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Nathan Sylvia

b. 1994

American rugby union player

Rugby union player
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About Nathan Sylvia

Born 1994. Nathan Sylvia is an American rugby union player.

Career

Youth Sylvia found rugby late in life. After playing American football growing up and attempting to play on at California Polytechnic State University, San Luis Obispo, as a defensive lineman, he decided to take up rugby. He was among several Division 1-A rugby players to train with the ACT Brumbies in Canberra, Australia, in 2016. While there, he played with Randwick Under-20s.

Senior He spent a season at San Francisco Golden Gate RFC in the Pacific Rugby Premiership, before being selected for the San Diego squad for the inaugural MLR season. Sylvia became the 19th player in Major League Rugby to reach 50 appearances.

International He was named in the USA Falcons squad for the tour to South Africa. He made his debut for the USA national side in the 2023 Rugby World Cup Repechage.

Honors

Personal

USA Rugby Collegiate All-American Honourable Mention (2016) San Diego Legion Forward of the Year (2022)

USA

La Vila International Rugby Cup (2024)

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Important facts

Born
17 March 1994
Birth century
20th century
Occupation
Rugby union player
Nationality
United States
Also known as
Nate Sylvia

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Frequently asked questions

Who is Nathan Sylvia?

American rugby union player

When was Nathan Sylvia born?

Nathan Sylvia was born on 17 March 1994.

What is Nathan Sylvia's occupation?

Nathan Sylvia is a rugby union player.

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Nathan Sylvia is American.

Sources & further reading

· Wikipedia: Nathan Sylvia

· Wikidata: Q121083575

· DBpedia: Nathan Sylvia

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