Reading stars of the future, currently progressing through the youth ranks, will be paraded around the pitch on the next three home matchdays.

The Academy, a jewel in the club's crown, is celebrating its 25th anniversary this year and have a whole host of graduates playing regularly in the first-team this campaign.

Looking to introduce some future hopefuls to the Royals faithful, the Under-7s, Under-8s and Under-9s will be on the SCL Stadium pitch on Saturday as Wycombe Wanderers visit Berkshire.

The Under 7s group will be on flag bearer duty ahead of kick-off.

At half time each player and coach will be invited pitchside to take part in a lap of honour, including the Pro Academy Series Tournament Trophy that the Under-9s won this season.

The Under-13s, Under-14s and Under-15s will do similar on Saturday, March 26 when Cambridge United visit.

Finally, when the Royals face Lincoln City on Saturday, April 6, the Under-10s, Under-11s and Under-12s will be present.