Full-back Anderson signs new long-term Dragons deal

Huw Anderson has made six appearances for Wales Under-20s

Full-back Huw Anderson has signed a new long-term deal with Dragons.

The 20-year-old, who also plays on the wing, made his debut for the region in 2023 and has played in eight games this season scoring two tries.

He scored a stunning solo try against Newcastle on his first start for the region in the European Challenge Cup in November and also crossed against Scarlets on New Year's Day.

"This season has been great for me personally so far," said Anderson.

"It's massive for me to be able to represent the Dragons having grown up in Gwent and starting out in a Gwent club. I'll always remember watching games down at Rodney Parade and standing on the pitch being part of the guard of honour with Caerphilly RFC."

Caerphilly-born Anderson signed his first Dragons academy contract in 2023 and has impressed on duty for Pontypridd in the Welsh Championship and Super Rygbi Cymru.

"I believe Dragons RFC is the best place for me to be, hopefully continuing to play regularly and learn my trade," added Anderson.

"I also think that next year we'll have a lot more success with stronger squad depth and the right people in place to drive us forward. I'm excited to continue to develop under Filo Tiatia as well as coaches such as Matt O'Brien and Tom Hancock."

Dragons Head Coach Tiatia said: "Huw has enjoyed a breakthrough season for us and has worked very hard to earn his opportunity and now cement his place in the side.

"He is one of a number of talented homegrown players we can build the team around in the years to come and I'm sure our fans share our excitement that he has agreed a long-term contract to continue his development with us."

Anderson has six Wales Under-20s caps. Originally named in Wales age-grade squad for the 2023 U20 World Rugby Championship, he did not get any game time in South Africa, eventually making his Wales U20s debut in 2024 U20 Six Nations, during which he scored a try against Scotland.