Career
A prop forward, he has represented Wales at Under 19 and Under 20 levels. Palmer previously played for Cardiff Reconstruction Finance Corporation, Pontypridd Reconstruction Finance Corporation, and the Cardiff Blues Under-20 regional team Palmer subsequently joined Newport Gwent Dragons and made his debut in the 2007-2008 season.
He was released by Newport Gwent Dragons at the end of the 2010-2011 season, and rejoined Pontypridd.