David Rhys Jones

Place of birth:
Wales

Position played:
No. 8

Summary of rugby career:

First Started Playing Where:
Afon Taf High School

Clubs represented and Years:
Afon Taf High School (1970-1977)
Merthyr RFC  Youth (1976 -1979)
Merthyr RFC Senior 1st vx (1979-1982)
Ebbw Vale RFC (1982-1983)
Santa Monica Rugby Club (1983-1992)
Santa Monica Rugby Club - Coach (1984-1997)

Territorial/National Representative Teams and years:
Rhondda and East Glamorgan Youth (1977-1979)
Final Welsh Youth Trialist (1979)

No of Caps (if applicable):
None

No of International Matches (if applicable):
None

Tours: Where, With Whom and Years:
Zimbabwe/South Africa - British Airways RFC (1981)

Awards and Recognition:


Impact rugby had on your life:
Gave me a reason to live.

Most inspirational teammate/coach and why:
Clive Burgess (Ebbw Vale, Wales and British Lions) for letting me know that I belonged at that level of play.

What wisdom would you pass on to current players:
Savor every moment.

Marital Status (Spouse/Kids names):
Wife - Maria Carmen Jones
S ons - Nathan and Evan

Favorite quote:
Never wait or hesitate get in kid before its to late you my never get a second chance!

Interests:
Golf, hiking, and anything to do with nature.

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