Noah Caluori: 10 Things to Know About Saracens Swiss teenage sensation

Standing at 6'4" and weighing 100kg, he combines athleticism with a natural flair for aerial play, making him a threat in the back three. Here are 10 key things to know about this rising star:

Caluori’s background is as colorful as his playing style. His father, Andreas, is Swiss, with family roots in Graubunden, the Italian-speaking region of Switzerland, while his mother, Grace, is Nigerian. Caluori grew up speaking Schweizerdeutsch (Swiss-German) fluently, a skill he picked up from his father. He fondly recalls summers by Swiss lakes and winters skiing in the Alps, experiences that shaped his love for adventure and physical activity.

Born and raised in Forest Hill, south London, Caluori initially played football and supported Liverpool. He switched to rugby at age 10 after a coach suggested it to his mother. Despite rugby being removed from his school curriculum at 15, he continued to progress through Blackheath Rugby Club before earning a Saracens scholarship to Mill Hill School.

Caluori announced himself in style with a spectacular try on his senior debut against Newcastle. He executed a swan dive reminiscent of plunging into a Swiss lake, combining raw speed—hitting 21.7mph—with a precise finish.

Next up, on his first start, he scored FIVE tries as Saracens demolished Sale Sharks.

A key aspect of Caluori’s game is his dominance in the air. He confidently chases every kick, competing for high balls, and has been praised by Owen Farrell for having one of the best aerial skill sets seen from a player straight out of school. This ability adds a dynamic edge to Saracens’ attack.

Caluori progressed rapidly through Saracens’ academy, being the only player from his age group to join the senior squad on their summer tour to South Africa. His integration into the senior team has been seamless, supported by mentorship from veterans like Farrell and director of rugby Mark McCall.

Alongside rugby, Caluori has enrolled in a Sport Business Management degree at Hertfordshire University. He balances his studies with training and a growing senior rugby career, demonstrating maturity beyond his 19 years. His ambitions include winning the Under-20 Six Nations and Junior World Cup, with sights set on England A and eventually the senior national team.

Caluori maintains strong ties to both sides of his heritage. His father’s career in sports marketing—working with Roger Federer and Swiss skiing events—inspired a love for sports, while his mother’s Nigerian cuisine provides the energy needed for his 100kg frame. He treasures family cookouts, often bringing jollof rice with him to the Saracens academy house.

Despite early success, Caluori remains grounded. He takes feedback seriously, particularly praise from senior figures like Farrell, which fuels his motivation. “That type of thing gives you the motivation to back yourself and do what you do on the weekends,” he says, reflecting a blend of humility and self-belief.

Whether it’s a thrilling try or a high-speed chase for a kick, Caluori thrives on excitement. He credits childhood adventures in Switzerland—jumping from cliffs, swinging from trees, and skiing at top speed—for fostering the fearlessness that now defines his playing style.

Caluori is expected to become a key figure for Saracens and the England Under-20s this season. With his combination of size, skill, and mental resilience, the rugby world is watching closely as he aims to follow in the footsteps of rising stars like Asher Opoku-Fordjour and Henry Pollock. He emphasises steady growth: “Each week, I just want to make sure I’m a better player to reach my goal.”