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Rhiw Syr Dafydd Primary School’s rugby team has lifted the John Rees Cup at the Principality Stadium following a 50-15 victory.

The school’s junior ten-a-side team defeated Carmarthenshire’s Ysgol Brynaman Primary School in the final to be crowned the best school side in Wales in their age category.

To reach the final, a mixture of Year 5 and 6 pupils from Rhiw Syr Dafydd, in Oakdale, played at a tournament in Dunvant, Swansea. There, the school won all four of their matches, scoring 19 tries and not conceding any.

The school’s headteacher, Craig George, said: “I am extremely proud of the whole school community.

“To be crowned as Welsh Under-11 School Champions is an incredible achievement and is testament to the hard work of the players and coaches.

“Playing at the Principality Stadium was a dream come true for our players, having the opportunity to follow in the footsteps of some of their heroes. I am sure many of the players are destined for a bright future in rugby.”