Paddy Ryan (rugby union, born 1988)


Paddy Ryan is an Australian rugby union player who plays as tight-head prop. He is currently contracted with the San Diego Legion team in Major League Rugby in the United States. Ryan played eight seasons for the New South Wales Waratahs, where he surpassed one hundred caps in Super Rugby. He was also capped for the Australian national team.

Early life

Ryan was born and raised in Tamworth in northern New South Wales. He went to St. Nicholas primary school before attending St Joseph's College, Hunters Hill in Sydney, Australia as a boarding student.

Professional rugby career

Ryan made his senior debut for the Waratahs during the 2011 Super Rugby season against the Chiefs.