Across 62 matches, Cooney shows a disciplined, high-volume defensive output — averaging just over three tackles per game with a single-match peak of 16 — pointing to a scrum half who commits fully to the defensive line rather than sheltering behind the forwards. His carrying numbers are modest per game, as expected at nine, but he has proven capable of bursting contributions when the opportunity arises, with 65 metres in a single outing underlining that explosiveness. Seven tries across the dataset add a consistent threat dimension to what is otherwise a controlled, workmanlike profile.
John Cooney is a professional rugby union scrum half registered with the Ulster, the South Africa-based franchise. He forms part of the matchday squad and is tasked with bringing physicality and skill to the matchday squad.
As a scrum half, John 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 John Cooney's match appearances, fixtures, results and the latest Ulster news on Octafield — South Africa's home of rugby.
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