Former England international Mike Brown becomes Sporting Director at Esher
Former England and Harlequins full-back Mike Brown has expressed his excitement after being confirmed as the new Sporting Director of National Two East side Esher.
National 2, the fourth tier of English rugby, is split into three opposing leagues – National Two North, National Two East and National Two West - with the standard of each exceptionally high. Many of the top clubs could easily compete in National 1. The budgets and crowds are not as large, but the spectacle for fans is excellent.
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Former England and Harlequins full-back Mike Brown has expressed his excitement after being confirmed as the new Sporting Director of National Two East side Esher.
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