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Exclusive Harlequins interviews, insight and weekly press conferences – all in one place.

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    Jason Gilmore press conference | Bath v Harlequins

    Jason Gilmore sat down with members of the media to preview Saturday's Round 13 match-up with Bath Rugby at the Recreation Ground (18 April, KO 17:30).The Head Coach covered several topics including:Tribute to the retiring Joe LaunchburySquad fitness updateChallenge of travelling to the RecImportance of collecting try bonus-pointsEmergence of young talents in the squadChasing Investec Champions Cup rugby

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    Nick David press conference | Bath v Harlequins

    Nick David was on midweek media duties to look ahead to Saturday's Gallagher PREM contest at the Recreation Ground as Quins take on Bath (18th April, KO 17:30).The backfield operator covered:Reflections on five years at HarlequinsStriving for consistencyEmbracing adversityFinding try-scoring formSquad ambitions for the rest of the season

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    Stu Townsend press conference | Harlequins v Sale Sharks

    Scrum half Stu Townsend met with members of the media to preview Saturday's european knockout tie against Sale Sharks.Topics included: Gritty performance against BristolClean slate in Europe Relishing the occasionPrestigious competition What it means to win the Champions Cup

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    Jason Gilmore press conference | Harlequins v Sale Sharks

    Head Coach Jason Gilmore sat down with the media to cover a range of topics ahead of Saturday's Investec Champions Cup Round of 16 tie against Sale Sharks. The discussion included: Prospect of new signing Sampie SwiegersAll to play for in Europe Fight on display against Bristol BearsBacking up performancesPhysical test versus Sale Sharks

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    Chris Laidlaw press conference | Bristol Bears vs Harlequins Women

    Harlequins Women's Defence Coach Chris Laidlaw spoke to the media ahead of Saturday's PWR Round 16 fixture against Bristol Bears.He discussed a range of topics including:Reflections on the performance against TrailfindersWhat his side have worked on this weekThe impact the Black Fern Internationals have had on the PWR

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    Freya Aucken press conference | Bristol Bears vs Harlequins Women

    Harlequins Women's wing Freya Aucken spoke to the media ahead of Saturday's PWR Round 16 fixture against Bristol Bears.She discussed a range of topics including:Reflections on playing TrailfindersExcitement in playing in Cardiff for the first timeThe mindset of the squad going into the fixture

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    Cadan Murley press conference | Bristol Bears v Harlequins

    Cadan Murley sat down with the press ahead of Saturday's Gallagher PREM fixture with Bristol Bears.The Club's vice-captain covered:Excitement of working with Robbie DeansBuilding under Head Coach Jason Gilmore Raising standardsProspect of playing at the PrincipalityHonour of representing England

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    Jason Gilmore press conference | Bristol Bears v Harlequins

    Jason Gilmore met the media for the first time since being appointed Harlequins Head Coach on a permanent basis as he previewed Saturday’s Gallagher PREM clash versus Bristol Bears.The Head Coach covered:Ambitions for his tenureAppointments and future impact of Robbie Deans and Rob HunterWhat he wants to implement moving forwardDesire to shift the mindset within the ClubEarning the right to play the Quins way

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    Sarah Parry press conference | Trailfinders Women (H)

    Harlequins Women's Centre Sarah Parry spoke to the media ahead of Friday's PWR Round 15 fixture against Trailfinders Women.She discussed a range of topics including:Her assessment of Harlequins' recent form.Her international ambitions.What she remembers from last time Quins played Trailfinders.The importance of playing the Quins way.

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    Ross Chisholm press conference | Trailfinders Women (H)

    Harlequins Women's Head Coach Ross Chisholm spoke to the media ahead of Friday's PWR Round 15 fixture against Trailfinders Women.He discussed a range of topics including:The key focuses in the group this weekThe impact Pat Metcalfe-Jones has made as Head of Women's RugbyGetting back to the Quins DNAThe work of his half-backs in the last few weeks

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    Guido Petti press conference | Harlequins v Gloucester

    Guido Petti Pagadizábal sat down with the press to preview Saturday's Gallagher PREM contest as Harlequins welcome Gloucester to The Stoop (21 March, KO 15:00).The second row covered a range of topics including:Feeling rested and recoveredProgress through PREM Cup periodImportance of executing the basicsExperiencing the Cornish coastStriving for consistencyAdapting to the Gallagher PREMHonour of representing Los Pumas

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    Jason Gilmore press conference | Harlequins v Gloucester

