About Sam Giddens
Born 1984. Sam Giddens is a New Zealand rugby union player.
Sam Giddens (born 11 September 1984, Napier, New Zealand) is a rugby union player who competed professionally in New Zealand and Europe, playing as a centre.
Playing career Giddens made his debut for Hawkes Bay during the 2007 Air New Zealand Cup, and spent three seasons for the province as a regular starter, also serving occasionally as a goal-kicker for the squad. He helped the Magpies reach the semi-finals of the Air New Zealand Cup in each of his three years for the team.
For the 2009–10 season, Giddens moved to England, signing with Bristol Rugby of the RFU Championship. After a season in Bristol, he moved to Lyons Piacenza in Italy for 2010–11.
Giddens returned to New Zealand for the 2011 ITM Cup, signing with Otago. He started the first four matches of the season before being ruled out through injury.
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Who is Sam Giddens?
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Sam Giddens was born on 11 September 1984 in Napier.
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Sam Giddens is a rugby union player.
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Sam Giddens is New Zealand.
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