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Tag: Rugby union

Senghenydd youngster earns starting spot for Wales U20s against Scotland

Wednesday, March 5, 2025Thursday, March 6, 2025

Wales U20s head coach Richard Whiffin has named Harri Ford in his starting XV, as Wales look to win three Six Nations matches in a row.

Rugby round-up: Caerphilly promoted, Cross Keys reach cup final

Monday, March 3, 2025Tuesday, March 4, 2025

Caerphilly RFC have sealed promotion to Division 1, while Cross Keys have booked themselves a place in the Premiership Cup final at Cardiff’s Principality Stadium.

Elliot Dee to start in Wales’ first home game of the Six Nations

Thursday, February 20, 2025Thursday, February 20, 2025

Newbridge’s Elliot Dee is set to make his first start in the Six Nations this year, as interim head coach Matt Sherratt has named his side to face Ireland.

Shane Williams helps open new school gym as £2,000 raised

Monday, February 17, 2025Monday, February 17, 2025

Welsh rugby legend Shane Williams has helped open Islwyn High School’s brand new gym as part of a fundraising community evening.

Rugby round-up: Keys climb table, Penallta keep up the pressure, Caerphilly extend winning run

Monday, February 17, 2025Monday, February 17, 2025

While the Six Nations took a break over the weekend, club rugby sides were in action across Caerphilly County Borough as they approach the business end of the season.

‘Now is the right time for a change’: Gatland thanks Wales fans after departure

Tuesday, February 11, 2025Tuesday, February 11, 2025

Gatland, who is Wales’ longest-serving and most decorated head coach, departs following Saturday’s Six Nations defeat to Italy – Wales’ 14th consecutive loss.

Rugby round-up: Wins for Bedwas and Hafodyrynys on quiet weekend

Monday, February 10, 2025Monday, February 10, 2025

Most sides across Caerphilly County Borough had a weekend off with Wales in action, but there were still some crucial ties at play as the season nears its conclusion.

Wales U20s beat Italy thanks to winning kick from Senghenydd star

Friday, February 7, 2025Friday, February 7, 2025

Former Senghenydd RFC youth team player Harri Ford has helped Wales U20s to their first Six Nations away win since 2020.

Youth team narrowly misses out on WRU Bowl semi-finals

Thursday, February 6, 2025Thursday, February 6, 2025

Senghenydd RFC Youth narrowly missed out on a semi-final place in the WRU U18s Bowl after losing 22-12 away to Aberystwyth.

Rugby round-up: Bedwas climb the table as Penallta slip up

Monday, February 3, 2025Monday, February 3, 2025

With the season fast approaching its conclusion, sides across Caerphilly County Borough make their final push for promotion as others fight for safety.

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