Michael Collins (born 10 May 1974 in

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) is a former New Zealand 'A' international

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player. He played for

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and Chiefs.

Rugby Union career

Amateur career

Former captain of New Plymouth Boys' High School first XV.

Professional career

He had 73 games for the provincial side

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. He began his professional career playing for the New Zealand provincial Super Rugby team Chiefs. He captained the side in 1999. He signed for

in 2007, after a two year with

International career

Collins has played for New Zealand U19, New Zealand U21, New Zealand 'A' and

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Coaching career

In September 2008 Collins joined

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as a rugby development manager, leaving Glasgow Warriors. He then became the club's scrum coach.

Administration career

In 2013 was made Chief Executive.

References

External links

Glasgow Warriors sign Michael CollinsRugby: Veteran prop says Chiefs have new confidence
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