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Highlights:  

19th November 2011 BA League Wands V Merthyr 2.30 ko at the Memorial Ground

 

 

 

1st October 2011,

BA League

Wands V Pontyclun 2.30 KO at the Memorial Ground bring your family wear your Wands Tops and bring your subs for the year

 

 

Good luck to all the boys who are off to University this month-

Ben Smith Kings London

Sam Dowell- Bennett Birmigham

Rhys Allin Birmigham

Will Thomas Swansea

Matt Roberst Swansea

Josh Hurley UWIC-

Remember once a Wanderer always a Wanderer

 

17th September 2011

 

Preliminary Round Webb Eliis Cup

Despite the torrential down poor of the morning the grounds staff worked hard to ensure that the Memorial Ground was fit to host the preliminary round of the Webb Ellis Cup 2011/12- The Wands were drawn to play Crymych RFC from the Scarlet’s region. This was the first step along the road to defend the title won for the last two years

The Wands won the encounter 31-3.  Well-done to all players for the spirit in which the game was played a credit to both clubs. On the day the Wands Pack dominated the set piece and the pace of the backs combined with some deft handling skills lead to two trys from the forwards with man of the match Tyler O’Connell scoring the first followed by rampaging 8 Jose Kabila scoring under the post. The backs were not to be outdone with two excellent team try’s from the flyer Rhys Allin and his opposite wing Matt Roberts all converted by Josh Hurley who secured the win with a converted penalty.

Other results from the Webb Ellis Preliminary Round

Carmarthen Quins 20 - 8 Bridgend Ath

Bargoed 12 - 6 Ammanford

Pontyclun 20 - 5 Mold

7th September 2011 Bridgend Ath V Wands (Friendly)

with weather reminiscent of mid-winter the Wands travelled down to Bridgend for a mid-week friendly- the conditions were torrid - yet despite this wands managed a convincing win 26-0

 

22nd August 2011 be at club for 5.30 full training event game

 

29th August Kebfig Hill 7's

 

Wands confirmed as the best youth side in Wales 2010/11.

RAF National Youth League Championship. Wands 49-10 Ruthin

 

Graet Win Great Season

 

26th May 2011 Cardiff and Vale District Presenation 7.00pm Cardiff Arms Park- Dress Shirts and ties

 

22nd May 2011- RAF League Champion of Championship Final  Wanderers V Ruthin RFC at Crosskeys RFC 2.30pm KO- Coach will leave Wands at 12.00 noon.

 

18th May Wands V Llanharan Youth East District Cup Final to be played at Rumney RFC 7.00pm KO- players need to be at the club for 5.00pm

 

14th May 2011 RAF League Champion of Champions Semi Final

 

Llangennech RFC (Scarlet’s Champions) V GWRFC Youth (Blues Champions)

 

Well what a game – if it had been written for TV or Film it would have been dubbed too farfetched. Llangennech flew out of the starting blocks and put pressure on the Wands who conceded two soft try’s and a conversions within minutes,  Josh Hurley got a try and conversion back. Llan they get a penalty close to the posts followed by another try and conversion. Dan Crimmins gets a great forwards try followed by a conversion from Josh Hurley the scores 24- 14 to Llan. Llan then get another converted try brining the score to 31-14 with eight minutes of the first half left. Things look bad for the Wands, and then looked worse when following and incident between Llan and Wands, Dan was red carded and Llans number 4 was yellow carded. Anyone who does not know the Wands side must have though game over. Following one of the most passionate team talks by the Wands Coaching team the Wands game out for the second half blew Llan off the pitch with 41 unanswered points. “Backs and forwards combined to play some of the best youth rugby ever seen” (WRU Official) Jack Wilson open the second half account followed by Josh getting his second of the game which he converted. The skill levels and fitness levels of a depleted Wanderers Pack started to tell and the defensive skills of both backs and forwards turned the tide. Ciaran Driscoll score a try bring the scores to 31-31 it was game on, Ciaran followed this up within minutes to score a second followed by Matt Roberts and Lloyd Chalk who’s try was converted by Josh it was then the packs turn to score a couple of trys and the game was sealed by a blister 70 metre try from Rhys Allin converted by Josh Hurley- Final Score Llangennech 31 – 62 Wands

