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Sue Day

b. 1972

English female rugby union footballer

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About Sue Day

Born 1972. Sue Day is a British rugby union player.

Susan Margaret Day (born 29 October 1972) is an English female rugby union footballer who played fullback for London Wasps Ladies and for England.

Career Day made her debut versus in 1997. She was selected for the 2006 Six Nations Squad. She appeared again for the 2007 Six Nations opener. She can play on the wing, in the centre or at fullback. Day played in three Rugby World Cups and is England's top try scorer with 61 tries in 59 caps. 'Daisy', as she is known to her team mates, is the top try scorer in IRB world cups, with 19 tries. After retiring from 15s, Day returned to the international game, captaining Simon Amor and Mike Friday's 7's squad to the 7's world cup in March 2009.

In 2013 Day became the first female president of Wasps FC in their 146-year history.

She was appointed Member of the Order of the British Empire (MBE) in the 2020 Birthday Honours for services to gender equality in sport.

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Important facts

Birth century
Occupation
Nationality
Education
University of Oxford
Awards
Member of the Order of the British Empire; World Rugby Hall of Fame
Also known as
Susan Day, Susan Margaret Day

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Frequently asked questions

Who is Sue Day?

English female rugby union footballer

When was Sue Day born?

Sue Day was born on 29 October 1972 in London.

What is Sue Day's occupation?

Sue Day is a rugby union player.

What nationality is Sue Day?

Sue Day is British.

Sources & further reading

· Wikipedia: Sue Day

· Wikidata: Q2362940

· DBpedia: Sue Day

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