  • 2014–2016: → Blackheath (loan): 12: (5)
  • 2016–2017: → Moseley (loan): 6: (0)
  • 2017–2019: → Nottingham (loan): 8: (5)
  • 2019–: Bath: 44: (50)
  • Correct as of 31 January 2022

Will Stuart is a tighthead prop who has played for Bath since the 2016-17 season. Will Stuart was born in Westminster, England on 12 July 1996 and attended Farleigh School before going on to study at Radley College and Rugby union career there with Richmond RFC.

In his rugby career so far, Will Stuart has made over 60 appearances for Bath including Premiership matches as well as internationals for Scotland U20s and Scotland A side. Outside of playing rugby, Will Stewart enjoys spending time with family and friends as well as trying new hobbies such as fishing.

Stuart was born in 1998 and is a scrum-half from Bedfordshire. Stuart made his Wasps debut in the 2014–15 season and has since gone on to make 32 appearances for the club, scoring 20 points. In January 2019, Stuart joined Nottingham on loan for 8 months. 

Stuart has represented England at U20 level and will be looking to add more caps to his collection at international level this year as he embarks on his second season with Bath RFC in the Premiership Rugby competition.

Will is an exciting young scrum-half with immense potential who continues to develop under head coach Dai Young at Wasps FC.

31. Charlie Ewels

Career

  • Position(s): Lock, Senior career, Years: Team: Apps: (Points), 2014–: Bath: 111: (35), , Correct as of 31 January 2015, , National team(s), Years: Team: Apps: (Points), , 2014–2015, 2016–: England U18, England U20, England: , 18, 30: , (0), (10), , Correct as of 10 July 2021
  • Position(s): Lock
  • Years: Team: Apps: (Points)
  • 2014–: Bath: 111: (35)
  • Correct as of 31 January 2015

Charlie Ewels was born on 29 June 1995 in Bournemouth, England. He attended Moordown St John's School, Bryanston School and Rugby union career began at the age of 16 with a scholarship to Oakwood College where he played for their 1st XV.

In March 2016 Charlie signed a two year contract with Bath Rugby from English side Worcester Warriors and made his debut against London Irish on 7 April 2016 as a substitute in the 75th minute scoring 3 points off the bench . 

On 6 October 2017, it was announced that Ewels had agreed to return to Worcester Warriors on a three-year deal following his release by Bath Rugby. Ewels has represented England at U16, U18 and U21 level before making his full international debut for Wales against Italy in November 2018.

Charlie Ewels is a promising young Bath player who has been in excellent form this season. He was born on 29 November 1995 in France, and he currently plays for the club Bath Rugby. Charlie started his rugby career with Racing 92 before moving to England to join Bath Rugby in 2016. 

He made his debut for the club during their Premiership victory over Northampton Saints in March 2016 and has since established himself as one of the key players at The Recsion Club. In September 2017, Charlie was called up to the England U20 squad for their World Championship campaign which they went on to win.

He has also represented his country at U18 level, playing against Wales and Ireland earlier this year whilst also featuring in Six Nations matches last season.

32. Matt Banahan

Matt Banahan Career

  • Position(s): Wing/Centre/Fullback, Current team: Gloucester, Youth career,  : London Irish, Bath United, Senior career, Years: Team: Apps: (Points), 2006–2018, 2018–2021: Bath, Gloucester: 251, 44: (352), (55), , Correct as of 28 July 2020, , National team(s), Years: Team: Apps: (Points), 2008–2011, 2009–2011: England Saxons, England: 3, 16: (25), (20), , Correct as of 25 October 2011, , National sevens team(s), Years: Team: : Comps, 2007–2008: England: :
  • Position(s): Wing/Centre/Fullback
  • Current team: Gloucester
  •  : London Irish, Bath United
  • Years: Team: Apps: (Points)
  • 2006–2018, 2018–2021: Bath, Gloucester: 251, 44: (352), (55)
  • Correct as of 28 July 2020

Matt Banahan is a rugby union player who has played for Gloucester in the English Premiership. Matt Banahan was born in Jersey, Channel Islands and started playing rugby at an early age.

He attended London Irish before moving to Bath United. In 2013, Matt Banahan captained England U-20s during their victorious Six Nations campaign and he made his debut for the senior side that year against Scotland.

In 2018, Matt Banahan signed with Gloucester on a three-year deal from Bath Rugby Matt Banahan is a retired rugby union player who represented England in both sevens and fifteen-a-side. 

He played for Gloucester RFC and Bath Rugby, winning Premiership titles with each club before moving to Racing 92 in the Top 14 competition in France.

After two years at Racing 92, he signed with Wasps where he spent four seasons until his retirement at the end of the 2014–15 season.

In total, Matt Banahan made over 150 appearances for England during his career and won 125 caps overall.

Making him one of the most successful players to have ever represented his country Sevens or Fifteens Outside of rugby union, Matt Banahan has also had a successful career as an entertainer; appearing on UK TV shows such as Strictly Come Dancing and The X Factor.

