Where are you from?

I’m originally from the States, Cape Cod Massachusetts. 

When & why did you come to Ireland?

I moved to Ireland in October of 2019, right before Covid. I wanted to experience living abroad as I have family in Germany, it helped being a dual passport holder and being able to work anywhere in the EU. 

Your Career?

I currently work in cybersecurity but also have side gigs in art, social media management and photography/videograohy 

When did you first play rugby?

I actually joined rugby in 2020 right after I moved to Ireland! I used to play tennis for my university and missed playing in a team sport and wanted to make new friends.

Why join Wegians?

Wegians because I always used to pass by the club house and the location was always central to town!

Your Position?

I’ve played many positions, wing, centre, flanker, second row, scrum half … but after so many serious injuries as a centre, a comeback as scrum half is looking more favourable haha. 

Best game or favourite memory?

Probably one of my first games back after breaking my leg. I finally felt the most fit I had been in a while and being able to play again after such a serious injury was such an achievement for me. 

Biggest influence on your rugby/career??

My teammates! They inspire me to be a better player! 

Unluckiest thing in rugby?

I unfortunately broke my leg around my ankle pretty badly October 2022. Dislocated fracture to the fibula and tibia and needed surgery, a plate and 7 screws total. Then more recently I broke my 2nd metatarsal October 2024 in my other right foot. Both times I played number 13 so maybe it’s time I retire this jersey and vow to never play during the month of October.

Other Volunteer Roles in the Club?

I started out managing the women’s social media in 2021. I helped as well later on the men’s side and for the youths. I also volunteer a lot of my time in other aspects of the club like minis, fundraisers, etc. anything to see the success of the club! 

Best thing about Galwegians – why should someone join?

My friends and family I’ve created from joining! I wouldn’t trade them for the world. 

Other hobbies?

Tennis, art, photography, videography

Craziest team mate?

Stacy Hanley

Most annoying??

Stacy Hanley 

Most inspiring?

I’m going to have to say Nicole Fowley! She’s such an inspiration representing Galwegians and all the girls in the West of Ireland as she kits out for Ireland! COYGIG!

Best sense of humour team-mate?

Stacy Hanley takes the stage again for this one lol