Benjamin Lewitt
Background:
I'm currently combining my time between SW London and Royal Leamington Spa. I'm now owner of a sports management agency called Green Room Sports. We are lucky enough to represent many of the best current English Rugby union stars.
While at university I combined my studies with becoming a professional rugby player with Leicester Tigers. I continued playing professionally for over 11 years playing for Northampton & England 7's, retiring from the sport at 31. Once I retired from playing sport I joined forces with my then agent to start Green Room Sports Management, which we run together to this day. To add to that I have a hair transplant company based in central London which is becoming rather popular.
Age:
I'm 34....no no I'm 38, a constant battle of mine to tell the truth on that one. ;-)
When were you at Princethorpe?
I attended Princethorpe between the years 1990-1995.
What was the school like in your day?
The school initially seemed a rather daunting place, however within no time it was clear what a friendly school it was. The teachers and senior pupils were always on hand to encourage us to learn and express ourselves.
How did Princethorpe affect the person you are today?
Princethorpe in many ways opened up my eyes to the wider world. Coming from a small village school, I didn't know too many people from outside of Warwickshire before arriving at senior school. Attending Princethorpe allowed me to meet and experience many different cultures from all over the world.
What advice would you give your teenage self?
I'd encourage my teenage self to listen, ask questions, get involved, understand, listen again and ask even more questions.
Who or what has been the biggest influence in your life?
Without a doubt my Mother and Father. They've the best work ethic I know, even to this day.
What keeps you awake at night?
I'm not sure anything does? I've never struggled to sleep at night. Staying fit and never napping in the day probably helps.
What has been your proudest moment/greatest achievement so far?
It would be the birth of my son Oscar, I'd have loved him to have watched me play Rugby. In Rugby, I'd say playing some big games at Twickenham.
What’s your biggest indulgence?
It would be holidays....work hard, play hard.
If you had to have one last meal, what would it be?
I love all food, but Lebanese or Turkish food is my fave at the minute....that or ice cold milk and a Coco Pops/Frosties mix!
What is your favourite TV Show and why?
I genuinely don't watch TV other than live rugby games on my phone. That said, talking of box sets, the only one I've managed to watch all the way through would be Entourage.
If you could be anywhere right now, where would you go and who would be with you?
I think it would be skiing with my son Oscar and my mother, somewhere high up in the Alps with the sun shining.
Lasting memories of Princethorpe:
There are so many memories, but it would have to be the sports teams and the fun we all had under the tutorage of Mr Price.
Are you in touch with any other Old Princethorpians, if so whom?
Not as many as I'd like, moving around and being busy we drifted apart. I'm very good friends with two ex pupils who happened to meet at Princethorpe in the Sixth Form and are now married with two children, Edward & Melanie Simkiss. I also still catch up with my close friend at school Adam Watts who also happens to be my solicitor.
Is there anyone you would like to track down?
No one in particular, although I'd very much love to see all the guys from my year again at an alumni get together if one could be planned?