 

Wanderers now face Ruthin the North Champions who beat Tondu 23-19. This will be played on Sunday 22nd May 2011 at Crosskeys RFC KO 2.30pm  

 

Wanderers Win- Wanderers Beat Bargoed Youth in the preliminary round of the RAF Leagues Champion of Championships 31-13- despite a slow and error strewn start which saw Bargoed take a commanding lead the Wanderers picked themselves up and played some exceptional second half rugby- again the pack proved too strong over the course of the game, creating opportunities for the backs to punish Bargoed. The boys now face Llangennech RFC (Scarlet’s Champions) on 14th May 2011 at Llanharan 2.30pm ko

 

10th May 2011. Wanderers to Play Bargoed in the Champion of Chamionships KO 7.00pm at Bedwas RFC.

 

Wanderers Retain their Tittle WEBB ELLIS Welsh Cup Champions 2010/11. The Wanderers are the only Youth side to retain the cup. In a tense game against a strong Newport Saracens side the Wanderers got off to a fantastic start with two trys from Captain Dan Crimmins, a further try from pacey winger Ioan Mortimer and three penalities and a conversion form Josh Hurley secured a great 26-11 win. Wanderers dominated the set piece and when we moved the ball wide looked dangerous. The Saracens fought to the end getting a try late into the second half- a massive thanks to the Boys, supporters, the WRU and Webb Ellis, but also to our sponsors for the year BRACE'S BREAD and the pre and post match sponsors Taylor total weed control, Concept Fire and Pontyclun Car Sales.

 

 30th April 2011 Wanderers Defeat Rumney 65-26 to win the BA League undefeated- the most sucessful record ever for the club

 

7th May Wands V Newport Saracens Webb Ellis Cup Final KO 2.30pm bring all the support you can Entrance free.

30th April 2011 BA League  Wands V Rumney at the Memorial Ground last League game KO 2.30pm

28th April 2011 BA League Ystrad Rhondda V Wands KO 7.15pm at Ystrad- Be at club for 5.30pm.

 

 

 

27th April 2011 Wands Ba Bars V L'ailse  at the Memorial Ground KO 7.15pm

23rd April 2011 Beddau V Wands BA League 2.30 ko Wands win 36-7

Congratulations to St Joe's on winning the Cardiff and Vale Cup- great result for all concerned. St Joes win 28-18.

16th April 2011. Wands V Merthyr 2.30 KO Wands win 24-18

9th April 2011

Wanderers back at the Millennium Stadium to defend their title as holders of the Webb Ellis Welsh Youth Cup where they will meet Newport Sarcens from the Dragons Region.  Wanderers fought hard to beat a vastly improve St Joes in the one semi final- both clubs did the Blues Region proud playing open and fast rugby. It was a great team performance with backs and forwards linking really well- Rhys Allin opened the scoring with one of his scintillating trade mark tries but our front five and back row had the edge throughout the game in both lineouts with locks Ben Smith and Will Higgins out jumping their opponents and  the front row of Mike Savery, Peter Lloyd and Sam Dowell-Bennett having the edge in the scrums. The loose play of Jack Wilson, Rory Robinson and James Payne (Captain). The lead from the start but St Joes refused to give in much to their credit. The loss of Josh Hurley through a dead leg caused the Wands some problems having to move players around but the celebrations of the day were overshadowed by the sickening injury to full back Elliot Jones. The game was held up for nearly an hour while medical treatment was waited for.  Finally the game resumed with just 12 minutes to play- the injury clearly affected the Wanderers players the most who conceded a try to the Joes, but a last minute penalty converted by the sensational young centre Lloyd Chalk secured the win. Wands 36-26 St Joes.

Elliot had his operation yesterday and we all wish him and his Family a speedy recovery- lets go out and win this one for him  

The Final will be on the 7th May 2011 2.30pm KO. Big thanks to our Sponsors BRACE’S Bread for ensuring we look one of the smartest teams in Wales

 

6th April 2011. Wands through to the Final of the Cardiff and Vale Cup after beating a spirited Penarth RFC 30-20. The final will be played on the Arms Park 20th April 2011. KO 7.00pm. Wands will play St Joes who beat llanishen in the othe Semi

 

BA League 2nd April Great win for the Wands beating Pontyclun 56-12. putting Wands back at the top of the League.

