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Tag: Football

Risca United edge past ten-men Lliswerry in seven-goal thriller

Monday, March 11, 2024Monday, March 11, 2024

Risca United claimed their first home win under new interim manager Nathan Bracegirdle, edging out Lliswerry in a seven-goal thriller.

Council signs off on new and ‘fair’ sports pitch booking policy

Wednesday, March 6, 2024Wednesday, March 6, 2024

A new and “fair” booking policy for Caerphilly’s council-run artificial sports pitches will prioritise clubs in higher divisions.

“Consistency is key”: New Risca United manager says promotion is still the goal

Wednesday, March 6, 2024Wednesday, March 6, 2024

Following the resignation of manager Simon Berry, Risca United’s new interim manager Nathan Bracegirdle got off to a perfect start after the Cuckoos beat Lliswerry 2-1.

Pitch fees to increase for all, but only senior sides will face full 20% hike

Tuesday, March 5, 2024Tuesday, March 5, 2024

Following backlash to a proposed 20% hike in pitch fees, the council has announced only senior sides will face the full brunt of the increase.

Trethomas Bluebirds extend undefeated streak with narrow win over Blaenavon Blues

Monday, March 4, 2024Monday, March 4, 2024

Undefeated league leaders Trethomas Bluebirds made it nine wins in a row to strengthen their grip at the top following a 2-1 victory over Blaenavon Blues.

Risca United manager steps down due to personal reasons

Saturday, March 2, 2024Saturday, March 2, 2024

Risca United manager Simon Berry has announced he is stepping down after almost eight years at the club

Community club who “never turn a player away” targeting quadruple

Wednesday, February 28, 2024Wednesday, February 28, 2024

Aberbargoed Town Football Club are hoping to lift four trophies this season, and have already booked their spot in one cup final.

Trethomas Bluebirds extend gap at top with dominant win over Treharris Athletic Western

Monday, February 26, 2024Monday, February 26, 2024

Trethomas Bluebirds extended their unbeaten league run to 17 games with a 4-1 win over Treharris Athletic Western at the Centre for Sporting Excellence.

Football club donates to food bank following five-month collection

Monday, February 26, 2024Monday, February 26, 2024

Nelson Cavaliers AFC has donated to the Taff Bargoed Foodbank after collecting tins and other items during home games this season.

Council to introduce new artificial pitch booking policy this summer

Wednesday, February 21, 2024Thursday, February 22, 2024

Caerphilly County Borough Council has announced a new booking system for its artificial sports pitches, which will now prioritise teams in the top divisions of their sport.

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