    Jason Gilmore sat down with members of the media to preview the return of Gallagher PREM rugby as Harlequins take on Gloucester on Saturday (21 March, KO 15:00).The Senior Coach discussed the following:Objectives for the rest of the seasonChallenge of facing GloucesterRun of exciting fixturesImprovements made through PREM Cup blockBalancing the return of international playersStrengthening squad connection in Cornwall

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    State of Play 2026

    Listen back in full to Harlequins' annual State of Play event hosted The Stoop as the key members of the senior leadership team, coaches and players connected with supporters to update on several key areas from across the Club.A financial and commercial review and thorough reflection of the Men's and Women's Performance programmes were covered, as well as a deep dive into the investment the Quarters are making into their player pathways and stars of tomorrow.Host Joe Byrnes welcomed the following guests to the stage throughout the evening:Chief Executive, Laurie DalrympleMen’s Lead Transition Coach, Matt FergusonHead of Women’s Rugby, Pat Metcalfe-JonesWomen's Head Coach, Ross ChisholmMen’s Club Captain, Alex DombrandtJack WalkerAoife Wafer 

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    Lizzie Hanlon press conference | Loughborough Lightning vs Harlequins Women

    Harlequins Women's prop Lizzie Hanlon spoke to the media ahead of Friday's PWR Round 14 fixture against Loughborough LightningShe discussed a range of topics including:Reflections on the performance against SaracensThe threat posed by Loughborough on Friday nightThe race for the top four

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    Pat Metcalfe-Jones press conference | Loughborough Lightning vs Harlequins Women

    Harlequins Women's Head of Women's Rugby Pat Metcalfe-Jones spoke to the media ahead of Friday's PWR Round 14 fixture against Loughborough LightningShe discussed a range of topics including:Her background in the sportHow she has found her role so farThe development of Pathway Players into the Senior Women's environment

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    Aoife Wafer press conference | Harlequins Women vs Saracens Women

    Harlequins Women's back-row Aoife Wafer spoke to the media ahead of Saturday's PWR Round 13 fixture against Saracens Women.She discussed a range of topics including:Friendships she's built up within the squadBecoming hard to beat as a sideHow the group has grown and developed throughout the seasonAdapting to playing in the PWRWhat playing for Ireland means for her

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    Ross Chisholm press conference | Harlequins Women vs Saracens Women

    Harlequins Women's Head Coach Ross Chisholm spoke to the media ahead of Saturday's PWR Round 13 fixture against Saracens Women.He discussed a range of topics including:The growth of leadership within the squadManaging the conditions throughout the start of 2026Dealing with how tight the league table is as players and staffHow to motivate the group after a rest week

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    Ross Chisholm press conference | Sale Sharks vs Harlequins Women

    Harlequins Women's Head Coach Ross Chisholm spoke to the media ahead of Saturday's PWR Round 12 fixture against Sale Sharks.He discussed a range of topics including:Reflections on last weekend's performanceHis respect for what Sale and their coaching staff have achieved this seasonThe challenge of playing on grass and 4G pitchesThe mindset of the players and coaches moving from game-to-game.

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    Lauren Torley press conference | Sale Sharks vs Harlequins Women

    Harlequins Women's wing Lauren Torley spoke to the media ahead of Saturday's PWR Round 12 fixture against Sale Sharks.She discussed a range of topics including:The threat posed by Sale SharksHow players adjust to playing on different surfacesHow she relaxes after a matchWhat the side can improve upon from last weekend's defeat to Gloucester-HartpuryHer love of reading

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    Chris Laidlaw press conference | Gloucester-Hartpury vs Harlequins Women

    Harlequins Women's Defence Coach Chris Laidlaw spoke to the media ahead of Saturday's PWR Round 11 fixture against Gloucester-HartpuryHe discussed a range of topics including:Jade Konkel's announcement of her retirement from rugby.Reflections on the performance against Exeter.The challenge of facing Gloucester-HartpuryThe confidence his side have taken from the performances of his back-row unit.

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    Jade Konkel press conference | Gloucester-Hartpury vs Harlequins Women

    Harlequins Women's Captain Jade Konkel spoke to the media ahead of Saturday's PWR Round 11 fixture against Gloucester-Hartpury.She discussed a range of topics including:Her decision to retire from rugby at the end of the season.The challenge of playing Gloucester-Hartpury on Saturday.The support and well-wishes she has received since the news broke.What Harlequins has meant to her as a Club.What's next for her after she hangs up her boots.