 

19th March 2011

Webb Ellis Cup Quarter Finals:

Bonymaen 21- 43 Wands, great win for the Wands on a perfect day for running rugby. Big Thanks to Bonymaen for the spirit in which the game was played and for their hospitality.

 

We have now been drawn to play St Joes on the 9th April 2011 2.30 ko- venue to be confirmed.

 

Other News:

Due to the backlogof fixtures the BA League  season has now been extended to the 21st May 2011. As a result of cup commitments and other issues we have had to change our schedule, as it stands

 

26th March 2011 Wands V Merthyr postponed

28th March 2011 Training at Mary Immaculate

30th March 2011 Training at Wands

2nd April 2011 Wands V Pontyclun 2.30 ko BA League (re-arranged from 30th March 2011)

6th April 2011 C&V Cup Semi Final Wands V Penarth 6.30pm ko Llandaff North.

9th April 2011 Webb Ellis Semi-Cup Final Wands V St Joes 2.30pm ko (venue to be confirmed)

16th April 2011 Wands V Merthyr 2.30ko

20th Final of C&V Cup or BA league game TBC

24th April 2011 French club: Entente Coq Leguevinois Colomiers Rugby -19y team 2.30 KO
Weds 27th April second French Club: L'ailse 7.15pm KO

 

Cardiff and Vale Cup Semi Finals-

Wands V Penarth and St Joes V Dinas or Llanharen both games to be played at Llandaff North on the 6th April 6.30pm ko with the Final being played at the Arms Park on the 20th

 
Youth Schedule update
 
Thursday 10th March 6.15-8.00pm Training and team run through Wands
Saturday 12th March 2.30pm KO Llandaff away in C&V Cup- on Llandaff main pitch 
Monday 14th March 6.15-7.30 Training Mary Immaculate High school
Wed 16th March 6.15-8.00pm Training at Wands
Saturday 19th March 2.30 KO Bonymaen Away Welsh Cup- Coach Available.
Monday 21st March 6.15-7.30pm Training Mary Immaculate High School
Wed 23rd or Thursday 24th March 6.15-8.00pm Training Wands and team run through
Saturday 26th March Wands V Merthyr Home 2.30 KO BA League. 
Monday 28th March 6.15-7.30pm Training Mary Immaculate High School
Wed 30th March Wands V Pontyclun 7.30pm KO at Wands. 
Saturday 2nd April Rumney Home? TBC
Monday 4th April 6.15-8.00pm Training Wands
Wed 6th April Beddau Away 7.15pm KO
Saturday 9th April Ystrad Rhondda away-BA League 2.30 KO
Monday 11th April Training Wands 6.15-8.00pm
Wed 13th April Training Wands 6.15-8.00pm
Sat 16th April TBC
Monday 18th April Training Wands 6.15-8.00pm
Wednesday 20th April Training Wands 6.15-8.00pm
Sunday 24th April French club: Entente Coq Leguevinois Colomiers Rugby -19y team 2.30 KO
Weds 27th April second French Club: L'ailse 7.15pm KO
 
In addition to the above we are awaint dates of East District Cup and if we progress Welsh Cup and Cardiff and Vale Cups
 

12th March 2011.

Llandaff V Wands C&V Cup 2.30 KO

 

26th February 2011. Welsh Cup Game

Ynysybwl V Wands

Both sides took to the field unbeaten in all competitions this year- someones record had to give- Again Wands took  an early lead after sustained preasure on Ynysybwl and yet again took our foot off the pedal. The lead change hands throughout a hard fought game with the Wands Backs finally proving too strong in attack in th efinal minutes Wands won 22-16- Ynysybwl were a credit to their club.

 

A depleted squad travelled to the Saracens to play the DA league leaders  in a friendly- having taken the lead early on Wanderers took their foot off the pedal and allowed the Saracens back into the game- Saracens 21 Wanderers 12

19th February 2011- Newport Saracens Away in a friendly- this is a clash of the league leaders from the BA DA- please be at the club for 12.00 sharp.

