About Gareth Jones
Lived 1979 – 2008 (aged 28). Gareth Jones was a British rugby union player.
Gareth Jones (4 December 1979 – 16 June 2008) was a Welsh rugby union player who played as a scrum-half for Neath rugby club until his death in 2008.
Club career Jones started his career with Glyncoch and then progressed to play for Beddau and Pontypridd, before making his debut for Neath in 2006 against Newport. He was also a part-time decorator.
Death After sustaining an injury to his neck during a game against Cardiff in the Premier Division in a ruck on 20 April 2008, Jones was taken to the University Hospital of Wales for treatment. During his time there, he received operations and treatment to help with his injury, but died on the afternoon of 16 June.
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Frequently asked questions
Who was Gareth Jones?
Welsh rugby union player
When was Gareth Jones born?
Gareth Jones was born on 4 December 1979 in Pontypridd.
When did Gareth Jones die?
Gareth Jones died on 16 June 2008 in Cardiff.
What was Gareth Jones's occupation?
Gareth Jones was a rugby union player.
What nationality was Gareth Jones?
Gareth Jones was British.
Sources & further reading
· DBpedia: Gareth Jones (rugby union, born 1979)
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