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Pat Barnard

b. 1981

South African rugby union footballer

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About Pat Barnard

Born 1981. Pat Barnard is a South African rugby union player.

Patrick Christian "Pat" Barnard (born 3 July 1981 in Port Elizabeth, Eastern Cape, South Africa) is an English-qualified rugby union player who last played for CA Brive in the Top 14.

Pat Barnard's position of choice is at prop.

Barnard was a member of the South African side that won the 2002 Under 21 Rugby World Championship. His performances in the tournament led to him being made U21 Player of the Year at the IRB Awards.

Barnard represented Western Province in the Currie Cup. The Stormers loaned him to the Cats for the 2003 Super 12 season.

He made 11 appearances for the Stormers in the 2004 Super 12 season, including a semi final defeat to the Crusaders. After making only two appearances for the Stormers in the 2005 Super 12 season, During his spell at the club Barnard was named in the England Elite Player Squad, qualifying for England courtesy of his mother, who is from Reading. After Saints were relegated in the 2006–07 Guinness Premiership, Barnard signed for London Wasps.

His time at Wasps was interrupted by injuries, although he did play in the final of the 2007–08 Guinness Premiership.

Barnard joined French club CA Brive for the 2009–10 Top 14 season.

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Education
Stellenbosch University
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Patrick Christian "Pat" Barnard

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Frequently asked questions

Who is Pat Barnard?

South African rugby union footballer

When was Pat Barnard born?

Pat Barnard was born on 3 July 1981 in Gqeberha.

What is Pat Barnard's occupation?

Pat Barnard is a rugby union player.

What nationality is Pat Barnard?

Pat Barnard is South African.

Sources & further reading

· Wikipedia: Pat Barnard

· Wikidata: Q3368519

· DBpedia: Pat Barnard

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