 

Great win over a plucky Blackwood side- despit ethe fact that at one time we had nine front row players on the pitch at one time- great spirit and Thanks to Blackwood for the loan of the kit- look forward to seeing you at home.

5th February 2011

Blackwood away 2.30 Ko be at the club for 12.00 sharp

 

26th February 2011

Next Round of the Welsh Cup will be against the unbeaten Ynysybwl away on the Rec. 2.30pm KO

 

The Defence of the Welsh Cup got off to a great start in this local Derby. Rumney started the game with great gusto and the first twenty minutes remained really tight. Finally after two penanlties converted by Josh Hurely the Wands started to get control of the game- both forwards and backs linking and set piece both scrum and lineout being dominant.  lots of players contending for man of the match but Ciaron Driscoll on the mend from injury was powerfull in attack and defence. Wands Won 47-0

 

 

29th January 2011 Welsh Cup Game Wands V Rumney KO 2.30pm Llandaff Playing Fields- be at club for 12.00 sharp.

 

Good win over Dinas Powys in the East District cup 30-7.

 

22nd January 2011 Dinas Powys Away- East District Cup- be at the club for 12.30 sharp- KO 2.30pm

 

 

Featuring several Argentinian Internationals La Tablada began their European tour in France with an empatic win over the Paris based  side SCUF 35-10. Lifted by this Victory they arrived in Cardiff on Saturday to prepare for their targeted game against the Welsh Youth Champions GWRFC.  The ingredients were there for a compeling game.  The Drama started on Monday night when with just a few hours notice we had to find an alternative venue to the Memorial Ground.

 

Thanks to Maesteg RFC and a million phone calls  the fixture had to be moved from the Memorial Ground to Maesteg RFC at two hours’ notice- Massive thanks to Maesteg. The Argentinian side comprised of 4 internationals gave us one of the hardest and most physical games in recent time- our pack whilst smaller had the upper hand in the set piece- taking three scrums against the head. Great event played in a great spirit- well-done all. Man of the Match JB Bruzilia. Wands Win 24-20 with a try scored in the last minute by Wands Hooker Jo Page.

 

Following a very late night La Tablada left Cardiff to travel to London to take on one of the Capitals top sides Saracens on the 20th January 2011- In another close game La Tablada emerged victors winning by 17-12.

 

Of course we have asked Kev Tee from Rugby World to arrange a fixture away to Saracens.

 

Have a safe tlrip home La Tablada your a credit to your region and thanks for beating the English  

 

Update for January 2011:

Monday 10th January Training

Wed 12th January Training

Saturday 15th January Wands V Rumney Welsh Cup

Monday17th January 2011

Wands V La Tablada (Argentina)

Glamorgan Wanderers Youth v La Tablada Youth (Argentina) - There are 50 in the tour party including officials/parents who will be visiting Cardiff. The La Tablada squad will train on Sunday morning the 16th January and play on Monday evening the 17th January 2011 at Glamorgan Wanderers, followed by a post match reception / meal. KO 7.15pm

 

Wed 19th January Training

Saturday 22nd January Dinas Powys away East District Cup

Monday 24th January Training

Wed 26th January Training

Saturday 29th January Wands V Rumney League game.

Monday 31st January Training. 

 

Tonights game has been postponed 26/11/10

 

Friday 26th November 2010- Llanharan V Wands. Please be at the club for 5.15pm KO 7.15pm dress up warm.

 

24th November Merthyr V Wands- Great win of the boys on a cold Merthyr night Wands win 23-12. Game played in a great spirit-  nice to have a fulll set of backs -speeedy recovery to the injured Merthyr players.

 

24th November 2010 Merthyr V Wands- KO 7.15pm Please be at the club for 5.30pm-

 

We are all so sorry to hear the news of the sad loss of Lewis Clark, Capatin of Pontyclun Youth our thoughts and prayers are with Lewis's family and all at Pontyclun. We will be observing a minutes silience before the game tomorrow. 

