The 1st XV
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Nicknames: Gibbooo, Lifty Steve
Position: Prop
Weight: 90kg
Height: 180cm
Position: Prop
Weight: 90kg
Height: 180cm
Nicknames: The Cube, Eamon
Weight: 82kg
Height: 180cm
Sinmce taking gym to a whole new level the Cube now lives his life as a fully fledged block. You might think these strengths will be wasted at hooker but you’ll be sure to witness some large defensive hits; just don’t expect him to roll away at the ruck. He’s even there to bring his skills from fortress wide lane in the Southampton Town Academy as our back up converter.
Weight: 82kg
Height: 180cm
Sinmce taking gym to a whole new level the Cube now lives his life as a fully fledged block. You might think these strengths will be wasted at hooker but you’ll be sure to witness some large defensive hits; just don’t expect him to roll away at the ruck. He’s even there to bring his skills from fortress wide lane in the Southampton Town Academy as our back up converter.
Nicknames: Big Shaq, Mr T
Weight: 94kg
Height: 182cm
Weight: 94kg
Height: 182cm
Nicknames: Blind Nev
Position: Second Row/ Back Row
Weight: 102kg
Height: 195cm
Likes: Smashing some goujons, belvita
Dislikes: flavour and ginger kev
Fun fact: On numerous occasions Nev has claimed that he will easily be able to beat Chaz Hudson's try scoring record of 50 tries during his time at Birmingham.
Goujon eater and all-around-nice-guy Blind Nev, or more familiarly – Nev, has made a big impact since joining the medics in 2016. Despite his initial appearance as a sheltered, shy young man, you’ll soon find that this fresher of the year (circa 2016-17) loves whipping out his gun fingers and bass face whilst rapping the aggressive lyrics of Giggs word-for-word. His voice may be more nasal than bronchoscopy, but this lad certainly knows how to score tries.
Watch out Chaz, our floppy friend is coming for you.
Position: Second Row/ Back Row
Weight: 102kg
Height: 195cm
Likes: Smashing some goujons, belvita
Dislikes: flavour and ginger kev
Fun fact: On numerous occasions Nev has claimed that he will easily be able to beat Chaz Hudson's try scoring record of 50 tries during his time at Birmingham.
Goujon eater and all-around-nice-guy Blind Nev, or more familiarly – Nev, has made a big impact since joining the medics in 2016. Despite his initial appearance as a sheltered, shy young man, you’ll soon find that this fresher of the year (circa 2016-17) loves whipping out his gun fingers and bass face whilst rapping the aggressive lyrics of Giggs word-for-word. His voice may be more nasal than bronchoscopy, but this lad certainly knows how to score tries.
Watch out Chaz, our floppy friend is coming for you.
Nicknames: Westy, Westy's Mate, Warty, Wetsy
Position: Second Row
Weight: 101kg
Height: 191cm
Since recovering from a minor soft tissue injury early in the 2017/18 season and having returned from a sabbatical to pursue and amateur acting career, angry man and high-ball enthusiast Aidan Butler played a prominent role in the 1st XV during the 2017/18 season as 'last year’s vice-captain.'
Convinced that Wales are still a Tier 1 rugby nation and easily noticeable due to his rousing team talks Westy will lead the club from the coveted role of chairman during the 2018/19 season.
Position: Second Row
Weight: 101kg
Height: 191cm
Since recovering from a minor soft tissue injury early in the 2017/18 season and having returned from a sabbatical to pursue and amateur acting career, angry man and high-ball enthusiast Aidan Butler played a prominent role in the 1st XV during the 2017/18 season as 'last year’s vice-captain.'
Convinced that Wales are still a Tier 1 rugby nation and easily noticeable due to his rousing team talks Westy will lead the club from the coveted role of chairman during the 2018/19 season.
Nicknames: Rodney
Position: Backrow, Fly Half
Weight: 92kg
Height: 184cm
Position: Backrow, Fly Half
Weight: 92kg
Height: 184cm
Nicknames: Jamie Lannister, Lannie
Position: Back Row
Weight: 92kg
Height:189cm
Initially touted as the best looking guy in the club, his induction into family fat has led to a steady decline in both attractiveness and skill. Now a married man on a tight leash, lannister spends his time reminiscing about his days back at boarding school. Quite a useful player when not tackling with his face, expect some solid tackles and cheeky jackling for some turnover ball ...if tabby lets him play...
Position: Back Row
Weight: 92kg
Height:189cm
Initially touted as the best looking guy in the club, his induction into family fat has led to a steady decline in both attractiveness and skill. Now a married man on a tight leash, lannister spends his time reminiscing about his days back at boarding school. Quite a useful player when not tackling with his face, expect some solid tackles and cheeky jackling for some turnover ball ...if tabby lets him play...
Nicknames: Virgin Mary, John Cena
Position: Number 8
Weight: 100kg
Height: 190cm
This stern looking man and formal "England North" prospect is the second scouser to lead the 1st XV in four years. As aggressive on the rugby pitch as he is nervous talking to girls and having spent significant time during the 2016/17 season playing second fiddle to Elton, he’s glad to finally have his chance to start for the 1st XV and will lead them during the 2018/19 season.
Position: Number 8
Weight: 100kg
Height: 190cm
This stern looking man and formal "England North" prospect is the second scouser to lead the 1st XV in four years. As aggressive on the rugby pitch as he is nervous talking to girls and having spent significant time during the 2016/17 season playing second fiddle to Elton, he’s glad to finally have his chance to start for the 1st XV and will lead them during the 2018/19 season.
