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Tag: Rugby union

‘Long way to go’, admit bosses of crisis-hit WRU

Thursday, November 28, 2024Thursday, November 28, 2024

Welsh Rugby Union chiefs admitted the governing body still has a long way to go after an independent review unveiled a “toxic” culture of bullying and misogyny.

Senghenydd RFC mark 125th anniversary as clubs come together

Monday, November 25, 2024Tuesday, November 26, 2024

Senghenydd RFC has celebrated its 125th anniversary – with six clubs putting rivalries aside to mark the occasion.

Rugby club putting rivalries aside for 125th anniversary

Wednesday, November 20, 2024Thursday, November 21, 2024

Senghenydd RFC are set to celebrate their 125th anniversary with a special one-off match involving six rival rugby clubs.

Wales v South Africa squad announcement: Former Risca RFC star Rio Dyer starts

Wednesday, November 20, 2024Wednesday, November 20, 2024

Wales head coach Warren Gatland has called on former Risca RFC star Rio Dyer to help turn things around in their final Autumn Internationals match against South Africa.

Rugby round-up: Newbridge, Ynysddu, Abercarn among table climbers, Risca end losing run

Monday, November 18, 2024Monday, November 18, 2024

A number of teams have climbed up their respective tables following wins over the weekend, while Risca ended a run of seven consecutive defeats.

Rugby round-up: Blackwood, Caerphilly, and Rhymney top after wins

Monday, November 11, 2024Monday, November 11, 2024

Blackwood, Caerphilly, and Rhymney all sit top of their respective leagues after claiming wins this weekend.

Dai Flanagan leaves role as Dragons RFC head coach

Monday, November 4, 2024Monday, November 4, 2024

Former Penallta RFC youth player Dai Flanagan has left his post at Dragons RFC, with the region 15th in the United Rugby Championship.

Rugby round-up: Heavy wins for Newbridge, Penallta, Caerphilly, Crumlin, and New Tredegar

Monday, November 4, 2024Monday, November 4, 2024

Following last week’s cup fixtures, rugby clubs from across Caerphilly County Borough switched their focuses back to the league on Saturday November 2.

Rugby round-up: Cross Keys and Newbridge into semi-finals as teams in cup action

Monday, October 28, 2024Monday, October 28, 2024

Teams across Caerphilly County Borough were playing in their respective cup competitions over the weekend.

Rugby round-up: Blackwood, Caerphilly, Fleur de Lys, and Deri strengthen their grip at the top

Tuesday, October 22, 2024Tuesday, October 22, 2024

Blackwood RFC, Caerphilly, Fleur de Lys, Deri, and New Tredegar all remain unbeaten at the top of their respective leagues after the weekend’s action.

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