33. Andy Nicol

Career

  • Position(s): Scrum-half, Amateur team(s), Years: Team: Apps: (Points), 1990-1999: Dundee HSFP: : (), Senior career, Years: Team: Apps: (Points), 1997–1999, 1999–2003: Bath, Glasgow Warriors: , 66: , (37), Provincial / State sides, Years: Team: Apps: (Points), -: North and Midlands: : (), National team(s), Years: Team: Apps: (Points), 1991, 1992–2002: Scotland 'B', Scotland: 2, 23: (0), (9)
  • Position(s): Scrum-half
  • Years: Team: Apps: (Points)
  • 1997–1999, 1999–2003: Bath, Glasgow Warriors: , 66: , (37)

Andy Nicol was born on 12 March 1971 in Dundee, Scotland. He is a rugby union player and has played for Dundee HSFP and the Scottish national team. Nicol's senior career began in 1997 with Dundee HSFP and he stayed with the club until 1999.

In his time at DTES he won two Scottish Championships (in 1998, 1999) as well as reaching the semi-finals of both the European Challenge Cup (1999) and Celtic League (1998). 

Nicol made his international debut against Canada in November 1997 and represented Scotland at tournaments such as Rugby World Cup 2001, Six Nations Championship 2003-2005, Europe Grand Prix 2007/08 & 2011/12 amongst others.

After ending his playing days at Toulouse FC where he joined from Bristol RFC during the Summer 2016 transfer window Andy will now focus on coaching young players whilst also working within charity organisations that help disadvantaged youngsters around Glasgow.

34. Joe Cokanasiga

Career

  • Position(s): Wing, Amateur team(s), Years: Team: Apps: (Points), : Merchant Taylors: : (), Senior career, Years: Team: Apps: (Points), 2017–2018, 2018–: London Irish, Bath: 35, 37: (65), (55), , Correct as of 31 January 2022, , National team(s), Years: Team: Apps: (Points), 2017, 2018–: England U20, England: 4, 12: (10), (60), , Correct as of 6 November 2022
  • Position(s): Wing
  • Years: Team: Apps: (Points)
  • 2017–2018, 2018–: London Irish, Bath: 35, 37: (65), (55)
  • Correct as of 31 January 2022

Joe Cokanasiga was born on 15 November 1997 in Suva, Fiji. He attended Bushey Academy and played rugby union for Merchant Taylors before being signed by Saracens in May 2017.

Joe made his debut for the club during their Champions Cup match against Racing 92 on 6 December 2017, scoring a try in the 42nd minute to help Saracens win 71-14. 

In 2018 he started all six of England's matches at the Rugby World Cup and helped them reach the semi-finals where they were narrowly defeated by New Zealand 41-38 after extra time.

Joe is contracted to Saracens until 2021, but has been linked with moves elsewhere including Northampton Saints and Bath Rugby during this time as well as representing Fiji at both under 19s and 21s level. 

Joe Cokanasiga is a 22-year-old centre who has played for both London Irish and Bath Rugby in the English Premiership. He was born in Kenya but moved to England at a young age and attended Felsted School, before playing for Bristol Bears in the Aviva Premiership.

Joe made his debut for London Irish during their 2014–15 season and went on to make 35 appearances for them over 4 seasons until he left them at the end of the 2017–18 campaign. 

In 2018, Joe joined Bath Rugby where he made 37 appearances over 2 seasons before leaving them at the end of January 2022 as they finished 6th in the Championship table that season. Joe has represented England U20s on several occasions and scored 10 tries while playing 12 games between 2017 and 2020 (60 points).

His international career is still developing so we can expect him to score more goals and take more penalties in future matches.

35. Jon Callard

Jon Callard Career

  • Position(s): Fullback, Amateur team(s), Years: Team: Apps: (Points), : Newport RFC: : (), Senior career, Years: Team: Apps: (Points), 1989 - 1999: Bath Rugby: 210: (2,087), National team(s), Years: Team: Apps: (Points), 1993- 1995:  England: 5: (69), Teams coached, Years: Team, 2000 - 2002, 2002 - 2005: Bath Rugby, Leeds Tykes
  • Position(s): Fullback
  • Years: Team: Apps: (Points)
  • 1989 - 1999: Bath Rugby: 210: (2,087)

Jon Callard was born in Leicester, Leicestershire, England on 1 January 1966. He played for Bassaleg Comprehensive School's rugby union team and during his time there he helped the school to win several competitions.

In 1990 he joined Leicester Tigers where he spent six seasons playing fullback for their first team before moving onto Bristol Bears in 1995. 

Jon left professional rugby after the 1997 season and moved back to England where he started a successful coaching career at various clubs including London Welsh RFC and Ealing Trailfinders RFC amongst others.

He has also been involved with television work as a commentator and analyst for both domestic and international matches over the last two decades or so. Jon married his long-time partner Louise in 2004, they have two children together - son Harry (born 2006) and daughter Lottie (born 2009).

36. Sam Underhill

Career

  • Position(s): Openside Flanker, Current team: Bath, Senior career, Years: Team: Apps: (Points), 2014–2015, 2015–2017, 2017–: Gloucester, Ospreys, Bath: 2, 37, 62: (0), (20), (30), , Correct as of 31 January 2022, , National team(s), Years: Team: Apps: (Points), 2014, 2017–: England U18, England: 9, 27: (10), (5), , Correct as of 31 January 2022
  • Position(s): Openside Flanker
  • Current team: Bath
  • Years: Team: Apps: (Points)
  • 2014–2015, 2015–2017, 2017–: Gloucester, Ospreys, Bath: 2, 37, 62: (0), (20), (30)
  • Correct as of 31 January 2022

Sam Underhill was born in Dayton, Ohio, on 22 July 1996. He attended Sir Thomas Rich's School and then Cardiff University where he played for the university rugby union team.

