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    October 26

    Wales Release Player List for Autumn Internationals

    The Welsh squad for the Autumn internationals have been announced and is as follows:
     
    Wales Squad:

    OSPREYS: Paul James, Duncan Jones, Craig Mitchell, Huw Bennett, Alun Wyn Jones, Jonathan Thomas, Ryan Jones (Captain), Dan Biggar, James Hook, Shane Williams

    BLUES: Gethin Jenkins, Bradley Davies, Andy Powell, Sam Warburton, Martyn Williams, Gareth Cooper, Jamie Roberts, Tom Shanklin, Tom James, Leigh Halfpenney

    SCARLETS: Matthew Rees, Dafydd Jones, Martin Roberts, Stephen Jones, Jonathan Davies, Mark Jones

    DRAGONS: Luke Charteris, Dan Lydiate

    SALE SHARKS: Dwayne Peel
     
     
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    Senior Results - 24th October

    FYI
     
    Results from this weekends fixtures:
     
    Division One North
    Bro FFestiniog 17 Colwyn Bay 7
    Caernarfon 28 Denbigh 9
    Llangefni 35 Llandudno 8

    Nant Conwy 27 Mold 13
    Pwllheli 42 Ruthin 6

    Division Two North (Northern)
    Bethesda 12 Bala 13
    Rhos 8 Rhyl 27
    Wrexham 14 Bangor 0
     

    Division Two North (Southern)

    COBRA 9 Machynlleth 18

    Llanidloes 12 Dolgellau 13

    Newtown 42 Welshpool 13

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    2010 Festival

    Hello everyone,
     
    Following is some information regarding a festival which may be of interest to some clubs.
     

    Invitation to

    TRELLEBORG

    RUGBY FESTIVAL

     

     

    21st  – 22nd  of August 2010

     

    It is the 14th edition of this festival which will take place in Trelleborg at the south coast of Sweden. Since seven years, this is a cooperation between our municipality Trelleborg and Pingvin Rugby Club.

     

    Pingvin Rugby Club and Trelleborg invite following teams

     

    U11   (born -02 -- -99)   7 á side + 5                     2*10 min

    U13  (born -00 -- -97)   9 á side + 5                      2*10 min

    U15   (born -97 -- -95)   12 á side + 5                   2*12 min   

    U17   (born -95 -- -93)   13 á side + 5                   2*15 min

    Girls U15  (born -98 -- -95)     7 á side + 5           2*10 min

    Girls U17  (born -96 -- -93)     7 á side + 5           2*12 min

     

    Players born 1st of September - 31st of December are accepted four months older than officially rules. Note that girls are allowed to play mixed U11-U13.  

    Team presentation has to be verified with ID-card or passport when requested.

    All clubs have to bring a referee to the tournament for each level they participate, except U17. If not, it has to be communicated in advance and charged with 500 SEK.

     

    How to get here

    Trelleborg is quite a small city at the south coast of Sweden. Please visit www.trelleborg.se

    It is possible to arrive by flight to Malmö (Sturup airport) we will pick you up. If you arrive in Copenhagen, Denmark (Kastrup airport), we suggest that you book the train over the bridge to reach Malmö and the connection bus No. 146.

     

    Accomodation

    Trelleborg will be able to serve you accomodation depending on your preferences.

    The offers are to be found at the web site www.trelleborg.se/turism and has to be booked directly by your club.

    In case you prefer a cheaper alternative, it is possible to book  a classroom or athletic hall to sleep on floor, using your own bed arrangements brought with. Pls book this already when register your teams (50 SEK/night/person).

    We offer breakfast (30 SEK), lunch (60 SEK) and dinner (60 SEK) during the weekend also to be booked and payed in advance.

    During the tournament the club will offer coffee, tea, soft drinks, sweets and fast food.

     

    For questions and registration contact Louise Finnfors, phone No. +46-(0)703401621 or mail rugbyfestival2010@pingvin.nu Historical information of the tournament, together with photos are to be found at www.pingvin.nu

     

    Welcome to a Rugby Weekend at the South coast of Sweden – Trelleborg Rugby Festival 2010 ! 

