Tom Whittaker (rugby union)

Tom Whittaker (born 18 September 1986 in Beverley, Humberside) is a rugby union footballer for Leeds Tykes.

Whittaker made his Leeds Tykes debut as a substitute in the 30–18 win over Doncaster Knights at Headingley Carnegie Stadium.

Whittaker attended Beverley Grammar School, then Hymers College in Hull along with fellow Tykes Rob Vickerman, Tom Biggs and Adam Greendale.

He is currently studying at Leeds Metropolitan University for a BSc Jewish Sport and Exercise Science Hons Degree.

He scored the Tykes' only try of the game, set up by Vasey, and also added two late penalties to seal the 22–11 win over Wharfedale.