David Johnston (rugby union, born 1994) explained

David Johnston
Birth Date:1994 2, df=yes
Birth Place:Clonmel, Ireland
Weight:90kg (200lb)
Ru Position:Fullback, Centre, Fly-half
Amatyears1:20??–2018
Amatteam1:UL Bohemians
Years1:2015–2018
Clubs1:Munster
Apps1:10
Points1:0
Years2:2018–
Clubs2:Ealing
Apps2:37
Points2:66
Ru Clubupdate:20 June 2021
Relatives:Bill Johnston (brother)
School:Rockwell College

David Johnston (born 28 February 1994) is an Irish rugby union player, currently playing for English side Ealing Trailfinders in the RFU Championship. He plays primarily as a fullback, but can also play at fly-half or centre.

Munster

Johnston made his debut for Munster on 5 September 2015, starting in the opening game of the 2015–16 Pro12 against Benetton.[1] In January 2016, it was announced that Johnston had signed a contract with Munster that will see him join the senior squad from the 2016–17 season, firstly on a development contract and then, from 2017–18, on a full contract.[2] Johnston was nominated for the 2016 Munster Academy Player of the Year Award.[3]

Ealing Trailfinders

English RFU Championship side Ealing Trailfinders announced that Johnston would be joining them on a one-year contract for the 2018–19 season in April 2018.[4] Johnston made 16 appearances for Ealing in his first season with the club, scoring 5 tries.[5]

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Notes and References

  1. News: Shaky Start For Munster. 6 September 2015. Munster Rugby. 7 September 2015.
  2. News: Front Row Duo Sign Contract Extensions. 14 January 2016. Munster Rugby. 14 January 2016.
  3. News: Nominations In For Munster Rugby Awards. 27 April 2016. Munster Rugby. 27 April 2016.
  4. News: David Johnston to sign from Munster Rugby. 17 April 2018. Ealing Trailfinders Rugby Club. 17 April 2018.
  5. News: 'I felt I wasn't even in contention at stages at Munster and that dents confidence'. 19 May 2019. The42. 19 May 2019.