Marvin Orie is a South African rugby union athlete.

He currently plays for theSpringboksand the Stormers as a lock.

This article looks at the athlete’s life and stable rise in pro-rugby.

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Marvin Orie is a South African rugby union player. Photo: @Gallo ImagesSource: Getty Images

He is 28 years old in 2021.

MarieOrie’s parentshave always been proud of his achievements.

Therugby union playerattended Tygerberg High School.

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He later joined the University of Witwatersrand to study psychology.

How tall is Marvin?

Thepro athletehas a well-built body and perfectphysiquedue to his profession that keeps him fit.

Marvin Orie’s parents

Marvin Orie’s parents (pictured). Photo: @marvin5orieSource: Instagram

He stands at 6 feet 6 inches (1.98 m) tall and weighs 240 lbs.

He then moved north and signed with the Blue Bulls for the 2011 season.

Orie was part of the club’s squad that won the 2012 Junior Championships.

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Marvin also played amateur rugby while studying at the University of Pretoria.

He made the university’s UP Tuks' team that won the 2013 Varsity Cup.

He also made the Golden Lions squad that played in the Currie Cup from 2017 to 2021.

Marvin Orie’s marriage

The pro athlete tied the knot in February 2021. Photo: @InTouchSportsSource: Facebook

He is also part of the Springbok’s squad playing in the 2021Rugby Championship.

The annual international tournament is contested by South Africa, New Zealand, Argentina, and Australia.

The Springboks were unable to compete in the 2020 tournament due toCovid-19restrictions.

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He attracted the attention of the English club while playing for Welsh club Ospreys on loan in 2019.

The Springbok turned down the offer.

He earns his income from being a successfulrugby union player.

South Africa rugby squad in 2021

The Springbok lock joined the Stormers in February 2021. Photo: @Marco LongariSource: Getty Images

Marvin Orie’s rise to becoming aninternational rugbystar is a great inspiration to upcoming rugby athletes.

Recognized for her exceptional talent, she clinched the Writer of the Year Award.

Beyond her professional endeavours, Alice is an engaged member of the Rotaract Club of Kabete.

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For inquiries, reach out to her at alicenjoro01@gmail.com

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