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Player Profile - Matthew Watkins

Player Profile - Matthew Watkins

Gareth Carr17 Nov 2017 - 17:59
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Matthew Watkins
- Gareth Carr

Full Name: Matthew Watkins
Nickname(s): Trotter, Camel, Watkino….not sure
Height; 5ft 10
Weight: 99kg
Birthplace; Ipswich
Date: 28th October 1982
Marital Status; Partner
Children; Beatrice 5 and Edith 2
Dogs: George (Bedlington Terrier)
Occupation: Freight Forwarding
College: Stonham Aspal Primary School / Debenham High School / Northgate 6th Form
Years Playing Rugby: on/off Since High School
Rugby Positions: Scrum half to Centre to….Hooker
Previous Clubs: Diss RFC & Ipswich RFU
Toughest Opponent: The kid at high school who had beard at 11…
Best Rugby Memory: Playing at Twickenham
Worst Rugby Memory: Breaking my nose…
Biggest Influence: My old PE teacher
Favourite Beverage: IPA Punk

Coaches Comments: Matt is a very adaptable member of the team, he has shown his strength playing front row in all 3 positions away from his usual position of inside centre.
His strong running and great Line Out throws have been a big reason for Felixstowe upsurge, allowing them to win set piece and break the gain line.

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