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Tag: Rugby union

Rugby Union: Bedwas clinch Foster’s Challenge Cup with victory over Carmarthen Quins

Tuesday, April 4, 2017

Bedwas finally ended their silverware drought to claim the Foster’s Challenge Cup, after a hard fought contest between two evenly-matched sides.

Rugby Union: Caerphilly and Penallta set for Principality date at Finals Day

Tuesday, March 28, 2017Wednesday, April 5, 2017

It was a day of mixed emotions for the four rugby clubs from Caerphilly County Borough competing to reach Cardiff in their respective National Bowl, Plate, and Cup semi-finals.

Rugby Union: Newport Gwent Dragons’ Pro 12 derby with Cardiff Blues set for Caerphilly RFC

Friday, March 24, 2017Friday, March 24, 2017

Caerphilly RFC will play host to the Guinness Pro 12 derby between Newport Gwent Dragons and Cardiff Blues in May, it has been announced.

Rugby Union: Bedwas beat North-Walians to rise to second place

Tuesday, March 21, 2017

A magnificent effort by the entire squad earned Bedwas the accolade of becoming only the second team to win at Parc Eirias in Colwyn Bay this season, and in doing so took another step towards a top four end of season play-off position.

Rugby Union: Castlemen ease past Blackwood Stars to keep promotion aspirations alive

Tuesday, March 21, 2017

As the season enters the latter stages, Caerphilly travelled to Blackwood to play their previously postponed National League Division 3 East A match from January. The weather again did its best to disrupt the fixture as the rain fell, but Caerphilly dug in and secured an important win in their promotion charge.

Rugby Union: East divisions round-up

Friday, March 17, 2017

As the season enters its final quarter, several teams from across Caerphilly County Borough are pushing for promotion, while others face a fight to stave off the drop.

Rugby Union: Bedwas blow Bridgend away to reach Challenge Cup final

Thursday, March 16, 2017Wednesday, March 15, 2017

Six scintillating first-half tries in a display of clinical rugby paved the way for Bedwas to clinch a spot in the Foster’s Challenge Cup final for the second consecutive year.

Rugby Union: Lucky number 13 as Caerphilly run riot against New Tredegar

Thursday, March 16, 2017Wednesday, March 15, 2017

Caerphilly provided a staggering 13-try rout in the National Division 3 East A as they completed the double over New Tredegar at the Constructaquote Stadium on Saturday March 11.

Rugby Union: Caerphilly youngsters win opportunity to train with Cardiff Blues

Friday, March 3, 2017

Caerphilly Rugby Club are flying high in both league and Bowl competitions, but their under-8s side also hit the big time, winning the opportunity to train with professionals in the capital.

Rugby Union: Borough teams vie for spot in cup finals

Friday, March 3, 2017

Rugby teams from around Caerphilly County Borough will be vying to reach the Principality Stadium in the National Cup, Plate, and Bowl competitions, after the draw for the next rounds were made.

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