Bargoed’s long-awaited debut in the Principality Premiership ultimately ended in defeat, with a last-minute penalty proving the only difference to the game, which was played in appalling conditions at Bargoed Park, with driving rain dictating the tactics.
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Rugby Union: Premiership changes to promote “step-up in standard”, says WRU
The Welsh Rugby Union has promised that changes implemented ahead of this season’s Principality Premiership will ensure it becomes a “vibrant, competitive, well-supported league that provides top level rugby opportunities”.
Cycling: Rio Olympians announced for Tour of Britain cycle race
A plethora of talent from across the cycling world has been announced for the Tour of Britain race, which will once again see a stage pass through Caerphilly County Borough on Thursday, September 8.
Mountain Biking: Manon Carpenter rides at Crankworx event
Downhill mountain biker Manon Carpenter took second place in the Canadian Open Final and third in the Ultimate Pumptrack Challenge at the annual Crankworx biking competition in Whistler, Canada.
Rugby League: Presidents XIII international team to be launched
Wales Rugby League (WRL) is to introduce a new international side to fill the gap between the Dragonhearts (a Wales A side) and the full international side.
Rio 2016: Blackwood’s Elena Allen misses out on skeet semifinal
Welsh shooter Elena Allen missed on a place in the Olympic skeet semi-final after finishing 14th in the qualification heats.
Tidy darts: Cwmfelinfach’s Super Ja reaches Cardiff final
A darts ace from Cwmfelinfach has progressed to a national final for the right to win a £5,000 prize.
Football: Trethomas take first three points of the season
Trethomas Bluebirds marked their Welsh League Division Three debut with a 2-1 victory over Caerleon.
Rugby League: Young Wolves thrash Torfaen Tigers in final
The first 20 minutes of the 2016 Welsh Under-13 Grand Final was an enthralling contest, but Aber Valley Wolves eventually let rip to beat Torfaen Tigers 52-20 at Virginia Park, Caerphilly.
Rally: Aaron Jones and team crowned Welsh Tarmac Rally champions
Rally driver Aaron Jones, from Penpedairheol, and his team have been crowned 2016 Welsh Tarmac Rally champions in their class category after another event win gave them an unassailable lead.