Six talented Harlequins will link up with the senior men’s squad this summer, Josh Bellamy (fly-half), Conor Byrne (fullback), Tom Humphreys (wing), Sean Kerr (centre), Franklin McMillan (centre) and Lucas Schmid (back-row).
Head of Academy Chim Gale said: “We’re delighted to welcome the next generation of Harlequins into our Academy and senior training environment. All six players are excellent young athletes, who are hugely talented and have been standout performers for their schools, clubs, and International teams.
“We have seen an outstanding trend of Quins Academy graduates take their opportunities with both hands over the last few seasons, with the likes of Marcus Smith, Cadan Murley, Jack Kenningham and Louis Lynagh establishing themselves as regular performers in the Gallagher Premiership. I have no doubt these homegrown success stories will serve as huge inspiration to our latest group of Academy players, and we’re excited to watch how they develop and grow over the next 12 months.
“Finally, we must mention the huge contribution and support these players have had from their families, schools and clubs on their rugby journey to date. The six players would not be in this exciting position without their excellent guidance and support.”
2023/24 Academy Intake:
Josh Bellamy
Position: Fly-half
School: Trinity School
Club: Rosslyn Park
Honours: England U19
Conor Byrne
Position: Fullback
School: Trinity School
Club: Wimbledon
Honours: England U18
Tom Humphreys
Position: Wing
School: RGS Guildford
Club: Farnham
Honours: England U19
Sean Kerr
Position: Centre
School: Whitgift School
Club: Sutton & Epsom
Honours: England U19
Franklin McMillan
Position: Centre
School: BHASVIC
Club: Haywards Heath
Honours: England U18
Lucas Schmid
Position: Back-row
School: Epsom College
Club: Effingham & Leatherhead
Honours: England U18