Garyn Smith

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Garyn Smith
Birth nameGaryn Smith
Date of birth (1995-07-12) 12 July 1995 (age 29)
Place of birth Pontypridd, Wales
Height180 cm (5 ft 11 in)
Weight94 kg (14 st 11 lb)
University University of South Wales [1]
Rugby union career
Position(s) Centre
Current team Cornish Pirates
Senior career
YearsTeamApps(Points)
2014-2022 Cardiff Blues 115 (50)
2022- Cornish Pirates 0 (0)
Correct as of 27 May 2022
International career
YearsTeamApps(Points)
  Wales U20

Garyn Smith (born 12 July 1995) is a Welsh rugby union player who plays for the Cornish Pirates at centre. He was a Wales under-20 international. [2]

Smith made his debut for the Cardiff Blues in 2014 having previously played for their academy and Pontypridd RFC. [3] [4]

On 27 May 2022, Garyn Smith signed a one-year contract with Cornish Pirates after being released by Cardiff Blues. [5]

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References

  1. "Graduation tales: Cardiff Blues pro Garyn looks to the future with sport science degree". University of South Wales. 27 July 2020. Retrieved 5 June 2021.
  2. "Garyn Smith". Ultimate Rugby. Retrieved 5 June 2021.
  3. "Garyn Smith signs long-term contract with the Blues". Engage Sport. 25 April 2019. Retrieved 5 June 2021.
  4. "Garyn Smith's season over as Navidi and Jenkins return to full training". Cardiff Blues Rugby Blog. 7 January 2021. Retrieved 5 June 2021.
  5. "Rugby evening headlines as Welsh centre finds new club in England and Spain appeal devastating World Cup expulsion". WalesOnline. Retrieved 27 May 2022.