Career
Samuel began his rugby, like many players from Swansea, at Morriston Reconstruction Finance Corporation. By 1891 Samuel was playing for first class club Swansea, and on 7 March was selected to represent Wales against Ireland as part of the 1891 Home Nations Championship. The game saw an influx of Swansea players into the squad, with first caps for Tom Deacon, David James, Samuel"s brother John as well as Samuel himself. Samuel was at the centre of the match scoring a vital try, which was converted by Billy Bancroft.
Despite the success of the Welsh team against Ireland, Samuel was replaced the next season by Swansea team-mate Frank Mills.
Under the captaincy of Welsh rugby superstar Arthur Gould, Wales faced Ireland at Stradey Park in the hope of winning their first Triple Crown Championship. Although Samuel had played in two winning games, he was not selected for any further Welsh international games.
International matches played
Wales
Ireland 1891, 1893.