Charlie Clare

Charlie Clare is a professional rugby union player who is currently playing for Northampton Saints, but is one of few players to have turned out for all three main of the East Midlands sides.^[1]

The hooker learned his trade at Leicester Tigers where he was a part of their academy; he also spent time out at Nottingham R.F.C., Jersey Reds and Loughborough Students RUFC on loan during his five years at the midlands side.^[2]

Following a serious shoulder injury, Clare made the move to RFU Championship side Bedford Blues in 2013.^[3] The hooker impressed at the midlands side in their progression to the top four of the second tier of English rugby but made his departure into the Aviva Premiership in the summer of 2016.^[4]

Joining Northampton Saints as one of their world-class hookers, the 24-year-old competes with Dylan Hartley and Mike Haywood for the number two shirt. Clare made his Premiership debut in Saints first match of the season against Bath Rugby and have now made five appearances for the men in black, green and gold.^[5]

The young hooker has also represented RFU Championship XV in 2014.^[6]

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