Tom Howe priorities Cardiff debut amid Wales cap speculation
2 sources • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 4, 2026, 12:07 PM
Last updated Aug 4, 2026
Tom Howe, an 18-year-old hooker, focuses on making his Cardiff debut while being considered for future Wales caps. He recently performed well at the Junior World Championship, contributing to Wales Under-20s with 28 carries and 54 tackles. Howe is currently balancing his rugby commitments with A-level studies, aiming for a spot in senior professional play. He emphasizes the importance of staying humble and dedicated as he trains alongside established players.
- •Tom Howe part of Cardiff's senior academy since April 2026.
- •He made four starts in the Under-20 Six Nations.
- •Howe aims to balance training with A-level exams this month.
- •Scott Baldwin praises Howe's potential compared to Dewi Lake.
- •He prepares to compete with experienced hookers for playing time.
- 12:07 PMYahoo Sports — The teenage Cardiff hooker ignoring Wales hype
- 11:52 AMBBC Sport — The teenage Cardiff hooker ignoring Wales hype
"Hooker Tom Howe stays grounded after being tipped as one to watch for Wales before his debut for Cardiff.
"Hooker Tom Howe stays grounded after being tipped as one to watch for Wales before his debut for Cardiff.
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External links- Yahoo SportsAug 4, 2026, 12:07 PMThe teenage Cardiff hooker ignoring Wales hype
Hooker Tom Howe stays grounded after being tipped as one to watch for Wales before his debut for Cardiff.
- BBC SportAug 4, 2026, 11:52 AMThe teenage Cardiff hooker ignoring Wales hype
Hooker Tom Howe stays grounded after being tipped as one to watch for Wales before his debut for Cardiff.
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