Tom Rock

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Tom Rock (born 27 June 1984 in Keighley) is a rugby union footballer who plays for Leeds Tykes. His regular position is at full-back. He made his Tykes debut against London Irish on 8th September 2002.

Rock came through the Tykes Academy but moved onto Otley RUFC to enhance his first team opportunities. He returned to Headingley Carnegie in 2006 to earn another chance with the Tykes. Tom is the brother of fellow Tykes player Andy Rock.

Rock originally signed for Leeds from Keighley RUFC. He has played for England U-19 and in the 2005-06 season played in the National One Division with Otley RUFC.

The player Rock most admires in rugby is Jonny Wilkinson and his favourite sportsperson is boxer Ricky Hatton. The greatest influence on his career has been his family and Tykes' coach Stuart Lancaster and his greatest achievement is gaining his Law degree.

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