Rhys Oakley (born 16 September 1980 in Plymouth) is a rugby union footballer who has represented the Wales National Rugby Team, currently playing for Hartpury College R.F.C., who play in the English Championship. His usual position is at number eight . Oakley played in the Premiership for Bristol Shoguns, where he made 19 starts for the club. Following Bristol's relegation from the top-flight in 2003, he joined Newport Gwent Dragons and made 50 appearances for Newport. "I was surprised that he was released by the Dragons but am delighted to have secured his services.