England Saxons skipper Will Skinner has been appointed captain of Harlequins next season.
Richards gives key role to Saxons skipper
Harlequins have appointed England Saxons skipper Will Skinner as their new captain for next season.
The 24-year-old led Quins in a number of games last term, a campaign that ended with the London club securing Heineken Cup qualification.
Skinner said: "I am really honoured to have been given the position of captain.
"It is one of my proudest achievements, and a sign of the belief that Dean Richards (rugby director) and the coaching staff have in me.
"There is so much potential in such a young squad, along with a huge amount of ambition, and I am looking forward to next season."
Richards added: "Will is an intelligent, passionate and talented player.
"He is a captain who leads by example and is hugely respected by all players and staff. He has already proven himself as a player and captain, both at club and international level."
Skinner, who played for England in last Sunday's non-cap game against the Barbarians at Twickenham, will leads the Saxons into Saturday's Barclays Churchill Cup opener against the USA in Ottawa.