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    Ella Cromack press conference | Harlequins Women vs Exeter Chiefs Women

    Harlequins Women's fly-half Ella Cromack spoke to the media ahead of Sunday's PWR Round 10 fixture against Exeter Chiefs Women.She discussed a range of topics including:Playing in a youthful Harlequins Women's backlineHow it feels as a player to be involved in tight matchesBeing back at The Stoop on SundayPlaying outside Lucy Packer in the side

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    Damian Welch press conference | Harlequins Women vs Exeter Chiefs Women

    Harlequins Women's Forwards Coach Damian Welch spoke to the media ahead of Sunday's PWR Round 10 fixture against Exeter Chiefs.He covered a range of topics including:Reflections on victory over TrailfindersThe performance of Alex Callender and Aoife WaferLucy Packer's importance to the side at scrum-halfBecoming a team that are hard to beat

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    Fi McIntosh press conference | Trailfinders Women vs Harlequins Women

    Fi McIntosh met with the media ahead of Friday's PWR fixture versus Trailfinders Women.The Scottish international second-row discussed several topics including:Her aspirations for the rest of the season.Her job outside of rugby.Her desire to reclaim a spot in the Scottish national team.Rediscovering her love of the game.The top four battle in the second-half of the season.

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    Ross Chisholm press conference | Trailfinders Women vs Harlequins Women

    Ross Chisholm met with the media ahead of Friday's PWR fixture versus Trailfinders Women.The Women's Head Coach discussed several topics including:Sarah Parry and Nicole Wythe's inclusion in the Red Roses January training squad.Reflections on the first half of the season.The excitement of getting back underway after a six week break.Dealing with the large break between fixtures.An injury update on the squad.How to manage playing Friday evening fixtures.

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    Bryn Bradley press conference | Harlequins v Leicester Tigers

    Bryn Bradley met with the media ahead of Saturday's Gallagher PREM tie against Leicester Tigers at The Stoop.The centre covered a range of topics including:Gaining confidence at first team levelEuropean motivationsConsistency in performanceLearning from the squadInternational aspirations

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    Jason Gilmore press conference | Harlequins v Leicester Tigers

    Jason Gilmore sat down with the media ahead of Saturday's Gallagher PREM fixture versus Leicester Tigers. The Senior Coach covered several topics including:Confidence gained in EuropePraise for leadershipThe Harlequins' faithful and a sold-out StoopFinishing strongDevelopment opportunities in upcoming PREM Cup

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    Jason Gilmore press conference | La Rochelle v Harlequins

    Jason Gilmore met the media this week to preview Sunday's Investec Champions Cup clash against La Rochelle.The Senior Coach covered several topics including:Getting back to basics and the players expressing themselvesPhysical and mental test versus La RochelleImportance of acting on wordsMaking new european memoriesSquad update

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    Tyrone Green press conference | La Rochelle v Harlequins

    Tyrone Green sits down with members of the media to preview Sunday's Investec Champions Cup Pool C finale as Harlequins take on La Rochelle:The full-back covered a range of topics including:Returning to fitnessBacking up an improved performance against StormersPlaying with confidenceFeeding off the energy of the French crowdPhysical challenge of La Rochelle

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    Jack Kenningham press conference | Harlequins v DHL Stormers

    Jack Kenningham sat down with members of the media to preview Harlequins' return to the Investec Champions Cup against DHL Stormer.The back rower discussed a variety of topics including:Immediate and long-term changesHow the squad are pulling togetherReturning to our defensive principles Cutting out individual errorsWhat it means to represent the ClubOpportunity to build momentum in Europe

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    Jason Gilmore press conference | Harlequins v DHL Stormers

    Senior Coach Jason Gilmore previewed the return of the Investec Champions Cup as Harlequins take on the DHL Stormers on Sunday.Gilmore met members of the media to discuss a range of topics including:Reflections on recent formHow the squad can turn momentum aroundUnlocking the Quins DNAImportance of heart and desire in defenceStormers’ form and threatPerforming for the supporters at The Stoop

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    Alex Dombrandt press conference | Northampton Saints v Harlequins

    Alex Dombrandt sat down with members of the press to look ahead to Saturday’s Gallagher PREM fixture versus Northampton Saints.The Harlequins captains discussed a variety of topics including:Returning to fitnessUnforgiving Gallagher PREMManaging honest conversations Rekindling the squad’s attacking flair Leaders coming to the fore

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    Jason Gilmore press conference | Northampton Saints v Harlequins

    Jason Gilmore met the media this week to preview Saturday’s Gallagher PREM fixture versus Northampton Saints (03.01.26)The Senior Coach covered a range of topics including: Reflections on Boxing Day defeatInstalling confidence within the groupHonest conversations and home truthsRediscovering our attacking identityRolling up our sleeves to fight in the PREM

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