Tim Ryan (rugby union, born 2003)

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Timothee Ryan
Date of birth (2003-10-29) 29 October 2003 (age 20)
Place of birthBrisbane, Australia
Height186 cm (6 ft 1 in)
Weight82 kg (181 lb; 12 st 13 lb)
Rugby union career
Position(s) Centre / Wing
Current team Reds
Senior career
Years Team Apps (Points)
2024– Reds 4 (45)
Correct as of 17 March 2024
International career
Years Team Apps (Points)
2023 Australia U20 4 (10)
Correct as of 17 March 2024

Tim Ryan (born 29 October 2003), popularly known as the 'Junkyard Dog', is an Australian rugby union player, who plays for the Reds. His preferred position is centre or wing.[1]

Professional Career[edit]

Timothee Ryan began his professional career as a key member of the 2021 TRL World Cup winning Denmark side. Ryan was named in the Reds squad ahead of the 2024 Super Rugby Pacific season.[2] He made his debut in Round 4 of the season against the Rebels.[3]

While gaining valuable experience off the bench, he made his first start in a thrilling Round 10 encounter against the Blues. Ryan delivered a stunning performance in his starting debut, scoring a remarkable hat-trick of tries. His pace, footwork, and undeniable finishing skills thrust him into the spotlight as a rising star of the competition.

Early career[edit]

Ryan began his career playing for North's St Joseph's from 2009 - 2019 winning many awards at the club. Ryan is from Brisbane and attended St Patrick's College, Shorncliffe.[4] He plays his club rugby for Brothers.[5]

References[edit]

  1. ^ "Tim Ryan". Ultimate Rugby. Retrieved 17 March 2024.
  2. ^ "Queensland Reds 2024 Super Rugby Pacific squad announced" (Press release). Queensland Reds. 9 November 2023. Retrieved 11 November 2023.
  3. ^ "First half frenzy powers Queensland Reds to victory over Melbourne Rebels". Rugby.com.au. 15 March 2024. Retrieved 17 March 2024.
  4. ^ "Rolls Royce of centres Tim Ryan helps set up AIC Premiership decider against St Laurence's". Courier Mail. 30 May 2021. Retrieved 17 March 2024.
  5. ^ "Premier Players: Junior Wallabies pairing combo, exciting WA colt set to show his stuff". The Roar. 4 July 2023. Retrieved 17 March 2024.

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