Ben Brownlee (born 28 September 2002) is an Irish rugby union player who last played as a Centre for Leinster Rugby and Ireland U20. In July 2025 he signed with New Zealand provincial side North Harbour.
Early life Brownlee came through Wanderers FC before attending Blackrock College and UCD to study Business and Law.
Career He joined the Leinster academy ahead of the 2022-23 season. He was selected for his first team league debut in October 2022 in the United Rugby Championship against Scarlets. He was awarded his first league start for Leinster in January 2023 against Cardiff Rugby. In 2025 he was released by Leinster, signing for New Zealand NPC side North Harbour.
International career He was a member of the Ireland U-20 2022 Grand Slam winning team. His performances included a last-minute try against France U20 which helped Ireland to a 17-16 win in February 2022.
Personal life His father Allan played age group rugby with London Irish. His great-uncle Ronnie Dawson was a rugby player and administrator who captained Leinster, Ireland, and the British & Irish Lions.
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