Professionals

Gregory Alldritt
An athletic, powerful and exciting number 8 by trade, Gregory Alldritt arrived at La Rochelle in 2017 and quickly established himself as a firm favourite with the fans. Gregory made his France debut in 2019 Alldritt scored 2 famous tries in the 2019 Guinness Six Nations against Scotland.

Gabin Villiere
Gabin is a winger for France and RC Toulon. Famous for his fast feet and electric speed, Gabin made his debut for France in the 2020 Guinness 6 Nations and has represented the French national team in both 15s and 7s rugby.
Clément Maynadier
French international Clerment Maynadier has had a striking rugby career so far. Signing for Bordeaux Begles in 2013, he has since taken part in the 2016 Argentina tour making his debut for France. In 2017, Clermont also made his Six Nations debut against England.

Armand Batlle
Armand Batlle is new to Team Gilbert. A winger by trade, Armand currently plays for Castres Olympique in the Top 14, where he has played over 50 times so far.

Phil Burgess
Phil Burgess stands out for his impressive pace gaining him numerous tries since he was called up to the England Sevens Squad in 2013 after playing for Cornish Pirates. Now very much sevens rugby specialist, Phil represented Team GB at the Rio Olympics in 2016, helping the team to secure a silver medal. Phil was also part of the Team England squad winning bronze in the Commonwealth Games in 2018.

Fabrice Metz
Fabrice is a French professional rugby union player, currently playing for Section Paloise in the Top 14. Fabrice plays lock and has also played for Oyonnax and has 1 international cap with France.

Amber Reed
Amber Reed has made herself an indispensable member of the Red Roses squad aiding England to world cup and six nations grand slam victory. With her astonishing kicking accuracy as a fly half, Amber is a key member of both the Bristol Bears Women and England women setup.

Aaron Shingler
6ft 6 Scarlets back row Aaron Shingler is known across both the Guinness Pro 14 and international rugby for his destructive power. Aaron Shingler was awarded man of the match in the 2017 Pro12 final and tore up the field in an incredible 2018 Six Nations. Currently coming off the back of a nasty knee injury, Shingler is training with the Wales squad ahead of the 2019 Rugby World Cup.

James Rodwell
James is the world's most capped sevens player, making the most sevens tournament appearances of all time. James helped gain the silver medal in the 2016 Olympics and along with the bronze in the Commonwealth Games in 2018. James announced his retirement from playing in 2019 but has since taken over as Head Coach of the England 7s team.

Charlie Hayter
Charlie made his England 7s debut in 2014. Known for his speed and top try scoring abilities, Charlie was previously a 15s player for London Scottish, Worcester and Wasps, but quickly picked up the sevens game and never looked back. Charlie announced his playing retirement in 2019 but has since taken over as Head Coach of the England Womens 7s team.

Mike Ellery
Mike firstly competed in the 2014 Commonwealth Games helping England win the plate competition. Moving to Saracens he came up through the Anglo-Welsh Cup, Premiership Rugby and European Champions Cup before moving back to sevens in 2018.