 

 

 

30th October 2010 Wands V Beddau RFC BA League Wands 22- 7 Beddau- another win fo this young Wanderers side- wearing their new kit sponsored by BRACE'S Bakery Wands dug deep to win against a battling Beddau side- having four scrumhalfs on the pitch led to some moments of magic and moments of madness  

 

Lloyd Thomas Vice Captain gets his first start for the firsts see full report on www.glamorganwanderers.co.uk Congratulation Lloyd on getting the man of the Match against Carmarthen Quinns

 

BA League Rumney 3- 30 Wands, Wands win the local Cardiff Derby is convincing style. Despite a spirited and keenly contested game the Wands continue their unbeaten run in all competition games. Next game Beddau Home 30th October 2010 at the Memorial ground.

 

Wed 17th November 2010 Wands V Penallta 7.30pm KO

Wed 24th November 2010 Merthyr V Wands BA League 7.30 KO

 

Wands remain top of the BA League following a win over Ystrad Rhondda 52-17. Great cutting lines and defence from man of the match Lloyd Thomas typified a fast paced game.

 

9th October 2010 

Wands V Ystrad Rhondda BA League

2.30pm Ko at LLandaff Fields- please be at the club for 12.00 sharp 

 

26th September 2010- Great Win over Pontyclun, good start poor middle great finish Wands win 47-0

 

The Second round of the East District cup has been drawn and we have St Peters away- game to be played before the 2nd November 2010. ( this is now a bye as St Peters have withdrawn from the competition)

 

26th September 2010- First game in the BA Leauge- Pontyclun away- be at the club for 11.30. Please note that KO is 1.30 at the bottom Pontclyn pitch- not at the Pontyclun club house.

 

18/09/10 Cardiff and Vale Cup first round

 

St Peters V Wands - Wands win in convincing style in 43 minutes- St Peter 5- Wands 57. outstanding game by m.o.m John Lewis.

 

11/09/10 East District Cup First Round Llandaff North V Wands- Wands win 53-3 in a record time for the Wands-role on round two.

 

8th September 2010 Bargoed Home Great Win for the Wands against a very disciplined and skillful Bargoed side- great entertainment for the large crowd with the Wands Winning 13-8

 

 

4th September First Game of the Season Croesyciliog RFC Away Great win for the Wands on a tiny pitch got the season off to a great start

 

 

 

RAF CAREERS BA YOUTH LEAGUE 2010/11

1. Glamorgan Wanderers

2. Beddua

3. Merthyr

4. Pontyclun

5. Rumney

6. Ystrad Rhondda

 

Webb Ellis Youth Cup

2010/2011

 

Preliminary Round – 9th October 2010

 

1.

HOW 3

v

Croesyceiliog

2.

Carmarthen Quins

v

Haverfordwest

3.

Llangennech

v

HOW 2

4.

Bargoed

v

Penallta

 

First Round – 18th December 2010

 

1.

Waunarlwydd

v

Newport Saracens

2.

Crymych

v

Bonymaen

3.

Hendy

v

West Carms. 2

4.

Caernarfon

v

Burry Port/Lampeter

5.

Winner of Match 2

v

Winner of Match 4

6.

Ynysybwl

v

Llanharan

7.

Winner of Match 1

v

Rhyl

8.

Beddau

v

Gorseinon

9.

Whitland

v

Llandovery

10.

Winner of Match 3

v

St. Josephs

11.

Ruthin

v

Caerphilly

12.

Glamorgan Wanderers

v

Rumney

13.

Abercrave

v

Bridgend Athletic

14.

HOW 1

v

Tondu

15.

Kenfig Hill

v

Briton Ferry/Corus

16.

Ystradgynlais

v

Cwmbran

 

 

Looking for Pre-Season games 2010/11 if your interested please contact Chris Dowell-Bennett through chrisdowben@aol.com

 

Welsh Youth cup Champions 2009/10

 

Cardiff and Vale Cup Champions 2009/10

 

East District Cup Champions 2009/10

BA League Champions 2009/10

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Champion of champions finalists 2009/10

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Welcome to GWRFC Youth where no individual is bigger than the team, but the team will make each individual bigger than they were and set them on the road to where their potential will lead them.

 

NEWS:

 

BA League 1st October 2011

Wands 25-8 Pontyclun

This was the first game of the BA League this season for the Wands current league champions. The build up to the game was fraught with issues, sudden reversal of the fixture, referee injured 24 hours before KO, rooms booked out for parties, most of our Blues players being told they could not play at short notice and the hottest October day on record. 

