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Richard de Carpentier

b. 1990

English rugby union footballer

Rugby union player Rugby sevens player
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About Richard de Carpentier

Born 1990. Richard de Carpentier is a rugby union player and rugby sevens player.

Richard de Carpentier (born 30 April 1990) is a retired rugby union player. He played backrow and forward for England Sevens. He played club rugby mainly for Bath & Worcester Warriors, while also featuring for Harlequins and Leicester Tigers.

Career Early life De Carpentier went to Kirkham Grammar School in Lancashire, and played throughout the age groups with schoolmate Kieran Brookes. He is a sports coaching graduate of UWIC.

Professional career His first professional contract was at Leicester Tigers He made his England Sevens debut in the Edinburgh leg of the 2011 World Series He had a short spell at Harlequins.

He signed a contract with Bath Rugby on 21 September 2021, ahead of the 2021/22 season due to a successful trial period. On 27 April 2023 De Carpentier announced his retirement from professional rugby union.

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Important facts

Born
3 April 1990, Manchester
Birth century
20th century
Occupation
Rugby union player, rugby sevens player
Education
Cardiff Metropolitan University

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Frequently asked questions

Who is Richard de Carpentier?

English rugby union footballer

When was Richard de Carpentier born?

Richard de Carpentier was born on 3 April 1990 in Manchester.

What is Richard de Carpentier's occupation?

Richard de Carpentier is a rugby union player and rugby sevens player.

Sources & further reading

· Wikipedia: Richard de Carpentier

· Wikidata: Q7330180

· DBpedia: Richard de Carpentier

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