Harlequins will be looking to bounce back from their narrow defeat to Trailfinders Women last Sunday, as they target a result at home against London rivals Saracens on Saturday.
The pack sees the addition of Lizzie Hanlon at tighthead who will be looking to impress on debut, joining Jessie Spurrier and Maja Meuller in the front-row.
Following a powerful performance last week against Trailfinders, Nicole Wythe, Izzy Hannay and Harriet Millar-Mills retain their places in the back-row.
After making her debut last week, Sarah Parry moves into the Starting XV at outside centre, partnering Captain Lagi Tuima in the midfield.
Having represented Team GB at the Paris Olympics last month, Lauren Torley and Grace Crompton return to club colours and will line up alongside Katie Shillaker in the back three. Crompton will make her Quins debut on the right wing,
One final Quin is set to make her debut off the bench, as Kirsty Hillier is named amongst the Impact Players.
Harlequins Head Coach Ross Chisholm said “We were disappointed to not come away with the win last weekend. We felt like we had lots of positive moments, but the margins are so small and when we made errors Trailfinders capitalised. It’s important we keep striving to get better.
“Players making their debuts is always a proud moment, and we’re excited to have another three debutants in action this weekend.
“Saracens bring a new challenge this weekend, but our attitude remains the same and we’re excited to run out at The Stoop for the first time this season.”
Harlequins Starting XV
1. Jessie Spurrier
2. Maja Meuller
3. Lizzie Hanlon
4. Tyla Shirley
5. Lauren Brooks
6. Nicole Wythe
7. Izzy Hannay
8. Harriet Millar-Mills (vc)
9. Freya Aucken
10. Ella Cromack
11. Katie Shillaker
12. Lagi Tuima ©
13. Sarah Parry
14. Grace Crompton
15. Lauren Torley
Impact Players
16. Nicola Haynes
17. Sheree Cooper
18. Hannah Duffy
19. Lucy Heryet
20. Maddy Page
21. Tess Braunerova
22. Orla Proctor
23. Kirsty Hillier
With thanks to Harlequins
