The two former Wales U20 stars are both home-grown regional players who have become mainstays as senior players. The 24-year-old Owen had played in 14 of the 15 games to date this season, while the 28-year-old Keddie has 126 appearances under his belt.
Keddie, who can play across the back row, made his debut against Zebre back in May 2016, while Owen’s first game came off the bench against Bordeaux-Begles in December 2020.  Owen has captained the team this season.
“Aneurin is a real servant to those around him and someone who leads by action. He is undoubtedly starting to really inspire the players around him with the way he performs as a young captain,” said Tiatia.
Owen won 11 caps at U20 level and played alongside players like Dewi Lake, Jac Morgan, Teddy Williams and Max Llewellyn in the famous 11-10 win over England in Colwyn Bay in 2019.
“We have the right people with an exciting number of academy players coming through to start pushing on to become more successful,” said Owen after signing his long-term deal.
“It’s been a big season with the honour of captaining the side in recent weeks and I’m excited about continuing to get better and develop my game at my club.”
Keddie was one of the major forces in Wales U20s only Grand Slam season back in 2016. He won 19 caps over two seasons playing at No 8. Although currently sidelined with an injury he is expected to return within a few weeks.
“I’m looking forward to staying at my home club for the next few years and what the future holds. I’m hoping to be back out on the pitch soon to repay the faith shown in me by the club,” said Keddie.
Tiatia, who initially took over as interim head coach this season following the departure of Dai Flanagan, will be leading the side into next season and beyond and is delighted to have secured the services of Keddie.
As a former All Black back rower he understands what it takes to make an impact in that position and says Keddie is one of the players who has “really captured my eye” since he arrived at Rodney Parade.
“I like Harri, he’s a tough competitor, a tough loose forward who gets his head in the hole and doesn’t mind getting his nose smacked and broken. That’s the type of player I like,” said Tiatia.
“Harri is a doer. He doesn’t speak often, but when he does speak, he captures the room,”
