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Tom Whitfield (Demo)

Garryowen FC

PLAYER OVERVIEW

NationalityIrish
LanguagesEnglish, Irish, Spanish (basic)
LocationLimerick, Ireland
PositionOpenside Flanker (7)
SAT score1280
Height188 cm
Weight98 kg
GPA3.6

BIO

A relentless openside flanker with a high tackle count and a real threat over the ball. Leads by example and organises the defensive line.

Education
  • GCSE — 9 subjects, grades A–B (2023)
  • BTEC Sport Level 3 — Distinction* (2025)
Work experience
  • Senior squad: 2024–present · regular starter
  • Academy / U18: 2021–2024 · captain 2023–24
  • Grassroots club: 2015–2021 · youth development
Achievements
  • Club Player of the Year 2024
  • League title winner 2024
  • Represented at regional level (2025)
Other sports
  • Athletics
  • Swimming
Career goal
  • Earn a US scholarship, then turn professional
Playing attributes
  • Composed on the ball
  • Strong decision-making
  • Reads the game
  • High work-rate
  • Two-footed
References
  • Available on request
Coach's report

Tom Whitfield (Demo) is one of the most coachable athletes I have worked with — tactically mature, dependable under pressure, and a strong character in the group. Ready to step up to the next level.

Alan Reid — Head Coach

SPORT DETAILS

Aims to pursue
  • Scholarship (USA)
  • Academy (UK & Ireland)
  • Professional contract
Playing styleDirect, high work-rate, strong at the breakdown
CaptaincyClub captain 2025
Preferred sideOpenside

PLAYER SPONSOR(S)

Red Lion Sportswear
Pace Nutrition

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