Name Richard Johnson | ||
Richard Johnston, born (26-02-1980) in Neath, Wales, first started his career at Neath RFC in 1998 where he gained representative honours for Wales under 18/19's. In 2000 Richard signed for Pontypridd RFC where he spent three years. In his time at Ponty, Richard was selected for Wales U21's and Wales 7's and was involved in the squad that won the Welsh Cup in 2002 and narrowly lost to Sale in the Parker Pen European Shield Final. After regional rugby was formed he returned to Neath RFC winning the league twice and Welsh Cup in a three-year stint. Richard then changed codes, signing for Crusader RL and won 4 caps for Wales. He also played on the 7's circuit playing for Samurai 7's, White Hart Marauders, Crusaders and Scorpions. In 2007 Richard left rugby to pursue a career outside sport but continues to play on the 7's circuit and now vets competitions.