Exeter College product Honey Kerslake signs to Chiefs Women

Exeter Chiefs Women have signed young back-rower Honey Kerslake for the 2026/27 season.

Having just left Exeter College after completing her A-levels in English literature, PE and 3D design, Kerslake will join the club for pre-season this summer.

She began playing rugby at 10 years old at Ilfracombe RFC before moving to Crediton to join the U15s.

Daughter of All Blacks legend Jerry Collins, Kerslake is a physical player who has already gained recognition with international honours as England U18s co-captain but also playing above her age-grade for England U21s.

Kerslake was also part of the Exeter College team that won the ACE Girls League championship at Twickenham last year.

Exeter Chiefs Women’s assistant coach Oli Bishop said: “Honey is clearly an exceptional player who had benefited from our pathway system at Exeter College. She was also part of our U23s squad and she has already trained with us this season, so we have been keeping a close eye on her.

“The England age-group teams have clearly seen her potential too. Honey was the only player to be called up from the U18s to the U21s this year, which is significant at this age. We look forward to watching her develop in the Exeter Chiefs environment and supporting her first steps as a professional rugby player.”

The 18-year-old said: “I’m excited and grateful to start this new chapter with Chiefs to challenge myself and grow as a player.”