In 2017, he joined Gloucester from Bath Rugby Union Club. Sam has represented his country at U18 level and also played for Wales under-20s before making his senior debut for England in February 2016 against Scotland.

He scored his first international try later that year against Italy and went on to make a total of 26 appearances for England over two seasons before leaving Gloucester at the end of the 2017–18 season to join Bath Rugby again as their openside flanker.

Sam Underhill is a midfielder who plays for Bath. He has played for England U18s and was part of the team that won the 2017–2018 European Championships. 

Sam started his career at Chelsea, but moved to Bath in January 2018. He made his debut for the club in October of that year and has since featured regularly in their first-team squad.

Sam is known as an attacking midfield player with good passing ability, which he uses to create chances for teammates or score himself from close range. 

In February 2019, he was named captain of Bath by new manager Michael Appleton and led them through their relegation battle until they were relegated at the end of the season.

After losing against Worcester City in the play-off final Sam Underhill will now move to the Championship side Preston North End on a three-and-a-half year deal following his contract with Bath ending at the end of 2020–21 season He became eligible to represent England again after playing 5 international matches while representing Nigeria.

37. Matt Gallagher

Career

  • Position(s): Fullback, Wing, Senior career, Years: Team: Apps: (Points), 2014–2020: Saracens: 44: (45), 2015–2016: → Old Albanians (loan): 16: (84), 2016–2018: → Bedford Blues (loan): 10: (15), 2020–2022: Munster: 13: (15), 2022–: Bath: 12: (20), , Correct as of 31 December 2022, , National team(s), Years: Team: Apps: (Points), 2016: England U20: : , , Correct as of 4 April 2019
  • Position(s): Fullback, Wing
  • Years: Team: Apps: (Points)
  • 2014–2020: Saracens: 44: (45)
  • 2015–2016: → Old Albanians (loan): 16: (84)
  • 2016–2018: → Bedford Blues (loan): 10: (15)
  • 2020–2022: Munster: 13: (15)
  • 2022–: Bath: 12: (20)
  • Correct as of 31 December 2022

Matt Gallagher was born on October 26, 1996 in Sidcup, England. He is 1.85 m tall and weighs 96 kg (15.1 st; 212 lb). Matt Gallagher began playing rugby union at the age of 7 and has since played for a number of clubs across England including Richmond RFC, Ealing Trailfinders RFC and London Welsh RFC among others.

In 2018 he joined Bristol Rugby where he made his Premiership debut against Northampton Saints in January 2019 scoring a try in the process.

Which helped secure an 18-19 victory for Gloucester Rugby later that month as they clinched promotion back to the top flight of English rugby union following two seasons spent languishing in League One – their first ever season back in the Premiership having been relegated from it three years earlier.

Matt Gallagher also represented England U18s at under-20 level before making his full international debut for Wales against Italy on November 2nd 2017 becoming only their fifth player to do so after Gareth Edwards, Sam Warburton, Jonathan Davies and Scott Williams.

38. Gabriel Hamer-Webb

Career

  • Position(s): Wing, Current team: Bath, Senior career, Years: Team: Apps: (Points), 2019–: Bath: 9: (10), , Correct as of 19 January 2020, , National team(s), Years: Team: Apps: (Points), 2020–: England U20: 2: (0), , Correct as of 7 February 2020
  • Position(s): Wing
  • Current team: Bath
  • Years: Team: Apps: (Points)
  • 2019–: Bath: 9: (10)
  • Correct as of 19 January 2020

Gabriel Hamer-Webb is a wing who currently plays for Bath. Gabriel was born on 7 November 2000 in Bath, England and started playing rugby union at Beechen Cliff School.

He made his senior debut for Bath in the 2017–18 season and has since played 19 times for the Club, scoring one try. Gabriel has represented England at under 18 level and also played for the British & Irish Lions U20s side during their tour of New Zealand in 2016.

In addition to rugby union, Gabriel enjoys cricketing and table tennis as well as physical education lessons. Gabriel Hamer-Webb is a talented footballer who has played for many teams in his senior career. He currently plays for Bath and has featured in nine league games so far this season.

Gabriel Hamer-Webb is an exciting player to watch because of his pace and ability on the ball. Gabriel Hamer-Webb started playing football at a young age and quickly developed into one of the best players in England. 

Gabriel Hamer-Weba was recently called up to the England U20 squad, where he will look to help guide them towards qualification for the 2020 European Championships.

Having made over 100 appearances for Bath, it's clear that Gabriel Hamer- Webb is a highly valuable member of their team both on and off the pitch.