Everyone arrived early for the game and having had to make last minute adjustments to the starting squad the boys were in a confident mood- too confident, we failed to show a very fired up and hugely motivated Pontyclun the respect that they deserved. Within 5 minutes we were a try and penalty down. Shocked by the start we failed to settle into our game plan and played some really poor rugby culminating in a double red card incident  11 minutes before half time- following a driving maul the Pontyclun flanker and Wanderers prop got into an exchange which left the referee with no alternative other them to send them both off- this with a stern half time talk was the spur the boys needed and promising future star Jose Kabila took the game by the scruff of the next and smashed the defence with a number of his trade mark bullocking runs  . In the second half we settled more into our game plan scoring three try’s two conversions and two penalties . The last 20 minutes witnessed the difference in fitness between the two sides with wanderers enjoying the bulk of the procession. 

A big thanks to the referee for allowing so many water breaks.

Man of the Match Jose Kabila.

 

Next Game Bath away

 

Training is on Monday and Wednesday each week 6.15pm till 8.00pm at Glamorgan Wanderers, new players are always welcome- If your coming to University in Cardiff or just moving to the area and want to play youth rugby to a high level come and join in.

 

 

The Wanderers youth Coaching staff have agreed to a number of joint training sessions with Cowbridge youth. The aim will be to enable players who enjoy rugby to play at all levels- those who are capable of playing at the highest level will be identified and supported whilst those who wish to develop their skills and also enjoy the more social side of rugby will also be given every opportunity. All players will benefit for top class coaching and sills development sessions where we can all learn from each other.

 

 

 

"Wanderers confirm Youth superiority

23 May 2011, 4:00 pm
By WRU
Glamorgan Wanderers Youth and Ruthin Youth contested the National Youth League Final on an excellent playing surface at Cross Key yesterday.
After successful seasons in their respective Regional Leagues these two teams had fought through the League and Play Off system involving more than 170 teams to play in the match.

The experienced Glamorgan Wanderers Youth team beat Ruthin 49-10 points to take the League title to add to the National Cup they won earlier in the month.

The score-line however does not reflect the effort, commitment and skill exhibited by a Ruthin team handicapped by the loss of some players and a long journey. Ruthin Youth were a credit to their club and the North Wales Youth League.

Glamorgan Wanderers started the match in fine form with a number of sweeping movements combining backs and forwards. They scored two early tries by Lloyd Chalk, converted by Josh Hurley to build a lead that they did not lose.

Ruthin exerted some pressure on the Wanderers as the half went on and gained reward with a try.

Before half time the Wanderers extended their lead when No.8 and captain Dan Crimmins powered his way over for his team's third try. With the successful conversion from outside half Hurley the Cardiff based team held a 21-5 lead at the interval.

In the second half the Wanderers pulled away from their northern rivals with two tries from speedy wing Rhys Allin, Crimmins again and second row Will Higgins. All of these tries were converted by Josh Hurley.

It was he, and scrum half JB Bruzulier who controlled the match for Glamorgan Wanderers and earned Hurley the Man of the Match award.

The spirit in the Ruthin team was epitomised by their second try in the last five minutes of the match by centre Jac Williams.

Glamorgan Wanderers Youth, who have developed under head coach Stuart Baird into a strong physical team with outstanding running skills, deserve the League title that eluded them last season.

As League and Cup Champions Glamorgan Wanderers Youth are the best Youth side in Wales in the 2010/2011 season."

Thank You

 

Sunday will see the end of a long and thrilling season for the youth- it has been a great team effort from all the backroom staff to the coaches players and parents- outstanding or in the words of Ugi head coach "Quality"  . In saying this a special thank you has to go Miff and Steve from Barry RFC, Will from Dinas RFC and Richard from Cowbridge RFC for their support and loan of players at critical times to help us meet a punishing fixture list. If your looking to play youth rugby and don't feel ready yet for the Wanderers please contact one of these local clubs who will help you develop your skills and abilities.

