Master of the tap tackle, Peter Stringer is a former rugby union player who represented Ireland. Known for his skillful tackles, Peter has had a varied and successful career as one of the greatest Irish sportsmen. Now a popular after-dinner speaker, Peter entertains audiences with anecdotes from his two decades of playing and his experience of teamwork, determination and leadership.
Playing in the scrum-half position, Peter spent the majority of his career at the Irish team Munster. Making his club debut in 1998, later the same year Peter Stringer played his first Heineken Cup, against Perpignan, where he suffered an unfortunate loss. During his fifteen years with the squad, Peter assisted the team in securing the 2002-2003 Celtic League, and the Celtic Cup in 2005. The biggest achievements of his career came in the form of the 23-19 win in the European Cup where he scored the second tri and becoming Munster’s most capped player in 2011.
A force on the pitch, Peter was spotted for his talents and moved to England where he enjoyed successful periods with: Bath, Sale Sharks, and Worchester Warriors, in addition to loan spells with Saracens and Newcastle whilst at Munster. During his first game with Bath, Peter Stringer scored two tries proving his worth to the club. For his impressive gameplay, he was awarded the Sale Sharks Player of the Year for the 2015-2016 season; his second and final season with the club.
Evidently a talented player, Peter was called up to represent Ireland in the 2000 Six Nations Championship. Ireland placed third and Peter won the hearts of the nation with his one-handed ‘Ankle taps’ and motivating teamwork. From his debut, he was a member of the 2004, 2006 and 2007 Six Nations Championship winning team, resulting in a Triple Crown for Ireland. From World Cups, to the Six Nations, Peter Stringer became Ireland’s first-choice scrum-half and represented his country on ninety-eight games throughout his career.
With an exceptional playing career behind him, Peter retired from professional rugby in 2018, a legend. Currently, Peter is making a name for himself on the speaker’s circuit, where he has been extremely well received due to his insight into drive and determination, being an effective leader and team player, in addition to his industry stories.
How to hire Peter Stringer
Contact the Champions Speakers Agency to provisionally enquire about hiring Peter Stringer for your next event, today. To get in touch, simply call an official booking agent on 0207 1010 553 or email us at [email protected] for more information.
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At events, Peter is known to cover the following topics;
- Drive & Determination
- International Rugby
- Representing Your Country
- Sportsmanship
- Leadership
- Effective Teamwork
- The Six Nations
