Brendon Leonard
Rugby player for New Zealand teams
Born
April 16th, 1985
40 years ago
Category
Athletes & Sports Figures
Country
New Zealand
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A rugby player achieved recognition in the international game, representing New Zealand in both sevens and fifteen-a-side formats. Played for the provincial team, Waikato, in the ITM Cup and through the years competed in the Super Rugby league with the Chiefs. Contributed to the New Zealand sevens team, participating in various international competitions and helping to elevate the team's status on the world stage.
Played for Waikato in the ITM Cup
Competed with the Chiefs in Super Rugby
Represented New Zealand in rugby sevens
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