Player Profile: Gary Powell

By Timofe
December 24 2003

Gary Powell

Nickname The Treorci Tornado
Position Prop
Date of Birth 30/10/79
Previous Club Richmond
Height 6'0"
Tykes Debut 14/09/03
Honours Wales U21


What were your impressions of Leeds before you arrived? Very good impressions, very good facilties.
What are your impressions of Leeds now? I lived in London before so this it reminds a little of London, but smaller.
What do you like to do away from rugby? Play on the Playstation or go to the seaside (Barry Island was mentioned).
Who is the hardest opponent you've come across? Roberto Grau
Who would you pay to see? NZ prop Kees Meuws.
Which is the best ground / stadium you've played at? Eden Park (when playing for Wales U21 against NZ Schools - Tom Palmer was in the NZ side).
Which is the worst ground you've played at? Schools pitch.
Who is your sporting hero? Muhammed Ali
What is your most memorable rugby moment? Debut for Richmond.
Do you have any pre-match superstitions? No.
Who is the worst room-mate you've had on an away trip? Mike Shelley and his snoring!
What are your expectations for the coming season? To have a regular start and to perform well.

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