Teaching city’s stars of future

WASPS Academy have announced Henley College Coventry as an official partner.

The partnership will offer a bespoke educational programme for learners hoping to pursue a professional rugby career.

Henley College Coventry is an RFU Accredited College and Wasps Academy.

The programme will give students the chance to combine the highest level of competition with a continued education.

Wasps Academy performance manager Ian Taplin said: “Now that Wasps Academy is embedded in the local area we are delighted to establish links with local colleges.

“This partnership will mirror the provision we provide with The Henley College, Henley-onThames.

“These programmes provide terrific chances for young players, allying comprehensive rugby development with academic achievement is key for any young player reaching their potential on and off the pitch.

“Hopefully this represents another step towards getting local Wasps Academy announce partnership with Henley College Coventry at the Ricoh Arena youngsters representing Wasps at the Ricoh Arena.”

Head of Rugby at Henley College Coventry Pete Glackin added: “Becoming an official college partner with Wasps Academy is an exciting opportunity to further develop rugby union players for the future within the city of Coventry.

“We are delighted to be working with Wasps Academy and look forward to the journey ahead.”

For more information about the partnership visit henley-cov.ac.uk