Peter Browne (rugby union)

Peter Browne (born 25 October 1987) was a professional rugby union player, having most recently played for Ulster Rugby, having left London Welsh at the end of the 2014–15 season.

Peter Browne
Birth namePeter Browne
Date of birth (1987-10-25) 25 October 1987
Place of birthBristol, England
Height1.95 m (6 ft 5 in)
Weight111 kg (17 st 7 lb; 245 lb)[1]
SchoolDean Close School
UniversityDurham University
Rugby union career
Position(s) Lock / Flanker
Current team Ulster
Senior career
Years Team Apps (Points)
2007–2010
2010–2013
2013–2015
2015–2018
Newcastle Falcons
Harlequins
London Welsh
Ulster
27
31
23
22
(0)
(0)
(10)
(10)
Correct as of 14 Nov 2016

He was previously at Harlequins and Newcastle Falcons.

Educated at Dean Close School, Cheltenham, Browne went on to become a theology student at Durham University. Browne made his first team debut for the Newcastle Falcons against London Wasps during the 2007/8 season.

Capped by England Students that same year, he can play at either back row (Number eight) and second row (Lock). He is also eligible to play for Ireland through his father, Rev. Leonard Browne who is the current Headmaster of Dean Close Preparatory School.

On Tuesday 16 October 2018, Pete Browne announced his retirement from professional rugby due to medical reasons involving multiple concussions.

References

  • Harlequins Profile Page
  • Newcastle Falcons Profile Page


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