Heath Tessmann

Hooker

Profile
Height:	182 cm
Weight:	105 kg
Date Of Birth:	03/03/1984
Place of Birth:	Ayr, QLD, Australia

Rugby Career
Senior Club:	University of Queensland

Stats
Super Rugby Caps:	10
Super Rugby Debut:	vs. Waratahs - for RaboDirect Rebels (Round 1, 2011)

27-year old Heath Tessmann was a valuable squad member for the RaboDirect Rebels in 2011. The Hooker made 10 appearances from the interchange bench, providing valuable respite for Ged Robinson at crucial times.

2011 was Heath’s first season of Super Rugby, with his debut coming in the round one fixture against the Waratahs at AAMI Park.

Heath was also a valuable contributor to the Rebel Rising squad during the year, and competed in their successful head-to-head victory over the Western Force A side.

Before joining the Rebels, Heath had spent his Rugby Union career in Queensland. He was a fixture for the University of Queensland Red Heavies, where his performances earned him the opportunity to train with the Queensland Reds. He now represents Eastern Suburbs in Sydney’s Shute Shield.

Heath’s lineout throwing accuracy holds him in high regard at the Rebels, while his infectious personality and enthusiasm have made him a favourite around the camp. As well as his skills as a Hooker, Heath has also played first grade rugby as a Loosehead Prop.