James Rael (born 25 March 1992) is an Irish rugby union player. Rael played as a hooker. He most recently played professionally for Irish provincial side Connacht Rugby. Before joining Connacht, Rael was part of the academy at Munster and played his club rugby with Garryowen.
| Birth name | James Rael | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
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| Date of birth | 25 March 1992 | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Place of birth | Limerick, Ireland | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Height | 1.85 m (6 ft 1 in) | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Weight | 97 kg (15 st 3 lb) | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
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Career edit
Connacht edit
Rael started his career in his native province of Munster, being part of the team's academy and played for the amateur club Garryowen in the All-Ireland League. Ahead of the 2013–14 season, Rael signed a one-year development contract with fellow Irish provincial side Connacht.[1] He made his debut for Connacht on 28 September 2013, coming off the bench against Ospreys in the 2013–14 Pro12.[citation needed]
In April 2014, it was announced that Rael failed to secure a renewed contract and he would be leaving the province at the end of the season.[2]
Ireland edit
Rael has represented his country at under-age international level. He earned a total of nine caps for Ireland Under-20's, scoring a single try. Rael represented the team at the 2012 IRB Junior World Championship.[3]
References edit
- ^ "Connacht sign hooker James Rael from Munster". independent.ie. 16 April 2013. Retrieved 29 September 2013.
- ^ "Parks leads Connacht outgoings". Irish Independent. 29 April 2014. Retrieved 11 May 2014.
- ^ "Ireland U20 Profile". irishrugby.ie. Retrieved 29 September 2013.