George Poolman (born 6 September 2002) is an Australian rugby union player, who plays for the Force. His preferred position is centre.[1]

George Poolman
Date of birth (2002-09-06) 6 September 2002 (age 21)
Place of birthAustralia
Height195 cm (6 ft 5 in)
Weight90 kg (198 lb; 14 st 2 lb)
Rugby union career
Position(s) Centre, wing
Current team Force
Senior career
Years Team Apps (Points)
2023– Western Force 14 (5)
Correct as of 14 August 2023

Early career edit

Poolman is from New South Wales, and lived in Germany as a child. He represents Sydney University in the Shute Shield and joined the Western Force academy as a 19-year-old. His brother Eddie is also a professional rugby player who represented London Irish in 2023.[2]

Professional career edit

Poolman was promoted to the Force senior squad ahead of the 2023 Super Rugby Pacific season.[3] He made his debut as a late replacement in Round 1 of the 2023 season, coming on as a replacement against the Rebels.[4] In June 2023, he re-signed for the side until 2025.[5]

References edit

  1. ^ "George Poolman". Ultimate Rugby. Retrieved 14 August 2023.
  2. ^ "Poolman 'like a sponge' in his rookie year". Western Force. 27 April 2023. Retrieved 14 August 2023.
  3. ^ "Academy graduates called up to main squad" (Press release). Western Force. 14 June 2022. Retrieved 8 October 2022.
  4. ^ "Thrush ends retirement to lead Force to win over Rebels". SANZAAR. 26 February 2023. Retrieved 14 August 2023.
  5. ^ "Force secure rising stars Poolman and Burey". Western Force. 15 June 2023. Retrieved 14 August 2023.

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