Cameron Pierce (rugby union)
Cameron Pierce (born 26 October 1991) is a rugby union lock who plays for Pau and Canada. Pierce made his debut for Canada in 2013.[1]
| Date of birth | October 26, 1991 | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
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| Height | 2.00 m (6 ft 7 in) | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Weight | 105 kg (231 lb) | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
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Career
Following an impressive campaign at the 2011 Junior World Trophy, scoring two tries, Pierce was offered a two-year academy deal with Clermont-Auvergne. From 2011 to 2013 Pierce made appearances for the Clermont Espoirs squad. Ahead of the 2013–14 season, Pierce signed a contract with Pau, playing in the French second division. At the end of the 2014–15 season Pau won promotion to the Top 14, the premier French league. Pierce would continue to play with the club appearing in seven matches for Pau's 2015–16 season. However, despite his contract not expiring until the end of the 2016–17 season, Pierce left the team early citing multiple concussion issues.
References
- "Rugby Canada line up for Japan tilt has a veteran tone; enough for Pacific Nations Cup glory?". The Province. 17 June 2013. Retrieved 21 October 2015.