George Poolman (born 6 September 2002) is an Australian rugby union player, who plays for the Force. His preferred position is centre.[1]

George Poolman
Date of birth (2002-09-06) 6 September 2002 (age 22)
Place of birthAustralia
Height195 cm (6 ft 5 in)
Weight102 kg (225 lb; 16 st 1 lb)
Rugby union career
Position(s) Centre, wing
Current team Force
Senior career
Years Team Apps (Points)
2023– Western Force 22 (10)
Correct as of 1 June 2024

Early career

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Poolman is from New South Wales, and lived in Germany as a child. He represents Sydney University in the Shute Shield and joined the Western Force academy as a 19-year-old. His brother Eddie is also a professional rugby player who represented London Irish in 2023.[2]

Professional career

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Poolman was promoted to the Force senior squad ahead of the 2023 Super Rugby Pacific season.[3] He made his debut as a late replacement in Round 1 of the 2023 season, coming on as a replacement against the Rebels.[4] In June 2023, he re-signed for the side until 2025.[5]

References

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  1. ^ "George Poolman". Ultimate Rugby. Retrieved 14 August 2023.
  2. ^ "Poolman 'like a sponge' in his rookie year". Western Force. 27 April 2023. Retrieved 14 August 2023.
  3. ^ "Academy graduates called up to main squad" (Press release). Western Force. 14 June 2022. Retrieved 8 October 2022.
  4. ^ "Thrush ends retirement to lead Force to win over Rebels". SANZAAR. 26 February 2023. Retrieved 14 August 2023.
  5. ^ "Force secure rising stars Poolman and Burey". Western Force. 15 June 2023. Retrieved 14 August 2023.
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