Chris York Explained

Chris York
Birth Name:Chris York
Birth Date:1989 12, df=yes
Birth Place:Epsom, Surrey, England
Height:1.93m (06.33feet)
Weight:104kg (229lb) [1]
School:Epsom College
Ru Position:Number Eight, Flanker
Youthclubs1:Sutton & Epsom RFC
Ru Clubyears:2008–2012
2008–2009
2012–

Chris York (born 27 December 1989 in Epsom) is a rugby union free agent. He is currently turning out as an inspirational Number 8 for Wimbledon RFC.

He was discovered by Quins through the EPDG system, and was offered a full Academy contract in 2007.[2] He has since worn the Quins shirt on numerous occasions, making his A league debut against Bristol last season, and his full XV debut in the pre-season friendly against Connacht Rugby in August 2008.[2] He spent the 2008–09 season on loan at Blackheath F.C.[2]

York's current position is no. 8, he can also play at flanker.

York represented the England Under 20 team at the 2009 IRB Junior World Championship.[3]

On 4 June 2013, York signed for Newcastle Falcons in the Aviva Premiership from the 2013–14 season.[4]

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Notes and References

  1. Web site: Harlequins 1st XV . 2011 . web page . Harlequins . 13 June 2011 .
  2. Web site: Harlequins profile . Harlequins official site . 2009-07-01 . 2009-08-26 . dead . https://web.archive.org/web/20081207060228/http://www.union.quins.co.uk/rugby/academysquad.php?player=78131&includeref=dynamic . 7 December 2008 . dmy .
  3. Web site: Under 20s struggle in Tokyo but still too slick for Scots. RFU. 2009-06-09. 2009-08-26.
  4. News: Newcastle Falcons sign Harlequins back-rower Chris York. The Journal. 4 June 2013. 25 April 2015. 12 July 2016. https://web.archive.org/web/20160712043237/http://www.thejournal.co.uk/sport/rugby-union/chris-york-eighth-newcastle-falcons-4407513. dead.