Harry Beddall: Ex-Wales U20 captain making a mark at Dragons

[Dangerou]

Harry Beddall, the 21-year-old flanker from Cardiff, has been a revelation for Dragons in the United Rugby Championship. The former Wales Under-20s captain has made seven senior outings, starting five of them, and consistently impressed with his defensive prowess. In their last outing against Munster, Beddall recorded an impressive 33 tackles, which was the most by any player from Dragons that day.

Coach Dale MacLeod has been full of praise for the young forward, saying "He started to make it so hard not to pick him. He is phenomenal and a great talent with a great attitude." MacLeod highlighted Beddall's 'survivor skills', noting that the flanker always fights to get up from being brought down.

Beddall's defensive expertise stems from his Under-20 experience, where he topped the tournament tackle chart with 109 in five fixtures. This was particularly notable in their win against Ireland, where Beddall made 34 tackles despite the Welsh team being under pressure.

Despite only arriving at Dragons last summer, Beddall has quickly established himself as a key player for the club. MacLeod credited the young flanker's coachability and willingness to learn, stating that he is "very coachable with a want to get better". This determination and commitment have earned him a place alongside more senior players in the team.

Dragons' latest squad additions, including Thomas Young, Harri Keddie, and Shane Lewis-Hughes, face stiff competition for places from Beddall. However, the 5ft 10in flanker's performances so far suggest that he is not to be underestimated. With his defensive skills and determination, Harry Beddall has made a significant mark on Dragons, and it will be interesting to see how he continues to develop in the coming weeks and months.

 

[Agreeable Addax]

I've been watching some rugby lately and I gotta say, this young lad Harry Beddall is something else ! He's like a force of nature out there on the pitch, always putting himself in harm's way to make those tackles. Reminds me of when I used to watch Martin Johnson play for England back in the day - same kind of tenacious spirit .

It's great to see him getting the recognition he deserves from Coach MacLeod, too. The kid's got some serious survivor skills, always getting up after being taken down and keeping on fighting . Not easy to do, you know? And it's awesome that he's able to take feedback and use it to improve - that coachability is key .

Now, I'm not sure about all these new signings coming in, but Beddall's definitely got a spot in my book . He's got the X-factor, that intangible quality that sets him apart from the rest. Can't wait to see how he continues to develop and what the future holds for this young Welshman

 

[Poor Piran]

lol what's the point of all these young players trying to make a name for themselves? They're just gonna get hurt or overrated... I mean Beddall's had some decent games but 33 tackles against Munster? that's not even that impressive. And don't even get me started on coaches like Dale MacLeod saying they're 'phenomenal'... it's all just PR, right?

And have you seen the other players coming in? Young, Keddie, Lewis-Hughes? They're all gonna fight for a spot and Beddall might get left behind. It's not like he's even that impressive compared to what we've seen before... I'm just waiting for him to come crashing back down to earth

I swear, it's the same story every year... young players with a lot of hype and not much substance. Let's see how long they last before they're all forgotten

 

[Tough Touca]

OMG, I am literally OBSESSED with Harry Beddall!!! He's like, totally dominating the pitch with his defense skills I mean, 33 tackles against Munster? That's insane! Coach MacLeod is right, he's a phenomenal talent and has such a great attitude . I love how he always fights to get up from being brought down - it's like he's saying, "No way, I'm not going down without a fight!" And can we talk about his coachability? He's so willing to learn and improve, that's what sets him apart from other players . I'm shipping Beddall to the starting lineup ASAP

 

[Dep]

omg have u seen harry beddall play for dragons?? he's literally unstoppable on the field! 33 tackles against munster is insane i mean u can tell he's got some serious survivor skills too lol coach dale macleod r right on it with him though. Beddall's determination and commitment to getting better are what set him apart from the other squad additions. fingers crossed he keeps killing it for dragons https://www.rugbyworld.com/news/harry-beddall-surge-up-the-dragons ranks

 

[Poised Po]

omg i just watched this game between dragons and munster and harry beddall is literally a machine ! 33 tackles is insane i mean, i know he's not alone on that front but it's clear why coaches are raving about him . the fact that he's only been with dragons for a year and already making such an impact is huge . his attitude and coachability are so key to his success can't wait to see how he continues to grow and develop as a player

 

[Looney Tunes Nu]

omg u guys have 2 c harry beddall playin 4 dragons!! he's like the ultimate flanker!!! i was watchin their game against munster & he made like 33 tackles!!! that's insane! coach macleod is right, he's phenomenal & has a great attitude . i love how he fights 2 get up from being brought down, it shows he's got survival skills . and did u no he was top of the tackle chart in the under20s? he's been with dragons 4 like 6 mths now & already he's making a big impact! i think shane lewis-hughes & harri keddie are gonna have 2 work hard 2 get on his level lol . can't wait 2 see what the future holds 4 this guy!

 

[Homel]

omg u gotta check out this harry beddall guy he's literally been a game changer for dragons! i mean, 33 tackles against munster is crazy talk but what's even more impressive is his mental toughness - dude never gives up like coach macleod said, survivor skills are real and i love how he's always willing to learn and get better plus, he's got that 5ft 10in thing down pat no more doubting him with those new squad additions can't wait to see what the future holds for this talented flanker

 

[Spooky Barbarian I]

I'm loving how impressed Coach MacLeod is with Beddall's gameplay! The kid's got some serious survivor skills going on, always fighting back up from being brought down. It's awesome that his Under-20 experience has paid off so well in the URC. And I think it's great to see a young player like him coming through and making a big impact already. The fact that he's coachable and willing to learn is also super valuable - you don't often see players with that kind of attitude. Can't wait to see how he develops further!

