He played on the Ireland side against the Barbarians in Thomond Park Stadium this summer prior to their trip to New Zealand/Australia and featured in the game against New Zealand Maori on that tour.

Now back in full pre-season training the only thing that is likely to distract him is Kildare's quest for All Ireland glory.

Place of Birth: Rathangan Co.Kildare
Now Living: Limerick
Education: Lackagh National School, St Peters Monasterevin, Newbridge College, UCD.

First started playing rugby: Seven years of age in Cill Dara RFC.

Sportsperson admire most: Roy Keane

Career highlight to date: Playing against the Barbarians for Ireland in Thomond Park Stadium.

Favourite other sport: Gaelic football.

Favourite team outside rugby: Ellistown GFC.

Hobbies outside rugby: Play golf, chill out with friends and family, a very small bit of study!

Best part of being a pro rugby player: Getting paid to do what you love

Worst part of being pro rugby player: Pre season! 

Person you would most like to meet: Love to have a few beers with Ricky Hatton

Person you would avoid at all costs: Katie Price.

Pet hate: Stubbing your toe first thing in the morning after getting out of bed! 

Favourite Food: Roast Kerry lamb, with flowery potatoes and cauliflower!

Sporting Event you'd most like to attend: The bull run in Pamplona

Best place you've visited: Las Vegas 

Plans for when rugby career over: Owning a Restaurant and Bar hopefully!

RWC 2011 Winner: Ireland.

Three people you would invite to dinner and why: JFK, to ask him about Marilyn Monroe; Jesus, cos he can turn water into wine, it would be some party; Sienna Miller, there's always a chance !?