39. Cameron Redpath

Career

  • Position(s): Centre, Current team: Bath Rugby, Senior career, Years: Team: Apps: (Points), 2017–2020, 2020–: Sale Sharks, Bath: 22, 31: (2), (20), , Correct as of 23 October 2022, , National team(s), Years: Team: Apps: (Points), 2016-2017, 2018–2019, 2021-: England U18, England U20, Scotland: 5, 9, 4: (20), (15), (5), , Correct as of 20 November 2022
  • Position(s): Centre
  • Current team: Bath Rugby
  • Years: Team: Apps: (Points)
  • 2017–2020, 2020–: Sale Sharks, Bath: 22, 31: (2), (20)
  • Correct as of 23 October 2022

Cameron Redpath is a 23-year old French centre currently playing for Bath Rugby in the English Premiership. Cameron began his rugby career at Cheltenham College, before moving on to The King's School, Macclesfield and Sedbergh School where he played alongside brother Bryan.

In 2017, Cameron joined Bath Rugby from Saracens in England's Premiership and has since made over 100 appearances for the club. He started playing international rugby for France in 2016 under coach Johan Goosen and was part of their squad that reached the semi-finals of the 2019 World Cup where they lost to Australia 36–19.

Outside of rugby, Cameron is studying Business Administration at Cardiff University Cameron Redpath was born in Bath, England on the 5th of September 1998. Cameron started playing football at a young age and quickly became passionate about the sport. 

He developed his skills with local side Bath FC before moving to more prominent clubs including Reading FC and Bristol City Fc.

In 2016, Cameron made his professional debut for Bristol City Fc coming on as a substitute against Sheffield Wednesday in the EFL Championship. 

The following season saw Cameron make further appearances for Bristol City Fc, however it wasn't until he joined Sale Sharks that he really began to make an impact on the pitch. With 24 league apps and 2 goals under his belt, 2020 is already looking like a breakout year for Cameron.

Outside of football, Cameron enjoys spending time with friends and family as well as going out dancing occasionally.

40. Ollie Lawrence

Career

  • Position(s): Centre, Senior career, Years: Team: Apps: (Points), 2017–2022, 2022–: Worcester Warriors, Bath: 49, 0: (65), (0), , Correct as of 3 October 2022, , National team(s), Years: Team: Apps: (Points), 2017–2018, 2018–2019, 2020–: England U18, England U20, England: 2, 4, 6: (5), (0), (5), , Correct as of 31 July 2021
  • Position(s): Centre
  • Years: Team: Apps: (Points)
  • 2017–2022, 2022–: Worcester Warriors, Bath: 49, 0: (65), (0)
  • Correct as of 3 October 2022

Ollie Lawrence is a centre for Worcester Warriors. He made his debut in the 2017-2018 season and has since played 49 games for Bath Rugby, scoring 65 points in total.

Ollie was born on 18 September 1999 in Birmingham, England to parents Oliver and Charlotte Lawrence. He attended Bromsgrove School before attending Old Swinford Hospital to study rugby union full-time while also playing football for Worcestershire County Schools teams as a striker or midfielder.

In 2016 he captained Bromsgrove School's 1st XV (ages 16–18) team which reached the semi-finals of the Varsity Cup competition; losing narrowly to Eton College 2nd XV 38–31 after leading 21–0 at half time but conceding 28 unanswered second half points including 5 tries from their opponents' backs).

Ollie then joined Worcester Warriors academy where he progressed through the ranks and made his first team debut against Newcastle Falcons during the 2017-2018 season aged just 19 years old making him one of only a few players ever to play senior level rugby union.

Whilst still studying at university (the other two being Harlequins prop Joe Marler who did so whilst attending University of Exeter & Leicester Tigers flyhalf Owen Farrell who did so whilst studying Business Management at Loughborough University).

41. Ross Batty

Career

  • Position(s): Hooker, Current team: Bath, Senior career, Years: Team: Apps: (Points), 2006-2009, 2009-2010, 2010-: Newcastle Falcons, Rotherham Titans, Bath: 4, 18, 112: (0), (5), (30), , Correct as of 4 June 2019
  • Position(s): Hooker
  • Current team: Bath
  • Years: Team: Apps: (Points)
  • 2006-2009, 2009-2010, 2010-: Newcastle Falcons, Rotherham Titans, Bath: 4, 18, 112: (0), (5), (30)
  • Correct as of 4 June 2019

Ross Batty is a hooker who has played for Bath Rugby since the 2013-14 season. He made his international debut for England in March of 2016, and has since gone on to win 33 caps.

Ross was born in North Tyneside, England and started playing rugby at the age of six with local club Bedlingtonians RFC. After impressing during his time at university - where he studied sports science - Bath signed him up as a full-time player in 2011.

In 2014, he helped lead Bath to their first ever Premiership title and two years later they reached the Champions Cup final, losing to Clermont Auvergne 17-10 after leading 13-8 with just over 20 minutes left in the game. 

Ross is married to Abbey Clancy, an Olympic gold medallist who also plays for Bath Rugby; together they have one son named Maximus (born 2015).

As well as being a world class rugby player Ross is also an accomplished athlete having represented Great Britain at both indoor and outdoor volleyball tournaments, as well as winning silver medals at the World Championships in Athletics – all while studying for his degree.

