Fact File – Leo Cullen

Leo Cullen is a young man who has been so far capped at every level and is currently with the Ireland senior squad in New Zealand

Leo Cullen was probably ear-marked to be in New Zealand at this stage of his life from an early age. Caught the eye in a rugby sense in Blackrock College where he excelled at every level, his talent saw him progress naturally through Ireland Schools, Ireland U19 and U21 level before winning his first ‘A’ A cap against England in February 2000.

First rugby club. Blackrock

Best moment in rugby. Winning Triple Crown.

Worst moment in rugby. U21 tournament in Argentina.

Most difficult opponent. Martin Johnson.

Sportsperson I admire most. Lance Armstrong.

Person I admire most. Nelson Mandela.

Best part of being a professional rugby player. Get to sleep a lot.

Worst part of being a professional rugby player. Dieting.

Favourite TV programme. Frasier.

Favourite actor. Jack Nicholson.

Favourite actress. Julia Roberts.

Favourite music/band. All Saints/Bob Dylan.

Favourite Pub/Night Spot. Chester Beety’s in Ashford.

Most enjoyable book. Schindler’s List.

Present car.Ford Focus.

Dream car. No great interest, Range Rover ?

Favourite holiday destination. San Diego.

Ideal holiday partner.My girlfriend of course.

Do you like Buffy the Vampire Slayer. Buffy yes. But not the programme.

Hobbies. Watching TV. Pitch & Putt.

Career after rugby. We’ll see.