Ben Herring

Rugby player and coach

Ben Herring - Rugby player and coach
Born

March 14th, 1980
45 years ago

Category

Athletes & Sports Figures

Country

New Zealand

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A rugby player and coach, played primarily as a flanker. Represented the Otago rugby union and played for the Highlanders in Super Rugby. Transitioned to coaching, taking on roles with the Otago team and various other rugby programs. Contributed to the development of players and strategies in the sport at both club and provincial levels.

Played for the Highlanders in Super Rugby

Coached the Otago rugby union team

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