Andrew Newman (born 7 January 1978 in

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player who played for

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at the Lock position.

Rugby Union career

Amateur career

Newman played for Neath and Swansea at amateur level.

Professional career

He started at Northampton Saints and won the Heineken Cup with them in 2000 but he finished playing with them in 2001. He moved on to play with the

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in 2003. He made 75 appearances for the Welsh team and scored 6 tries with them. He won the Celtic League while with Ospreys. He signed for

in 2006. He also played for Grenoble and London Scottish.

International career

He was capped by Wales at U21 level and at 'A' grade.

Business career

He moved into Finance and now works with LGT Vestra.

References

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Scottish Rugby interview
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