Researching Tom Cruse
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![]() | Did you know that in the 1881 UK census there were 867 people with the Cruse surname? In that year Cruse was ranked number 2717 for popularity in the UK. |
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The name Tom means "Form of THOMAS. a twin" and is of Greek origin.
Records of Tom Cruse on Ancestry
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Birth, Death and Marriage Records for Tom Cruse and the Cruse Genealogy
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![]() | Did you know that there are currently 1132 people with the Cruse surname in the UK? Cruse is now ranked number 2987 for popularity in the UK. |
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Some Famous People called Tom Cruse
Tom Cruse (rugby union)
Tom Cruse (born 30 March 1989) is an English rugby union player for Wasps in the Premiership Rugby. His preferred position is hooker.
Cruse began his senior playing career at Stockport RUFC where his talent was apparent, earning him a place at the Sale Sharks academy. After a season with Sale, he signed his first professional contract with Rotherham Titans in the RFU Championship from the 2013-14 season.
Cruse was the stand-out hooker in the RFU Championship in the 2015 season while playing for Rotherham Titans, before signing with London Irish for the 2015/16 season.
In early March 2016, Cruse announced his move to Wasps for that season. Since then, Cruse has earned a reputation as one of the most mobile front row forwards in the Premiership. He signed a contract extension ahead of the 2021–22 season.
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