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Tag: Rugby union

WRU boss to take time away from role after cancer diagnosis

Wednesday, August 13, 2025

Abi Tierney will take time off from her role as WRU CEO after being diagnosed with cancer, the WRU has announced.

‘It’s not every day you see international teams training and competing on our doorstep’

Monday, July 28, 2025Monday, July 28, 2025

The Under-20s Six Nations Summer Series has drawn to a close in Ystrad Mynach – with unbeaten France coming out as victors at the Centre for Sporting Excellence.

Steve Tandy appointed new Wales rugby head coach

Monday, July 21, 2025

Steve Tandy will leave his role in Scotland’s coaching setup to take over as Wales’ new head coach from September.

Under-20s Six Nations Women’s Summer Series underway in Ystrad Mynach

Thursday, July 10, 2025Wednesday, July 9, 2025

The Under-20s Six Nations Summer Series is underway in Ystrad Mynach, showcasing the next generation of female rugby union players.

Cefn Hengoed’s Dai Flanagan lands new job at English rugby giants

Tuesday, July 8, 2025

Former Dragons RFC head coach Dai Flanagan has been appointed attack coach at English Premiership Rugby side Saracens.

Bedwas RFC’s youth team relaunched ahead of new season

Tuesday, June 24, 2025Tuesday, June 24, 2025

“This provides an opportunity for young players to develop within the club. We’ve got an experienced coaching team ready to go, and we’re building something special for young talent.”

End of season silverware for Caerphilly, Deri, Senghenydd Sirens, and Bargoed Warriors

Monday, June 2, 2025Monday, June 2, 2025

Four Caerphilly County Borough rugby union sides ended successful campaigns by picking up Worthington’s Mid District Cup silverware.

Aber Valley Male Voice Choir gives Lions roaring send-off ahead of Australia tour

Wednesday, May 28, 2025Wednesday, May 28, 2025

Aber Valley Male Voice Choir performed at the British and Irish Lions’ ‘Pre Tour Roar Dinner’ event at London’s Grosvenor Hotel, as the side prepares to tour Australia this summer.

Ystrad Mynach to host 2025 Six Nations Women’s Summer Series

Wednesday, May 28, 2025Wednesday, May 28, 2025

The competition features predominantly under-20s squads from Wales, England, France, Ireland, Italy, and Scotland.

Elliot Dee in Wales squad for Japan summer tour

Tuesday, May 20, 2025Tuesday, May 20, 2025

Dragons hooker Elliot Dee, formerly of Newbridge, Penallta, Bedwas and Cross Keys, will be in the Wales squad for the summer tour of Japan.

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