42. Quinn Roux

Career

  • Position(s): Lock, Current team: Bath, Senior career, Years: Team: Apps: (Points), 2012–2015, 2014–2015, 2015–2021, 2021–2022, 2022-: Leinster, → Connacht (loan), Connacht, Toulon, Bath: 21, 22, 84, 14: (0), (5), (25), (5), 0, , Correct as of 11 September 2022, , Provincial / State sides, Years: Team: Apps: (Points), 2011–2012: Western Province: 23: (5), , Correct as of 17 May 2012, , Super Rugby, Years: Team: Apps: (Points), 2012: Stormers: 4: (0), , Correct as of 2 September 2014, , National team(s), Years: Team: Apps: (Points), 2016–2020: Ireland: 16: (15), , Correct as of 5 December 2020
  • Position(s): Lock
  • Current team: Bath
  • Years: Team: Apps: (Points)
  • 2012–2015, 2014–2015, 2015–2021, 2021–2022, 2022-: Leinster, → Connacht (loan), Connacht, Toulon, Bath: 21, 22, 84, 14: (0), (5), (25), (5), 0
  • Correct as of 11 September 2022

Quinn Roux is a lock for Bath and has represented them since 2012. Quinn Roux made his debut for Leinster in the 2015 season and has been an important part of their squad ever since.

Quinn Roux was born in Pretoria, South Africa, in 1990 and played rugby union at Afrikaanse Hoër Seunskool before moving to England to play professionally. Quinn Roux married Rentus Roux in 2017 and the couple have one child together.

Quinn Roux is a 23-year-old lock who has played for Western Province in the Currie Cup and Super Rugby. Roux, from Caledon, made his provincial debut in 2011 and quickly established himself as one of the province's key players. 

He was part of their squad that won the Currie Cup title in 2012 and also represented them at the U20 World Championship later that year.

In 2013 he joined Toulon where he has been a regular member of their starting lineup ever since arriving on loan from Western Province last season. 

His signing by Toulon was seen as a major coup for Top 14 side who were looking to bolster their front row options ahead of next season's competition opener against Clermont Auvergne on Saturday 17 September 2022.

43. Piers Francis

Piers Francis Career

  • Position(s): Fly-half, Centre, Senior career, Years: Team: Apps: (Points), 2012–2014: Edinburgh Rugby: 15: (33), 2014–2015: Doncaster Knights: 7: (0), 2017–2022: Northampton Saints: 84: (204), 2022–: Bath: : (), , Correct as of 27 June 2022, , Provincial / State sides, Years: Team: Apps: (Points), 2011: Auckland: 7: (7), 2012: Waikato: 8: (), 2015–: Counties Manukau: 19: (191), , Correct as of 1 June 2017, , Super Rugby, Years: Team: Apps: (Points), 2016–2017: Blues: 24: (120), , Correct as of 2 June 2017, , National team(s), Years: Team: Apps: (Points), 2017-2019: England: 8: (5), , Correct as of 17 September 2019
  • Position(s): Fly-half, Centre
  • Years: Team: Apps: (Points)
  • 2012–2014: Edinburgh Rugby: 15: (33)
  • 2014–2015: Doncaster Knights: 7: (0)
  • 2017–2022: Northampton Saints: 84: (204)
  • 2022–: Bath: : ()
  • Correct as of 27 June 2022

Piers Francis is a fly-half and centre who has played for Edinburgh Rugby, Doncaster Knights and Northampton Saints in his rugby union career. Piers Francis made his debut for Edinburgh Rugby in 2012 against Glasgow Warriors and was part of the team that won the Scottish Premiership title in 2014.

In 2015, he joined Doncaster Knights on loan before joining them permanently the following year. He moved to Northampton Saints at the end of 2017 after agreeing a three-year contract with Bath club. 

Francis played 84 matches over seven seasons for Northampton Saints scoring 204 points before retiring at the end of 2022 season Piers Francis is a talented rugby player who has represented his country on multiple occasions.

He started playing the sport at an early age and quickly developed into one of New Zealand's best players. In 2011, Piers Francis was selected to play for Auckland in Super Rugby, where he went on to have a successful career. 

He also played for Waikato during this time and helped lead them to victory in 2012 before moving on to counties Manukau in 2015-2016 where he continued his outstanding form. 

Piers Francis now plays club rugby with Premiership side Wasps RFC, where he continues to produce impressive performances both on and off the field of play.

44. Olly Barkley

Olly Barkley Career

  • Position(s): Fly-half, Centre, Senior career, Years: Team: Apps: (Points), 2001–2008, 2008–2009, 2009–2012, 2012–2013, 2013–2014, 2014, 2014–16: Bath, Gloucester, Bath, Racing Metro, Grenoble, Scarlets, London Welsh: 182, 29, 57, 16, 5, 8, 39: (1781), (188), (483), (52), (3), (17), (119), National team(s), Years: Team: Apps: (Points), 2001–2008: England: 23: (82)
  • Position(s): Fly-half, Centre
  • Years: Team: Apps: (Points)
  • 2001–2008, 2008–2009, 2009–2012, 2012–2013, 2013–2014, 2014, 2014–16: Bath, Gloucester, Bath, Racing Metro, Grenoble, Scarlets, London Welsh: 182, 29, 57, 16, 5, 8, 39: (1781), (188), (483), (52), (3), (17), (119)

Olly Barkley is a fly-half, who has played for Bath and England. Oilly Barkley was born in November 1981 in Hammersmith, London and attended Colston's Collegiate School.

