Thomas P. Ryder (born 21 February 1985 in Nottingham, England) is a former rugby union player who played at lock, latterly for Yorkshire Carnegie in the RFU Championship.\n', '

Ryder was born in Nottingham, England on 21 February 1985 and educated at Southwell Minster School and Uppingham School. He began playing rugby at the age of seven at Newark R.U.F.C. before joining Leicester Tigers Academy system at the age of 16, having captained England\'s under-16 side.\n', '

Ryder made three appearances in the Zurich Premiership for Leicester Tigers. During his time with the club, Ryder captained England at Under 19 level. Ryder left the Tigers to join Saracens in the summer of 2005.\n', '

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