Wakelam was born in Hereford. During his school days he developed a love for a wide variety of sports. While studying history at Pembroke College, Cambridge he joined Harlequins in 1911.
Wakelam was born in Hereford. During his school years he developed an interest in a wide range of sports. While studying history at Pembroke College, Cambridge he joined Harlequins in 1911.