Today we meet a RCL legend, the most white and blue caped player, Denis !

Present yourself

Hi, my name is Denis Logelin, I'm 35 years old. I play loosehead prop but I'm also at ease as tighthead and even second row.

What you do off pitch?

I work for CFL as an engineer in signalling since 2016. We make sure that trains arrive safely at their destination and we plan future expansions of our train stations.

When and why did you join RCL?

I think it was 2014, it's already a while back. I chose RCL because it was the closest club to my home. The simplest decisions can be the best after all.

How would you describe the atmosphere in the group?

The atmosphere is something that is constantly changing. Everyone matters and contributes their part. Since I am a long time member of this club, I've been through seasons where we won everything, seasons where everything was just functioning like a well oiled machine. But there were also times where this was not the case, but with enough support and elbow grease we came to where we are today!

Do you have a funny story or good memory you experienced in the club?

On an away trip to Frankfurt our bus broke down on the French-German border. The other team where helpful enough to send us a backup bus so we could still play the game that day.
We did however need to warm up, so we did that in a field next to road and a small river. The ball eventually landed in the water and someone had to jump in to get it back!

How did your rugby journey start?

When I was studying in Karlsruhe (Germany) in 2011, I wanted to try a new sport and was deciding between American football and Rugby. First I went to the local rugby pitch and joined their training session. I had no clues about the rules but the atmosphere and people were so welcoming and helpful, that I never really made it to the Football session.

Do you have a pre-game routine?

I don't really have one. I just relax and try to keep the nervousness at bay. After all those years it still does not go away but I hope it stays like this. It's a sign I still care about the team and the outcome of the game.

If you could be any Rugby Player, who would you be? Why?

On the top of my head Joe Marler. Combining skills and sillyness is just a gift that keeps on giving.

What’s your best memory about rugby?

The first time we secured our spot in the 1. Bundesliga. I've been there when we went up from division 2, took a royal beating and went straight down again. So proving that we had our place in the first division was just amazing and a sweet reward after a very tough season.

Tell us more about you: Your favorite meal, your favorite song, the place you would go on a trip and the celebrity you would take for a date

I dont really have a favorite meal. I love food in general,... so my favorite meal would be a buffet?
Favorite song is In the End by Linkin Park.
Favorite place would be anywhere with good weather and food, so not Great Britain ;)
Jennifer Lawrence!

What is your hidden talent?

I am quick at math. It may not be correct, but I can be quick.

How do you see the future at RCL?

It's going to be a positive one. There are always new faces turning up at training and the players coming up from the U18 bring a fresh new wind to the gameplay. We have a coach that is putting a lot of work into the training sessions and keeping our standards of rugby on a high level.

What would be your advice for a future RCL player?

Always ask questions, because there are no stupid ones. People will gladly explain something several times, rather than see an action fail because of a misunderstanding.
Do some extras on top of the training sessions. It's always good to have more cardio and strength than your opposite number and it makes the game safer (at least for you!).

Thank you Denis for the time and answers :).
Come support him on February 21st vs OXBRIDGE RFC!

Let's Go RCL!