Reading Hockey Club is thrilled to announce the signing of Scarlett Spavin, who joins the Women's 1st XI for the 2026/27 season following the completion of her studies at Durham University.

Spavin arrives at Sonning Lane with an outstanding pedigree at both club and international level. The midfielder was captain of the Durham University Women's 1s side that achieved promotion to the Women's Premier Division for the first time in the club's history.

At international level, Scarlett has represented England Women's U21, featuring at the 4 Nations Tournament in Germany and going on to be part of the England squad that topped their group at the U21 World Cup, with victories over New Zealand and the United States.

Chairman Tim Hunt said: "Scarlett is a real coup for Reading. Captaining a Durham side to a historic Premier Division promotion, and doing so with the quality she showed throughout that campaign, tells you everything about her character and her ability. We're delighted to welcome her to the club."

Walid Abdo added: "Scarlett brings exactly the kind of leadership and winning mentality we want in our squad. Her experience at England U21 level and what she achieved as captain at Durham makes her a hugely exciting addition to our Women's 1st XI. We can't wait to get her on the pitch at Sonning Lane."

The whole club looks forward to welcoming Scarlett ahead of pre-season this summer.