James O'Connor

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Profile
Height:	180cm
Weight:	89kg
Date Of Birth:	05/07/1990

Stats
Super Rugby Caps:	46 (38 Force)
Super Rugby Points:	204 (12t, 36c, 24p), 0
Super Rugby Debut:	2008 v Reds (for the Western Force)
Test Rugby Caps:	37
Test Rugby Points:	201 (12t, 36c, 23p)
Test Rugby Debut:	2008 v Italy, Padova

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It’s hard to believe RaboDirect Rebel James O’Connor is one of the youngest players in the squad, although he is rich beyond his years in experience.

His blistering pace causes havoc when he lines up on the wing or at fullback, yet he has the leadership and creativity to play in a fly half role. His strength and combative defensive technique make him a powerful centre, at 12 or 13. He is also the owner of one of Australia’s most potent pair of boots, and is the Wallabies’ first choice goal kicker.

James is the ultimate Rugby back. In James’ debut season with the Force in 2008, he became Super Rugby’s youngest player at just 17 years of age. He debuted for the Wallabies later that year, becoming the second youngest Australian to pull on the famous gold jersey. In 2009, he became the first Wallaby to bag a hat trick of tries on his full run on debut. He capped off that stellar season being named the Australian Rookie of the Year. At international level, James became the youngest Australian to reach 100 Test points. In doing so, he became the record holder for individual points scored in an away fixture, accumulating 29 against France.

Having made the call himself not to travel with the Wallabies on their Spring Tour last season, the man they call ‘Rabbit’ has worked tirelessly at ensuring he will be in the best physical shape of his life, where he will no doubt lead the club in 2013.