Nickname: Gilderoy Lockhart
Position: Scrum Half/Fly Half
Weight: 78kg
Height 179cm
Having taken a sabbatical from Hogwarts this 9 has gone from strength to strength; showing us how much Tommy axon was letting the side down. No one could moan as much or love themselves more, he’s the perfect 9! It's just a shame he couldn't match Snesk's 100% kicking record during the 2017/18 season however keep your eyes peeled for Gilderoy's Beauden Barrett-esque hands and classy footwork, just make sure the toys don’t hit you on their way out of the pram!
Position: Scrum Half/Fly Half
Weight: 78kg
Height 179cm
Having taken a sabbatical from Hogwarts this 9 has gone from strength to strength; showing us how much Tommy axon was letting the side down. No one could moan as much or love themselves more, he’s the perfect 9! It's just a shame he couldn't match Snesk's 100% kicking record during the 2017/18 season however keep your eyes peeled for Gilderoy's Beauden Barrett-esque hands and classy footwork, just make sure the toys don’t hit you on their way out of the pram!
Nicknames: Snesk, Noot Noot
Position: Utility
Weight: 85kg
Height: 187cm
Despite our continued best efforts to persuade his much more talented brother-in-law, Leigh "high ball" Halfpenny, to play for us, we are stuck with Snesk. Not to worry though, this "Utility forward" scrum half has recovered well from a minor bout of decapitation during the 2017/18 season, and notched up a 100% kicking record. He has recently signed a dual contract with the Royal Logistics Corps, and successfully organised Bellringer's stag do earlier this season (sponsored by Jack Wills.) He will no doubt be hoping for a new profile picture soon, which will naturally be displayed in black and white.
Position: Utility
Weight: 85kg
Height: 187cm
Despite our continued best efforts to persuade his much more talented brother-in-law, Leigh "high ball" Halfpenny, to play for us, we are stuck with Snesk. Not to worry though, this "Utility forward" scrum half has recovered well from a minor bout of decapitation during the 2017/18 season, and notched up a 100% kicking record. He has recently signed a dual contract with the Royal Logistics Corps, and successfully organised Bellringer's stag do earlier this season (sponsored by Jack Wills.) He will no doubt be hoping for a new profile picture soon, which will naturally be displayed in black and white.
Nicknames: Kieron Berry, Prince of Darkness
Position: Fly Half/Centre
Weight: 85kg
Height: 185cm
Position: Fly Half/Centre
Weight: 85kg
Height: 185cm
Nicknames: The Sprinkler, El Chapo, Kairnthorn
Position: Wing
Weight: 92kg
Height: 188cm
He loves hearts and backwards caps.
Position: Wing
Weight: 92kg
Height: 188cm
He loves hearts and backwards caps.
Nickname: TJ
Position: Centre
Weight: 92kg
Height: 180cm
Fun fact: TJ can often be found conversing with Uni player and similar train enthusiast Richard Galloway at the UB Gym.
Celebrity Crush: Dan Cole
With 4 years experience in the 1st XV, Ben Kennard is one of the most experienced players in the team.
Despite commuting from London to most training sessions this year. Ben or ‘TJ’ continues to make an impact on the medics midfield. With a bench of 165kg many teams struggle to handle this prepubescent Centre.
Position: Centre
Weight: 92kg
Height: 180cm
Fun fact: TJ can often be found conversing with Uni player and similar train enthusiast Richard Galloway at the UB Gym.
Celebrity Crush: Dan Cole
With 4 years experience in the 1st XV, Ben Kennard is one of the most experienced players in the team.
Despite commuting from London to most training sessions this year. Ben or ‘TJ’ continues to make an impact on the medics midfield. With a bench of 165kg many teams struggle to handle this prepubescent Centre.
Nickname: Scribbler
Position: Wing/Centre
Weight: 85kg
Height: 184cm
Position: Wing/Centre
Weight: 85kg
Height: 184cm
Nicknames: Fenton, Thumb
Position: Centre/Wing
Weight: 92kg
Height: 188cm
Position: Centre/Wing
Weight: 92kg
Height: 188cm
Nickname: Dribbler
Position: Wing/Centre
Weight: 102kg
Height: 183cm
Position: Wing/Centre
Weight: 102kg
Height: 183cm
Nicknames: Victor Von Dort, Victor Von Anatomy Sheet
Position: Wing, Fullback, Second Row
Weight: 101kg
Height: 187cm
Position: Wing, Fullback, Second Row
Weight: 101kg
Height: 187cm
Nickname: GEC Dom, Dom the GEC, Cleotus
Position: Prop
Weight: 91kg
Height: 180cm
Position: Prop
Weight: 91kg
Height: 180cm
Nicknames: Gentle Ben
Position: Wing/Fullback
Weight: 80kg
Height: 178cm
Position: Wing/Fullback
Weight: 80kg
Height: 178cm
Nicknames: Jelly, JellyRuns
Position: Centre/Wing
Weight: 90kg
Height: 180cm
Position: Centre/Wing
Weight: 90kg
Height: 180cm
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The UBMSRFC 1st XV compete primarily in NAMS the national inter-medical school competition. We are a team that have enjoyed much success over the years in this competition as twice champions and reaching at least the semi final for the previous 20 years. The team will be looking to develop further together and end the long wait for a NAMS final victory and will be hoping to repeat the heroics of previous seasons and win Brum Varsity for a 3rd time.