Biography
Brittany Hogan, born on September 19, 1998, in Dundonald, County Down, Northern Ireland, is a prominent Irish rugby player who has excelled in both the 15s and 7s formats of the game. A versatile back-row player, Hogan has represented Ireland at the international level and has been a significant figure in the Ireland women’s national rugby union and sevens teams. She graduated with First Class Honours in Sports Science and Health from Dublin City University (DCU) in 2022, showcasing her dedication both on and off the field.
Teams Played For and Years
- Ballynahinch RFC: 2015–2017
- Ulster Rugby: 2017
- Cooke RFC: 2017–2019
- Railway Union RFC: 2019
- Old Belvedere RFC: 2020–present
- Ireland 7s: 2017–present
- Ireland Women’s XVs: 2020–present
International Appearances
- Represented Ireland Women’s XVs in 10 matches since her debut in 2020.
- Member of the Ireland Sevens team, competing in 12 tournaments in the World Rugby Sevens Series.
Most Important Moments in Her Sporting Career
- Ulster U18 Interprovincial Victory (2016): Played a crucial role in Ulster’s triumph in the inaugural U18 Interprovincial Series.
- Sevens Debut (2018): Made her debut in the World Rugby Sevens Series in Dubai, scoring a try against New Zealand on her first day.
- Ireland XVs Debut (2020): Earned her first cap as a replacement against Italy in the Six Nations, contributing to a strong Irish performance.
- First Test Start (2021): Started her first test match in the Six Nations third-place playoff against Italy, securing a 25-5 victory for Ireland.
- Seville Sevens (2022): Part of the Ireland Sevens team that made history by finishing second in the World Series tournament in Seville.
- 10th Cap for Ireland XVs (2022): Played a vital role in Ireland’s 29-8 victory over Italy in the TikTok Women’s Six Nations.
- Ulster Women’s Player of the Year (2024): Awarded for her exceptional performances with Ulster during the season.
Personal Life
Beyond rugby, Brittany Hogan is a passionate mental health advocate and serves as a “Tackle Your Feelings” Campaign Ambassador in collaboration with Rugby Players Ireland. She is also a qualified Level 1 and 2 coach in rugby and hockey, reflecting her commitment to the development of young athletes.
Hogan’s sporting talent extends beyond rugby. She played hockey for North Down Hockey Club and Down High School, where she was also Head Girl. She captained the Down U14 Ladies Gaelic Football team and played for RGU GAA Club, showcasing her versatile athletic abilities.