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James McCormick

Position
Hooker
James McCormick is a professional hooker for the Ulster, throwing into the lineout and packing down at hooker. Track James's fixtures, results, team news and match appearances across the URC and Currie Cup on Octafield.

Octafield Performance Index

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48.1
Index
70thof 163 front-row forwards
305th in the United Rugby Championship · top 43% at front-row forwards
Attack
58
Defence
46
Impact
12
Form ranking within the United Rugby Championship — per-80-minute output vs other front-row forwards in that competition, not a career index. James has 6 matches on record there.
Scouting Report
Analyst's Take
Reliable defensive cover off the bench

McCormick's numbers across seven URC appearances paint a clear picture of a high-impact replacement whose primary contribution is defensive, averaging over three tackles per outing from limited minutes. His tackle volume stands out most — a peak of 11 in a single game signals the ability to step in and immediately stabilise a defensive line under pressure. Carrying is a secondary output in his current role, though his best games show he can contribute with ball in hand when given the opportunity.

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Match History
About James McCormick

James McCormick is a professional rugby union hooker registered with the Ulster, the South Africa-based franchise. He forms part of the matchday squad and is tasked with throwing into the lineout and packing down at hooker.

As a hooker, James features for the Ulster across the United Rugby Championship, the Currie Cup and European club competition, with home fixtures played at South Africa in South Africa.

Follow James McCormick's match appearances, fixtures, results and the latest Ulster news on Octafield — South Africa's home of rugby.

Frequently Asked
What position does James McCormick play?
James McCormick plays hooker for the Ulster.
Which team does James McCormick play for?
James McCormick plays for the Ulster, the South Africa-based side competing in the United Rugby Championship and Currie Cup.
Where do the Ulster play their home games?
The Ulster are based in South Africa, South Africa.
Where can I follow James McCormick's fixtures and stats?
Follow James McCormick's fixtures, results, match appearances and Ulster news on Octafield — South Africa's home of rugby.
Teammates
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Ulster — Form
Nextvs Edinburgh25 SeptNext@ Glasgow Warriors03 Oct22 May@ Montpellier26–5915 Mayvs Glasgow Warriors22–2608 Mayvs Stormers38–38
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