DYLAN Hartley and Richard Blaze, two members of Worcester Rugby Club's academy squad, have retained their places in the England Under 19 party for the international against France at the Stade d'Honneur Marcel Roustant in Salon de Provence tomorrow.

Hartley, a prop, came on as a replacement in the 37-13 victory over Scotland at Fylde two weeks ago, while second row Blaze was capped by England at 18-Group clubs level last season but has yet to play for the Under 19s.

Both Hartley and Blaze will also accompany the Rugby World Cup trophy on its North Midlands leg of the 'Sweet Chariot' tour next week.