On the brink of collapse post-Covid, Aberbargoed RFC and Markham RFC joined forces to save rugby in their communities.
Tag: Rugby union
Bargoed strengthen grip at top of table with crushing win at Tata Steel
Bargoed cruised to a 56-19 win over struggling Tata Steel in the WRU National Championship.
Bedwas earn losing bonus-point despite Glamorgan Wanderers defeat
Bedwas earned a losing bonus-point in a narrow 16-12 defeat to Glamorgan Wanderers on Saturday, March 12.
How Senghenydd RFC rebuilt its youth side and rediscovered winning ways
Senghenydd RFC manager Richard Gater said the club had to move its focus away from winning and towards player development and enjoyment.
One of Wales’ oldest rugby clubs is celebrating its 150th anniversary
One of the oldest clubs in Wales – predating the WRU by ten years – Machen RFC is celebrating its 150th anniversary this season.
Bargoed beat Scottish tourists as annual fixture returns for first time since Covid
Scottish rugby club Hawick Harlequins RFC made their biannual touring trip to Bargoed this weekend as part of a 52-year tradition.
Bargoed and Bedwas stay in top two after wins
Bargoed remain top of the table after a comeback win at Neath, while Bedwas stay second after a convincing win over Beddau.
Bedwas survive late surge to hold on for victory over Ystalyfera
Bedwas survived a late Ystalyfera surge to hold on for victory in what was a keenly-fought WRU National Championship clash at the Bridgefield.
Rugby Union round-up: Bonus-point win for Bargoed. Bedwas suffer cup defeat
Bargoed RFC beat Ystalyfera to stay top of the WRU National Championship, but Bedwas lost away to Cardiff Met in the WRU Challenge Plate Cup.
150 supporters watch rugby club’s festive fixture – but no Covid rules broken
Around 150 supporters were able to watch Caerphilly RFC’s Boxing Day match at Virginia Park, despite Welsh Government rules banning outdoor gatherings of more than 50.