


Louie Hennessey (born 29 March 2004) is a Welsh rugby union player who plays for Bath as a centre.
Early life
Hennessey first played rugby at Llanishen RFC at the age of six years-old, before winning the DC Thomas Cup with Cardiff Schools U11s, and winning the Dewar Shield with the Cardiff Schools U16 side. He attended Hartpury College through a partnership with the Cardiff Academy. While at Hartpury, Hennessey captained their rugby team to a league title, winning all ten fixtures. Louie studied at University of Bath after signing with Bath Rugby.
Club career
Cardiff
Described as a "powerful and skilful centre", as well as "graceful runner with a great turn of pace", Hennessey first signed an academy contract with Cardiff Rugby in 2020.
Bath
In 2022, Hennessey signed with Bath Rugby. Hennessey made his senior debut on 28 September 2022 in the Premiership Rugby Cup. His competitive debut came on 4 November 2023, against Northampton Saints.
He scored his first Rugby Premiership try for Bath away against Leicester Tigers on 31 December 2023.
Hennessey signed a long-term contract with Bath on 13 November 2024. He was named among the Bath replacements for their European Rugby Champions Cup match against Benetton Rugby on 15 December 2024.
On 23 December 2024, Hennessey rejoined Cardiff on a short term loan, to provide injury cover. He made his debut on 1 January 2025, starting at outside centre against the Ospreys, before moving to wing due to injuries in the backline.
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