England men’s U20 head coach Alan Dickens has named his 32-man Elite Player Squad (EPS) for 2022.
There are a number of names you may recognise as a number of talented youngsters look to follow their father’s footsteps onto the international stage.
However, not necessarily the same country…find out more below.
#1. Iwan Stephens, son of Wales international Colin Stephens
Rugby union runs in the Stephens family, however, with Iwan’s father Colin being a former Welsh international fly-half who famously kicked Llanelli to victory over the then world champions Australia back in 1992. Colin’s playing career eventually took him to Leeds Tykes, with Iwan growing up playing both codes before specialising in rugby league with Leeds Rhinos, prior to his Newcastle Falcons move.