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]