Bio:

Tony Copsey is a former professional rugby union player and Welsh international who enjoyed a distinguished playing career spanning more than 14 years at the highest level of the game.

Representing Wales on 17 occasions, Tony established himself as a highly respected figure within professional rugby. During his career, he played for leading clubs including Saracens and Llanelli Scarlets, as well as earning the honour of representing the prestigious Barbarians.

Following his retirement from playing, Tony transitioned into senior executive leadership within professional rugby, holding a number of high-profile positions. These included Chief Executive Officer of Wasps, Managing Director of Harlequins Rugby Union, and CEO of both London Scottish and London Welsh.

Today, Tony is Director of his own business consultancy, specialising in Executive Leadership, Team and Performance Coaching. He works with organisations across a range of sectors, primarily supporting business transformation and change projects. Drawing on his extensive experience in elite sport, executive leadership and business, Tony helps individuals, teams and organisations develop their leadership capability, strengthen performance and build cultures that deliver sustainable success.

Rugby Honours

Llanelli Scarlets
Whitbread Merit Table Winners – 1988/89
Western Mail Champions – 1990/91
Heineken League Champions – 1992/93
WRU Cup Winners – 1987/88, 1990/91, 1991/92 and 1999/2000
WRU League Champions – 1998/99
WRU Challenge Trophy Winners – 1999

The 1992/93 season was particularly memorable, with Llanelli completing a remarkable treble, winning the Heineken League and WRU Cup, alongside their famous victory over the reigning World Champions, Australia, at Stradey Park. This outstanding achievement earned the club recognition as the “Best Team in Britain.”

Saracens
English Domestic Cup Champions – 1998

Harlequins
European Challenge Cup Winners – 2001
European Challenge Cup Winners – 2004

Wasps
European Heineken Cup Champions – 2007
English Premiership Champions – 2008

Sporting or Endurance Achievements and Notable Charitable Events:

Tony Copsey has a long-standing commitment to supporting charitable causes, particularly those that make a meaningful difference to people's lives through sport, health and the development of young people.

A keen supporter of charity cycling events, Tony has participated in two DoddieAid Cycle Challenges (2024 and 2025), helping raise awareness and funds for the My Name’5 Doddie Foundation and its fight against Motor Neurone Disease (MND).

He has also supported the Welsh Rugby Charitable Trust, which provides vital assistance to former rugby players who have suffered serious, life-changing injuries through the game. In addition, Tony supports Head for Change, a charity dedicated to helping former professional football and rugby players affected by brain injuries through education, support and advocacy.

Beyond sport, Tony has previously served as a trustee of the Richard Langhorn Trust, supporting initiatives aimed at improving opportunities and outcomes for disadvantaged children.

He has also been involved with The Sylvia Adams Charitable Trust, which supports charities and projects focused on transforming the lives of children aged 0–5 years.

Across these activities, Tony's involvement reflects a genuine commitment to giving something back, supporting those facing significant challenges and helping organisations make a lasting difference to individuals, families and communities.

Interests & Hobbies:
Cycling, General Health & Fitness, Drinking & Fighting

Interesting fact or quote:

Tony who weighs 115kg can still ride up hill.