 

 

"National Youth League Play Off Final

19 May 2011, 1:02 pm
By WRU
The RAF Careers National Youth Final will be contested between Glamorgan Wanderers Youth and Ruthin Youth on Sunday 22nd May at Pandy Park, Cross Keys. (KO 2.30pm).
Last Saturday Ruthin Youth, the Champions of Gogledd Cymru, had a close encounter at Llanidloes with Tondu Youth, the Ospreys champions, before running out winners 23-19.

On the same day at Llanharan, Glamorgan Wanderers Youth, the Champions of the Blues Region, beat Llangennech Youth, the title holders of the Scarlets region in a thrilling match.

Llangennech Youth scored four excellent tries to establish a 31-19 points half time lead. The tide turned dramatically in the second half as Glamorgan Wanderers Youth, although reduced to 14 men following a sending off, played exhilarating rugby to score seven unanswered tries to claim a 60-31 victory.

This dramatic win followed another strong second half performance by the Wanderers Youth against the Dragons champions Bargoed Youth earlier in the week in the first Play Off match at Bedwas. Glamorgan Wanderers secured this match winning 31-13, after being 13-7 down at half time.

Earlier this month Glamorgan Wanderers Youth beat Newport Saracens Youth in the Webb Ellis Youth Cup and on Sunday will be looking to take the League and Cup double that eluded them last season.

To do so they will need to play well against the talented outfit from Ruthin Youth which after playing 18 League fixtures dominated the North Wales Premier Youth division this season"

WRU

www.wru.co.uk

 

Glamorgan Wanderers retained the Webb Ellis trophy with a convincing win in the final.
Wanderers retain Youth cup
10 May 2011, 11:44 am
By WRU
In front of a sizeable and enthusiastic crowd on Saturday at the Millennium Stadium Glamorgan Wanderers beat Newport Saracens 26-11 points to retain the Webb Ellis Youth Cup.
Glamorgan Wanderers took an early lead after pressure from their pack. No.8 and Captain Daniel Crimmins used his power to cross the Saracens line for two close range tries in the first 10 minutes of the match. It was a lead that the Wanderers never surrendered.

After looking overawed in those early minutes Newport Saracens fought back, in particular through good interplay amongst their speedy backs. The Wanderers defence held firm despite the Saracens pressure and the Newport club's only success came from two penalties kicked by Sam Bevan.

In the second half the kicking of Josh Hurley, both at goal and from hand, kept the Wanderers in the box seat. Hurley had a haul of three penalties and a conversion and earned himself the Man of the Match title.

Halfway through the second period an adventurous move from the Wanderers saw Ioan Mortimer cross for a try wide out. That try sealed the victory for the Ely based team.

It also spurred Newport Saracens to greater efforts. To their credit the Saracens launched a series of exciting attacks before gaining their reward with a try from James Casey.

Glamorgan Wanderers will have little time to celebrate their victory as they will start their campaign in the National Youth League Play Offs with a difficult fixture with Bargoed at Bedwas. The Wanderers will be trying to capture the RAF League title that eluded them last season.  WRU 10th May 2011

www.wru.co.uk

 

 

Big thanks to our Main Sponors Brace's Bakery who have committed to 2010/11.

 

Sponsors for 2010/11

Braces Bakery

THE CAYO 36 Cathederal Road Cardiff www.cayoarms.co.uk

Pontyclun Car Saleswww.pontycluncarsales.co.uk

Concept Fire and Securitieswww.conceptfiresec.com

 

 

In addition to Braces we would Welcome anyone interested in sponsoring us for 2010/11

 

If your interested in sponsoring the most successful youth side the Wanderers have ever had please contact us

Latest News: 

 

It's official the 2009/10 squad is the most sucessful youth side the Wanderers has ever had and with the talent we have next year we can be the same if not go one better. Great season everyone from the players, parents, coaches, volunteers and sponsors. Especially a big thank you to Paul Dawson team manager who having served the club above and beyond the call of duty is stepping down- Thanks Paul from us all- you'll be a hard act to follow.

 

 

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Wands V Bridgend Athletic

Semi Final of the Webb Ellis Youth Cup

27th March 2010. KO 2.30

Venue Cearphilly RFC

entrance fee £3.00 per adult and £1.00 per Child OAP

 

Welsh Cup Semi Final

Wands 21-16 Bridgend Athletic

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