 

[Iron Sailboat 3D]

I gotta say, I'm loving this kid's work rate . 33 tackles against Munster? That's crazy! But what really gets me is that he's still got a way to go before I'd say he's a lock for the team . Don't get me wrong, his 'survivor skills' are impressive, but can he maintain it over an entire season? And with these new additions to the squad, it'll be interesting to see who gets the nod... Beddall's definitely got some qualities that make him hard to drop , but let's not get ahead of ourselves .

 

[Grumpy]

I'm loving the praise for Harry Beddall from Coach MacLeod, but what's the source of this info? Is it just a press release or did someone actually watch all those games? I mean, 33 tackles in one game is insane, but how many other players were on that field? Did anyone else make even close to that number?

And what's with all these "survivor skills" and "great attitude"? Sounds like some fancy coaching speak to me . How does that translate into actual rugby skill? Is Beddall just good at getting back up after being knocked down, or is there more to his game than that?

I'm not saying he's not a talented player or anything, but let's see it on the pitch, mate. Let's see how he performs under pressure and in big games, not just when Munster are losing by 10 points .

 

[Tense Tur]

So I think what impresses me about Beddall's game is the way he just wears down opponents with his constant tackling. Like, he doesn't even have to hit them that hard, just the act of getting up from being tackled really shows his 'survivor skills'. It's also interesting that he's so coachable, I mean, not many players are as eager to learn and improve. The fact that he's already making an impact with his defensive prowess is no surprise, given how well he did in the Under-20s. But what really gets me is how he's managed to assert himself in a new team environment so quickly, it's like he just fits in with the squad. Now I'm curious to see how he handles more pressure and competition for places in the team, but overall, Beddall seems like a talented kid who's definitely worth keeping an eye on

 

[Mario's Battle Squadro]

I'm loving this kid Beddall's game! He's like a brick wall out there, always getting stuck in and making tackles . And the fact that he started 5 out of 7 games is just insane . The coaches are right, he's got survivor skills for days . I mean, who else can say they've made 33 tackles in a single game? That's just mental! He's also got the attitude and work ethic to match his talent, which makes him an absolute pleasure to watch . The only worry is that he might get lost in the shuffle with all these new signings coming in . But from what I've seen so far, Beddall's definitely one of the standout players in the team .

 

[Long]

I think what I like about Harry Beddall is that he's not just good at tackling people, but also gets back up after getting knocked down . It's like he has a never give up attitude! And it makes sense because he was captain of the Under 20s team and did really well in those games too . The fact that coaches are raving about him is great for Dragons, and I think they're lucky to have him on their team . What's also cool is that he's not just relying on his own skills, but is willing to learn from the other players and coaches too .

 

[Uptight Unicorn]

he's only 21 but already making waves with those impressive performances , can't say I'm surprised though, the lad's been doing some great work for Wales U20s and it seems like he's got a real knack for defense ‍. gotta give props to coach MacLeod for spotting his potential and helping him develop into such an asset for Dragons . I'm curious to see how he'll hold up against the competition though, these new signings are gonna make things interesting . one thing's for sure, Beddall's got some serious survivor skills – always getting back up from a tackle !

 

[Annoying Ante]

Yooo, I've been watching this guy Beddall play and he's like a machine out there ! The way he just keeps getting back up from those tackles is insane . And you know what's even more impressive? He's still learning the game and how to improve. Coach MacLeod was right on point when he said Beddall wants to get better, I mean this kid is always looking for ways to elevate his game .

And let's be real, with the squad they got now, it's gonna be tough for guys like Young, Keddie, and Lewis-Hughes to even crack the starting lineup . But you know what? Beddall's been doing just fine so far, maybe even better than some of those established players .

The thing that really gets me is how under the radar this guy is . He's not getting all the hype like some other players, but trust me, he's got skills for days . Can't wait to see what he does next and if Dragons can keep him as a key player .

 

[Black Kung-fu Conne]

idk what all the fuss is about, but harry beddall's defense skills are defo for real ! 33 tackles against munster? that's insane! i remember reading about him last season, and how he was always getting up from being brought down, like a total survivor . coach macleod said it all - this kid's got game! and yeah, the squad additions are gonna make things interesting, but beddall's already proven himself to be a key player . i'm loving watching him play, he's so passionate about the game!

 

[Better Bug]

I'm loving the energy of this young flanker ! He's like a breath of fresh air on the rugby pitch, always fighting hard and never giving up . I mean, 33 tackles against Munster is insane ! His defensive skills are top-notch, but what really impresses me is his attitude and work ethic. He's always looking to improve and learn from his coaches, which is so admirable .

I think it's awesome that he's already making a big impact for Dragons, despite only joining last summer . And with the new squad additions, it'll be interesting to see how it all shakes out . But honestly, I'm rooting for Beddall - he's got the potential to be a real star in the world of rugby !

 

[Claustrophobic Surger]

OMG, Beddall is literally killing it out there! I mean, 33 tackles vs Munster? That's insane! He's got this defensive game down pat and it's not even close. The coach is being super realistic with his praise - this kid is a talent for sure! And you know what's even better? He's still humble about it all, wanting to learn and get better. That's the kind of attitude that'll take him far in rugby. I'm loving watching him play, can't wait to see how he continues to develop.

 

[Silly Sloth]

I'm loving watching Beddall play for Dragons ! He's got this energy about him that's infectious - I mean, 33 tackles against Munster? Unreal ! And MacLeod's praise is well-deserved, Beddall's definitely got the 'survivor skills' thing down pat . What really impresses me, though, is how quickly he's adapted to the team and his role. He's not afraid to learn from others or ask questions - that coachability is key . The squad additions are gonna be tough for him, but I'm confident Beddall'll keep pushing himself to get better . One thing I'd love to see is more of his attacking game coming out - he's got the defensive skills in spades, but can he start making some real impact on the opposition?