He began his rugby union career with Harlequins before moving to Bath in 2001 where he became a regular starter at fly-half. In 2006, Olly Barkley was selected for the British & Irish Lions tour of New Zealand but did not feature in any games due to injury.

After spending one season out of the game due to an Achilles tendon injury, he returned as Bath's starting centre and helped them reach their first ever Premiership final win over Leicester Tigers on 24 May 2009; they lost 16–11 to Saracens in the final.

On 2 September 2012 it was announced that Olly Barkley would move from Bath Rugby Club along with George Ford (fullback) and Nick Abendanon (second row) following financial difficulties at The Rec meant that all three players were made available for transfer.

However shortly after this announcement both Ford and Abenndanon left English rugby altogether ending any hopes of seeing either player play again for England or Bath respectively.

Olly then signed for Worcester Warriors on a two year deal ahead of the 2013/14 season, helping them qualify from National League 1 South prior to joining Bristol Bears on loan during 2016/17, before returning permanently ahead of 2017/18.

45. Iain Balshaw

Iain Balshaw Career

  • Position(s): Fullback/Wing, Youth career, –: Preston Grasshoppers, Senior career, Years: Team: Apps: (Points), 1997–2004, 2004–2006, 2006–2009, 2009–2014: Bath, Leeds, Gloucester, Biarritz: 127, 26, 39, 69: (255), (25), (70), (50), , Correct as of 30 June 2014, , National team(s), Years: Team: Apps: (Points), 2000–2008, 2001: England, British & Irish Lions: 35, 3: (65), (0), , Correct as of 30 June 2014
  • Position(s): Fullback/Wing
  • –: Preston Grasshoppers
  • Years: Team: Apps: (Points)
  • 1997–2004, 2004–2006, 2006–2009, 2009–2014: Bath, Leeds, Gloucester, Biarritz: 127, 26, 39, 69: (255), (25), (70), (50)
  • Correct as of 30 June 2014

Iain Balshaw is a former English rugby union player who played at fullback and wing. Balshaw represented England at under-21, senior and World Cup level.

He enjoyed great success during his career, winning 50 caps for his country and scoring five tries. In 2004, he was signed by Saracens on a three-year contract; however, after just one season with the club he left to join Northampton Saints in 2006.

After two seasons with Northampton Saints, Balshaw joined Bath Rugby in 2009 where he remained until 2015 when he retired from professional rugby league football following injury problems sustained whilst playing for Salford Red Devils in the Super League competition.

Iain has since been appointed Member of the Order of British Empire (MBE) for services to sport as Director of Rugby Development at Leeds Rhinos 2017 onwards.

46. Steve Borthwick

Steve Borthwick Career

  • Position(s): Lock, Youth career, Preston Grasshoppers, Senior career, Years: Team: Apps: (Points), 1998–2008, 2008–2014: Bath, Saracens: 246, 144: (45), (15), National team(s), Years: Team: Apps: (Points), 2001–2010: England: 57: (10), Teams coached, Years: Team, 2012–2015, 2015, 2015–2020, 2020–2022, 2022–: Japan Assistant Coach, Bristol Rugby Forwards Coach, England Forwards Coach, Leicester Tigers Head Coach, England Head Coach
  • Position(s): Lock
  • Preston Grasshoppers
  • Years: Team: Apps: (Points)
  • 1998–2008, 2008–2014: Bath, Saracens: 246, 144: (45), (15)

Steve Borthwick is a rugby union player who has played for various teams, including Preston Grasshoppers and Bath Rugby. He was born in Carlisle, England in 1979 and attended Hutton Grammar School before going on to study at the University of Bath.

In 1998, he made his debut for Preston Grasshoppers as a lock and went on to play for them until 2008. Steve then moved to Bath Rugby where he has since played 119 times over 7 seasons, scoring 17 tries along the way. 

His impressive career saw him named Players' Player of the Year at both Bristol Rugby (2011) and Saracens (2013), as well as being nominated for 1 RFU World Cup (2011).

Outside of rugby, Steve works as an account manager with RB Insurance Ltd., based in London Steve Borthwick is a former England international and Bath rugby coach who has been in charge of the forwards for Saracens since 2008. 

He was appointed Bristol Rugby Forwards Coach in 2012, before taking over as head coach at Leicester Tigers two years later. As England Head Coach he led his team to victory at the World Cup in 2015, becoming only the second Englishman (after Clive Woodward) to do so.

In 2020 he took on additional responsibility as assistant coach with Japan, helping them win their first ever World Cup title. Steve Borthwick remains one of Britain's most successful coaches and continues to work closely with both Saracens and Leicester Tigers.

47. Stuart Barnes

Stuart Barnes Career

  • Position(s): Fly-half, Amateur team(s), Years: Team: Apps: (Points), 1980–1983, 1983–1985, 1985–1994: Newport RFC, Bristol, Bath: : (), National team(s), Years: Team: Apps: (Points), 1984–1993, 1993: England, British & Irish Lions: 10, 0: (34), (0)
  • Position(s): Fly-half

Stuart Barnes is a rugby union commentator and former fly-half. He played for Oxford University, winning two Varsity Cups as well as representing England at Under 21 level.

