Tyler Offiah is an English rugby union player who plays for Bath Rugby. He is the son of Martin Offiah.
Early life
Offiah joined Ealing Trailfinders aged five years-old and attended St Benedict's School, Ealing. He became part of the London and South Central academy, funded by the Rugby Football Union. He completed his A-Levels at Wellington College, Berkshire, received an offer from the University of Bath to study Politics and International Relations. A multi-sport athlete, he also played American Football for London Blitz as a wide receiver and rugby league for Richmond Warriors. He has also worked as a model.[1] He also trained with rugby league side Wigan Warriors.
Career
He signed a professional contract with Bath Rugby ahead of the 2024/25 season.[2] Reportedly, Offiah also had offers from Wigan Warriors, Gloucester Rugby, Sale Sharks and Leicester Tigers.[3] Bath head of rugby Johann van Graan said "What impresses me about Tyler is his speed, spatial awareness, finishing ability and a natural understanding of playing the game".[4]
International career
He made his England U18 debut in April 2024 at the U18 Six Nations Rugby Festival in Italy.[5]
Personal life
The son of rugby international Martin Offiah, he has stated that he is a fan of Brisbane Broncos.[6]
Style of play
At 6ft 3" he is taller than his father, although also plays on the wing.[7] England U18 head coach Jonathan Pendlebury compared him to his father speaking to RugbyPass saying "They [both] like scoring tries…he [Tyler] likes playing rugby with a smile on his face."[8]
References
- ^ Heppenstall, Ross (9 April 2024). "Martin Offiah's son to sign for Bath after turning down Sale, Leicester, Gloucester and Wigan". The Daily Telegraph. Retrieved 24 April 2024.
- ^ Evely, John (23 April 2024). "Bath Rugby announce superstar academy intake: England captain, Bath U18s league-winning skipper, schoolboy champ". Somersetlive. Retrieved 24 April 2024.
- ^ "Martin Offiah's son rejects rugby league club to sign with rugby union powerhouse". Ruck. 10 April 2024. Retrieved 24 April 2024.
- ^ "Bath sign Martin Offiah's son Tyler on senior academy contract". The Independent. 23 April 2024. Retrieved 24 April 2024.
- ^ McAllister, Josh (23 April 2024). "Martin Offiah's son signs first contract with Premiership Rugby side". Wigan Today. Retrieved 24 April 2024.
- ^ Walker, Callum (10 April 2024). "Martin Offiah's son, Tyler Offiah, snubs Super League side to join rugby union club". totalrl. Retrieved 24 April 2024.
- ^ James, Dylan (29 March 2024). "Son of rugby legend to face Wales in upcoming fixture". Walesonline. Retrieved 24 April 2024.
- ^ Raisey, Josh (23 April 2024). "Bath sign 5 to academy including son of Martin Offiah and U18 captain". Rugby Pass. Retrieved 24 April 2024.