James Merriman (rugby union)

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James Merriman
Birth nameJames Merriman
Date of birth (1984-01-17) 17 January 1984 (age 39)
Place of birth Wales
School Llandovery College
Rugby union career
National sevens team(s)
YearsTeamComps
2009 Wales 7s
Medal record
Men's rugby sevens
Representing Flag of Wales (1959-present).svg  Wales
Rugby World Cup Sevens
Gold medal icon (G initial).svg 2009 Dubai Team competition

James Merriman (born 17 January 1984) is a Welsh rugby union footballer for Bristol Rugby. A flanker, he has captained the Wales Under-21 side and has played for the Wales Sevens team. He was part of the Wales Sevens team that won the 2009 Rugby World Cup Sevens.


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