Four Harlequins Academy players link up with senior squad

Harlequins are pleased to confirm the first-year Academy players joining the Club ahead of the 2024/25 season.

Jamie Miller (prop), Jimmy Staples (hooker), Ollie Streeter (prop) and Lucas Friday (scrum-half).

Head of Academy Chim Gale commented: “We’re excited to welcome these four players into our Harlequins Academy next season. They are outstanding young athletes, who have exciting talents and have been standout performers for their schools, clubs, and England U18.

“We have seen an excellent group of Academy graduates take their opportunities this season with the likes of Fin Baxter, George Hammond, Oscar Beard, Sam Riley and Will Trenholm. I have no doubt these homegrown success stories will inspire the next group of Academy players, and we’re excited to watch their impact and development over the next 12 months.

“I must also mention the significant contribution and support these four players have had from their family, school, and community club throughout their rugby career to date. The players would not have this exciting opportunity without their guidance and support.”

Jamie Miller

Position: Loosehead Prop

School: Whitgift School

Club: Battersea Ironsides Rugby Club

Honours: England U18

Jimmy Staples

Position: Hooker

School: Seaford College

Club: Worthing RFC

Honours: England U18

Ollie Streeter

Position: Tighthead Prop

School: Gordon’s School

Club: Haywards Heath RFC

Honours: England U18

Lucas Friday

Position: Scrum-Half

School: Trinity School

Club: Bromley RFC

Honours: England U18