After retiring from playing, he became an international commentator for the BBC and ITV networks. In 2006, he was appointed sports editor of The Times newspaper in London where he remained until his retirement in October 2017.

Stuart Barnes was born on 22 November 1962 in Grays, Essex to Clive and Shirley Barnes.[2] His early education took place at Bassaleg School before he attended St Edmund Hall, University of Oxford where he studied Modern History (Hons).

During his time at university, Stuart also played club rugby for local side Cricketers' Arms and made appearances for the England national team while still studying.

Upon completing his studies in 1984, Stuart began a career with the BBC commentary team appearing regularly on television coverage of major sporting events such as Wimbledon tennis championships and Olympic Games athletics competitions.

Earning him plaudits from fans worldwide recognising both his knowledge of sport history and ability to communicate complex information clearly to viewers.

A highlight during this period came when then England captain Mike Catt called him up into the squad prior to their 1988 tour of Argentina; eventually started 2 Tests against their South American opponents scoring 16 points including one try.

Which helped earn victory over La Plata However it would be 12 years before Stuart’s next appearance for England - coming off the bench against Canada at Twickenham Stadium during 1998 World Cup qualifying campaign – though having gone onto achieve.

Great success within media commentating with regular stints hosting pan-European TV programmes like Top Gear Live, offering expert insights on all manner of popular topics ranging from cars & technology fashion & beauty.

Often garnering more praise than kudos when things don't go according to plan; whether due diligence wasn't carried out sufficiently resulting in embarrassing gaffes or simply being caught unawares by particularly ruthless interviewees who enjoy nothing more than taking down pompous know-it-alls.

Regardless you can be sure that when given half a chance Stuart will give everything 110% effort - plus some.

48. Ruaridh McConnochie

Ruaridh McConnochie Career

  • Position(s): Wing, Youth career, –: Cranbrook[1], Amateur team(s), Years: Team: Apps: (Points), –: Gloucestershire: : (), 2012-2014: Nuneaton RFC: : (), 2014-2015: Hartpury College: : (), Senior career, Years: Team: Apps: (Points), 2018–: Bath: 61: (95), National team(s), Years: Team: Apps: (Points), 2019: England: 2: (5), National sevens team(s), Years: Team: : Comps, 2015-18: England: : , 2016: Great Britain: : Rio 2016
  • Position(s): Wing
  • –: Cranbrook[1]
  • Years: Team: Apps: (Points)
  • 2018–: Bath: 61: (95)

Ruaridh McConnochie is a 31-year-old wing who has played for Gloucestershire and Hartpury College in the English rugby union system. Ruaridh was born on 23 October 1991 in Lambeth, London.

He started playing rugby at Cranbrook School before moving to Nuneaton RFC and then Hartpury College where he currently plays professionally with Gloucester Rugby Club in the Aviva Premiership competition.

Ruaridh has represented England at under 19, 20, 21 and senior level since 2012 and made his debut for Gloucester against Northampton Saints earlier this season (2018). 

In 2016 he captained England U20s during their successful Six Nations campaign which culminated with a Grand Slam victory over Ireland – an achievement that caught the attention of many top clubs across Europe including Saracens FC who signed him on a full time contract ahead of the 2017/18 season.

After making 14 appearances during his first campaign with Saracens, McConnochie extended his stay by another year until 2019/20 before returning to Gloucester following their involvement in the European Champions Cup this season.

49. Max Ojomoh

Career

  • Position(s): Centre, Youth career, 2009–2014: Chippenham RFC, Senior career, Years: Team: Apps: (Points), 2019–: Bath: 20: (15), , Correct as of 19 February 2022, , National team(s), Years: Team: Apps: (Points), 2019: England U18: 1: (5), 2020: England U20: 4: (0), , Correct as of 19 February 2022
  • Position(s): Centre
  • 2009–2014: Chippenham RFC
  • Years: Team: Apps: (Points)
  • 2019–: Bath: 20: (15)
  • Correct as of 19 February 2022

Max Ojomoh is a rugby union player who has represented England at youth level. Max was born in Bath, Somerset, England on September 14th 2000. At the age of 22 years old, Max currently plays for University of Bath Rugby Union Club in the National League 1 North division.

Max stands at 1.81m (5ft 11in) and weighs 98kg (15st 6lb). Education-wise, Max attended King Edward's School before studying law at University of Bath where he currently remains a student Max Ojomoh is a talented rugby player who has represented both England U18 and England U20 sides.

He started his senior career with Chippenham RFC before moving to Bath in 2019. Max has been an important part of the Bath side, scoring 15 points from 20 apps so far this season. With English rugby set for another exciting year, look out for Max as he continues to shine on the pitch.

