Aaron Abrams (rugby union)

Aaron David Abrams (born 9 July 1979) is a former Canadian rugby union player. He played as a hooker and represented Canada internationally from 2003 to 2006.[1] He was included in the Canadian squad for the 2003 Rugby World Cup and played in two group stage matches. Aaron finished that tournament as one of the try scorers for Canada.

For the Canadian actor with the same name, see Aaron Abrams.
Aaron Abrams
Full nameAaron David Abrams
Date of birth (1979-07-09) 9 July 1979
Place of birthLondon, Ontario
Rugby union career
Position(s) Hooker
National team(s)
Years Team Apps (Points)
2003–2006 Canada 22 (10)
Correct as of 13 September 2019

Abrams was born in London, Ontario, and grew up in Mississauga, Ontario.[2] Abrams was named most-valuable player for the Erindale Secondary School football and rugby teams. In his senior year he led the undefeated Erindale Raiders rugby team in scoring, and was named the Toronto Star's High School Athlete of the Week. He was also a member of the national U-17 rugby team.[3]

In 1998, Abrams was one of the captains for the Ontario junior men's rugby team, and was selected for the national U-20 team.[4]

After graduating the Victoria PacificSport Under-23 program, Abrams played for the Vancouver Island Crimson Tide and in 2003 was selected for the Rugby Canada All-Stars.[5] A non-travelling reserve player for Team Canada,[6] a teammate's injury in practice allowed him to take part in the 2003 World Cup.[2][7]

In December 2004, Abrams was appointed the national team's player representative to the Rugby Canada Board.[8] In 2005, Abrams was one of two players to take part in all eight international games for Canada.[9]

He played for the Castaway Wanderers RFC in the CDI Premier League,[10] while continuing on Team Canada in 2006[11] and 2007.[10][12]

References
  1. "Aaron Abrams | Rugby Union | Players and Officials". ESPN scrum. Retrieved 2019-09-13.
  2. "Canadian rugby player lives out World Cup dream after emergency summons". Daily Townsman. Cranbrook, B.C. 2003-10-14. p. 7. ProQuest 356284589. – via ProQuest (subscription required)
  3. "The Star's High School Athletes of the Week". Toronto Star. 1997-05-09. p. C12. ProQuest 437677073. – via ProQuest (subscription required)
  4. Vroom, Dianne (1998-08-23). "France overpowers Ontario in tune-up for Canada". Ottawa Citizen. p. B4. ProQuest 240220477. – via ProQuest (subscription required)
  5. Dheensaw, Cleve (2003-07-30). "Former Caps GM explores pro options". Times-Colonist. Victoria, B.C. p. B6. ProQuest 347910681. – via ProQuest (subscription required)
  6. Dheensaw, Cleve (2003-08-19). "Torch passed to newcomers". Times-Colonist. Victoria, B.C. p. C6. ProQuest 347894938. – via ProQuest (subscription required)
  7. Dheensaw, Cleve (2003-10-06). "Dunkley's luck goes from bad to worse". Times-Colonist. Victoria, B.C. p. B6. ProQuest 347928171. – via ProQuest (subscription required)
  8. "Beavers preparing for new rugby season". The Brampton Guardian. Brampton, Ontario. 2004-12-29. p. A12. ProQuest 362399960. – via ProQuest (subscription required)
  9. "Local rugby player chosen Canada's best". The Brampton Guardian. Brampton, Ontario. 2006-01-11. p. 1. ProQuest 362403181. – via ProQuest (subscription required)
  10. Dheensaw, Cleve (2007-04-01). "Wounded Wanderers find way to win". Times-Colonist. Victoria, B.C. p. A12. ProQuest 348123207. – via ProQuest (subscription required)
  11. Dheensaw, Cleve (2006-11-24). "Title on line for Vikes, Wanderers". Times-Colonist. Victoria, B.C. p. A21. ProQuest 348068262. – via ProQuest (subscription required)
  12. Dheensaw, Cleve (2007-07-15). "Team Canada stocks up on Islanders". Times-Colonist. Victoria, B.C. p. A10. ProQuest 347910681. – via ProQuest (subscription required)
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