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Answering the questions today Gareth Rise

Answering the questions today Gareth Rise

Antony Bentham20 Mar 2021 - 22:11

Gareth Rise Director of Rugby

What’s your favourite rugby moment?

- As a player; playing at the Gnoll v Neath, I grew up supporting Neath so was great to play on that ground.

- As a coach; winning at Twickenham was great in 2018 although the extra time semi final win away v Coney Hill was a special moment and made me very proud to coach that team.

Who’s your rugby hero?
- Jim Fowers and John Davies

If you could meet a rugby player/coach, who would it be and why?

- Jim Telfer
- Rassie Erasmus

If you weren’t a rugby player what would you be and why?
- Chef. I would I need a job that is a lifestyle.

Which law of rugby would you change and why?
- I quite like the game as it is, Ruck could be sped up.

What advice would you give to younger rugby players?
- Keep playing post age grade, Use the game as a vehicle to take you forwards in life.

Who inspired you to play rugby?
- My father and mother.

What keeps you motivated to keep playing/coaching?
- Working with people in the sport and wanting to represent my family.

Describe Camberley Rugby Club in three words
- Family, enjoyment, memories

What’s your go to karaoke song?
- Bye Bye Miss American Pie

What’s your favourite film?
- The Colour of Money

You’re cooking for six. What’s on the menu and who’s at your dinner table?
- Wagyu Steak and red wine
- My Wife
- Tom Allen plus wife
- Alex Gray plus wife
- Prob ending in an argument with Tom Allen

Quick fire one word answers:

Forwards or backs?
- Forwards

Muddy or dry?
- Dry

Sunny or rainy?
- Sunny

Grass or artificial?
- Artificial

City break or country retreat?
- City-Rome

Ski or beach?
- Beach

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