Rhys Beeckmans joined the Falcons’ senior academy in the summer of 2024, having graduated through the junior academy.

The Prudhoe-based centre attended Prudhoe Community High School before finishing his studies on the Falcons’ ACE programme at Gosforth Academy.

Making five appearances for the Falcons’ U18s, Rhys was selected for the England U18s training camp and is known for his strong running, with the Blaydon RFC back able to play in a number of roles.