Iestyn Hopkins (born 4 April 2002) is a Welsh rugby union player, currently playing for United Rugby Championship side the Ospreys. His preferred position is fullback.[1]

Professional career

Hopkins is from Cwmllynfell, and began playing his junior rugby at Ystradgynlais RFC. He studied at Swansea University, and while there represented Swansea RFC.[2] He broke through to the Ospreys squad in 2023, debuting against Zebre Parma in January.[3] He scored his first try for the side against the Dragons in March.[4]

Hopkins represented Wales U20 in 2022.[5]

References

  1. ^ "Iestyn Hopkins". Welsh Rugby Union. Retrieved 7 May 2023.
  2. ^ "The new kid on the block who's exciting a lot of people after sparkling Welsh rugby debut". Wales Online. 16 March 2023. Retrieved 7 May 2023.
  3. ^ "Zebre 24-28 Ospreys: Much-changed Welsh side come from behind to claim bonus point victory in Italy". Wales Online. 29 January 2023. Retrieved 7 May 2023.
  4. ^ "United Rugby Championship: Ospreys 37-18 Dragons - Hosts win to keep pressure on Cardiff". BBC Sport. 25 March 2023. Retrieved 7 May 2023.
  5. ^ "Hopkins making his mark in Indigo Prem". Welsh Rugby Union. 20 January 2023. Retrieved 7 May 2023.


Allikas: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Iestyn_Hopkins
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