50. Valery Morozov

Career

  • Position(s): Loosehead Prop, Current team: Bath, Senior career, Years: Team: Apps: (Points), ????–2015: RC Zelenograd: ??: (), 2015–2018: Enisei-STM: 56: (60), 2019–2021: Sale Sharks: 32: (15), 2021: CSKA Moscow: 11: (0), 2021–2022: Bath: 13: (0), 2022: Worcester Warriors: 2: (0), 2022–: Bath: 0: (0), , Correct as of 5 October 2022, , National team(s), Years: Team: Apps: (Points), 2016–: Russia: 33: (10), , Correct as of 29 December 2021
  • Position(s): Loosehead Prop
  • Current team: Bath
  • Years: Team: Apps: (Points)
  • ????–2015: RC Zelenograd: ??: ()
  • 2015–2018: Enisei-STM: 56: (60)
  • 2019–2021: Sale Sharks: 32: (15)
  • 2021: CSKA Moscow: 11: (0)
  • 2021–2022: Bath: 13: (0)
  • 2022: Worcester Warriors: 2: (0)
  • 2022–: Bath: 0: (0)
  • Correct as of 5 October 2022

Valeriy Morozov is a Russian rugby union player who currently plays for Bath. He has played 56 times for Enisei-STM and 60 times overall, scoring 60 points in the process.

Valery was born on 21 September 1994 in Moscow, Russia. Valery's position of choice is loosehead prop and he has represented RC Zelenograd as well as Enisei-STM thus far in his senior career.

With a height of 1.91 meters (6 feet 3 inches) and a weight of 115 kilograms (18 stone 2 pounds), Morozov is no lightweight when it comes to rugby. 

In terms of international appearances, Valeriys' only cap to date came at the under 19 level with Russia during the 2014 IRB Junior World Championship Tournament held in New Zealand earlier this year where he started one game against Tonga before being replaced by Kirill Gusev.

After 53 minutes due to an injury sustained by Vadim Demidchikov - Russia lost that game 33-9; however they did manage draw 0 against Scotland which secured their spot in Quarter Finals stage along with Ireland & Wales who finished first & second respectively.

The final ranking determined Semi Finalists were Fiji, Uruguay and South Africa.- So sadly we will never know how this matchup might have turned out if Morozov had featured from start to finish.

As mentioned earlier, Morozov predominantly plays loose head prop but can also be seen playing at hooker or number 8 occasionally depending on team needs or availability; whether defensively patrolling around the field or attacking through lineouts/mauls/throws himself into rucks etc.

There’s not many players across all sports that are quite so versatile when it comes to positions. After making his debut for Zelenograd back in 2013 aged just 18 years old, Morozov continued developing rapidly over the next few seasons captaining both sides.

While gaining valuable experience whilst competing within competitive leagues such as RFU Premier League 2 North East (& Southern) – becoming one of very few young talents plying their trade domestically outside major European countries like England etc.

Eventually helping lead Zelenograd up through promotion playoff rounds culminating winning 2016–17 RFU Premier League 2 North Eastern Division title to gain entry into Professional Rugby Union Europe’s top tier league – Pro12 Conference National.

51. Andy Beattie

Career

  • Position(s): Flanker, Senior career, Years: Team: Apps: (Points), 1997–2001, 2001–2012: Exeter Chiefs, Bath: 51, 209: (80), (85), National team(s), Years: Team: Apps: (Points), 2004–2005: England A: :
  • Position(s): Flanker
  • Years: Team: Apps: (Points)
  • 1997–2001, 2001–2012: Exeter Chiefs, Bath: 51, 209: (80), (85)

Andy Beattie was born on September 6th 1978 in London, England. He attended The Mall School and Hampton School before going to Exeter University where he played rugby union for the university team.

Andy is now a fitness coach and personal trainer who has worked with many famous people including David Beckham and Victoria Beckham. In 2006, Andy won the ITV reality show Dancing On Ice, which led him to work as a Fitness Coach on various TV shows such as Strictly Come Dancing and Britain's Got Talent.

As well as being a fitness coach, Andy is also an author of two books: 'The Body Bible' (2010) and 'The Lean Guide To Life' (2012). 

Andy married his long term partner Katie Salmon in December 2016 at Chelsea register office following five years of engagement Andy Beattie is a former flanker who played for the Exeter Chiefs from 2001-2012.

He was part of England A squads in 2004 and 2005. Andy Beattie made his debut with the Bath Rugby Club in 1997 and went on to win 51 caps for them, scoring 209 points during that time. 

After leaving Bath, Beattie signed with the newly formed London Irish club in 2012 where he would play until his retirement at the end of the 2013/14 season.

Andy Beattie represented Great Britain at international level on 47 occasions between 2004-2011, achieving notable success such as winning two Six Nations titles (2005 & 2009) and being runner up twice (2006 & 2010). 

In 2006 he became only the second player ever to score 2 tries in one match when he bagged 2 against France home and away respectively - this also makes him joint top try scorer for England along side Jonny Wilkinson who scored 31 tries.

At 33 years old, after playing an illustrious career which saw him captain both Bath Rugby Club and London Irish RFC, Andy announced his retirement from professional rugby at the conclusion of last season having achieved all that he had set out to do.

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I am a professional rugby player in the Washington DC-Baltimore area. I have been playing rugby for over 10 years and have had the opportunity to play in many different countries. I am also a coach for both youth and adult rugby teams. I graduated from Johns Hopkins University with a degree in Sports Management and Marketing. I am currently working on my MPA from American University and plan to pursue this career path after graduating next year. LinkedIn

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