James Allen

Physiotherapist

James hails from Beaumont in Dublin and he joined Leinster on a full-time basis in October 2004, having worked as a locum Physiotherapist during the Matt Williams and Gary Ella eras.

James qualified with a first class honours degree in Physiotherapy in June 2000 and went on to obtain a master's degree in Sports Medicine in 2001, both through Trinity College, Dublin.

He spent the next three years as Physiotherapist to the Dublin Senior Football team as well as working in DBC Ireland, a specialist spinal and sports medicine rehabilitation centre.

In September 2003, James established his own clinic in Old Belvedere RFC. He specialises in exercise and manipulative therapy and is currently responsible for the welfare of the Leinster Senior team. He has also worked with Ireland's Churchill Cup squad.