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Amy Garnett

b. 1976

Rugby union player

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About Amy Garnett

Born 1976. Amy Garnett is a British rugby union player.

International career Garnett made her international debut for England in 2000 against Spain. She continued to be selected for England throughout the decade, eventually earning her 100th cap in 2011 during the match against Canada. This made her the first women's rugby union international to earn 100 caps for England, and the third woman rugby player from any country to reach that mark. Garnett is also England's most selected hooker. She represented her country in three Women's Rugby World Cups, in 2002, 2006, and 2010. On each occasion, England reached the final, only to lose to New Zealand; Garnett was a member of the starting fifteen in each final.

Personal life Garnett was born in Canterbury, Kent, and lived in nearby Littlebourne, where she attended the local primary school before completing her secondary education at Barton Court Grammar School. She studied for a Bachelor of Education in physical education at Liverpool John Moores University, and earned a BSc (Hons) in sports science and geography at De Montfort University. In addition to playing rugby on an amateur basis, Garnett is a police officer in the Metropolitan Police.

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Liverpool John Moores University, De Montfort University

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Frequently asked questions

Who is Amy Garnett?

rugby union player

When was Amy Garnett born?

Amy Garnett was born on 31 March 1976 in Canterbury.

What is Amy Garnett's occupation?

Amy Garnett is a rugby union player.

What nationality is Amy Garnett?

Amy Garnett is British.

Sources & further reading

· Wikipedia: Amy Garnett

· Wikidata: Q2844553

· DBpedia: Amy Garnett

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