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Tag: Rugby union

Rugby round-up: Wins for Newbridge and Blackwood as those at the top struggle

Monday, September 16, 2024Monday, September 16, 2024

There was disappointment for Caerphilly-based rugby clubs at the top of the pyramid, but more joy for those seeking promotion further down.

Rugby clubs back in action as 2024/25 season kicks off

Monday, September 9, 2024Monday, September 9, 2024

Newbridge and Cross Keys were among the sides who got their seasons off to a winning start as club rugby returned for the 2024/25 season over the weekend.

Wales women prepare for first test match of the season against Scotland

Thursday, September 5, 2024Thursday, September 5, 2024

Wales head coach Ioan Cunningham has named his side to face Scotland in Murrayfield on Friday September 6.

Rugby season set to begin: Who’s playing who on the opening weekend?

Tuesday, September 3, 2024Tuesday, September 3, 2024

Teams kick-off their seasons on Saturday September 7, following a shakeup of the Welsh club rugby pyramid over the summer.

Risca RFC kick-off 150th anniversary celebrations with thriller against Monmouthshire County

Friday, August 30, 2024Friday, August 30, 2024

The Cuckoos raised £835 on the gate to be split between two charities

“It’s pizza time”: Shane Williams launches second takeaway in Caerphilly town

Thursday, August 29, 2024Thursday, August 29, 2024

A year since opening Pepe’s Piri Piri on Cardiff Road, Wales’ all-time leading try scorer Shane Williams has launched a takeaway pizza shop in Caerphilly.

Wales’ Autumn international matches to be shown for free on S4C

Wednesday, August 21, 2024Wednesday, August 21, 2024

The rights to show these games with English commentary are held by pay-to-view TNT Sports. However, its parent company, Warner Bros Discovery, has struck a deal with S4C.

Wales U18s squad selected for development games in Ireland

Tuesday, August 6, 2024Tuesday, August 6, 2024

Wales men’s U18s rugby union head coach Richie Pugh has named his squad to travel to Ireland and take part in a series of warm-up matches.

New season nears for women’s rugby sides as sport continues to grow

Monday, August 5, 2024Monday, August 5, 2024

Women’s rugby union sides in Caerphilly County Borough are a month away from kicking off the 2024/25 season.

What leagues will Caerphilly County Borough’s rugby union sides play in this season?

Monday, July 29, 2024Tuesday, September 3, 2024

The 2024/25 season brings huge changes to the Welsh club rugby pyramid, with the introduction of Super Rygbi Cymru – a new ten-team top tier.

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