Jay Williams (rugby union)
| Date of birth | 30 December 1982 | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
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| Place of birth | Auckland, New Zealand | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Height | 6 ft 6 in (198 cm) | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Weight | 229 lb (104 kg) | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Notable relative(s) | Ali Williams (brother) | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
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Jay Williams (born 30 December 1982) is a New Zealand former professional rugby union player.[1]
A lock, Williams played rugby for Auckland between 2005 and 2009. He was called up by the Chiefs in 2008 to replace an injured Mark Burman and made six appearances off the bench.[2] In 2009, Williams linked up with his elder brother Ali Williams at the Blues, sometimes partnering him in the second row during his seven games.[3]
Williams works in construction and was part of the Christchurch rebuild following the 2011 earthquake.[4]
References[edit]
- ^ "Rugby: Proud night for Williams family". NZ Herald. 2 August 2007.
- ^ "Wililams added to Chiefs' squad". ESPN.com. 13 March 2008.
- ^ "Jay R Williams". New Zealand Rugby History.
- ^ "Rebuild workers flock to Christchurch clubs". Stuff.co.nz. 27 March 2012.