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    Gogledd Cymru East u 14s - Fixture

    If you are able please come along and support Gogledd Cymru U14s who have a fixture against West Cheshire this coming Wednesday 28th October.
    Details are:
     
    North East Wales Under 14 v West Cheshire Under 14
     
    Date: 28th October 2009
     
    Venue: Ruthin RFC
     
    Kick Off: 7.15pm
     
    Please come along and support the future players of Gogledd Cymru
     
    Your chance to see some future stars of the future!!
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    October 20

    Provincial Development Day - 25th October

    Hello everyone,
     
    Just a quick message to all players and parents involved with the provincial U12, U13 and U14s age group teams. The venue for the development day on october 25th has changed.
     
    The new details and outline for the day are listed below:
     

    Venue: Glyndwr University (Wrexham) – meet at Sports hall, easiest access from ‘Sainsbury’s’ gate.

    Time: 10.30 -2.30 (all players)

     

    10.30 – 11.15am: Classroom based theory (aimed at appropriate ages)

    11.15 – 12.00pm: Testing (need as many coaches helpers as possible)

    12.00 – 12.30pm: Dinner (please ensure all players bring packed lunch and plenty of water **very important**)

    12.30 – 2.30pm: Aerobic, Anaerobic and strength exercise sessions (booklet will be supplied for children to take home

     

    Please pass these details onto other members of the teams, very important that all players attend. 
     
    Many Thanks
     
    Julian
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    September 14

    Results Saturday 12th September

    FYI results from this weekends fixtures.
     

     

    Div 1

    DENBIGH 11 Vs MOLD 62

    LLANGEFNI 14 Vs PWLLHELI 13

    BRO 5 Vs CAERNARFON 15

    RUTHIN 18 Vs LLANDUDNO 11

    COLWYN BAY 5 Vs NANT CONWY 47

     

    Div 2 (N)

    Bala 8 Vs Bethesda 11

    Bangor 3 Vs Wrexham 57

    Rhyl 65 Vs Rhos 0

     

    Div 2 (S)

    Dolgellau 29 Vs Llanidloes 8

    Mach 6 Vs COBRA 17

    Welshpool 22 Vs Newtown 26

     

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    September 10

    Gogledd Cymru Under 18's Line-up for Osprey's

    Congratulations to the boys below after making selection for the Osprey's fixture (Game is At Colwyn Bay Rugby Club on Sunday,13th September. 2.00pm KO)
     
    1. Ollie Hughes- Mold
    2. Gareth Morgan- Ruthin
    3. Ed Mason- Ruthin
    4. Tom Davies- Mold
    5. Jake Simm- Mold
    6. Gruff Jones- Wrexham
    7. Tom Parry- Pwllheli
    8. Owen Jones- Ruthin
    9. Will Morecombe- Rhyl
    10. Jac Williams- Ruthin
    11. Andre Channer-Hughes- Nant Conwy
    12. Sean Condon- Rhyl
    13. Nicci Hughes- Mold
    14. Ian Ellis- Bro Ffestiniog
    15. Jonny Hughes- Bangor
    16. Iwan Phillips- Exiles
    17. Alex Schwarz- Mold
    18. Will Mitchelmore- Ruthin
    19. Josh Woods- Mold
    20. Jac Matthews- Exiles
    21. John Evans- Exiles
    22. Chris Holmes- Mold
    23. Matt Bevan- Bala
    24. Liam Mannion- Exiles
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    September 09

    Gogledd Seniors set to play 1st fixture of season.

    Gogledd Cymru host Loughborough University next week at Parc Eirias, kicking off at 7.30pm.

    This is the side's first game of the season, and as such will be a 'Bring a Friend Night'. This means that two adults or students arriving together are admitted for the price of one.

    Make a date in your diary -

    Wednesday 16th September @ Parc Eirias, Colwyn Bay

    Ticket prices: Stands £7, Terraces £5 (£3 for students). Under-16s are admitted free of charge.

     

    For more information, visit www.northwalesrugby.co.uk..
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    Gogledd Cymru Under 18's - Osprey's encounter set to be tough test for North Wales side.

    Gogledd Cymru Under 18s play their first home-game of the Regional Age-Grade Championship this Sunday when they face the Neath/Swansea Ospreys at Colwyn Bay Rugby Club.
     
    The North Wales youngsters will be looking to use the game to kick-start their campaign,having suffered a heavy 41-0 defeat away to the Scarlets in their opening match of the championship. A game in which they did not play well and from which hopefully they will have learnt much.
     
    Unfortunately it does not promise to get any easier against an Ospreys squad which contains within it a large number of internationals,including Tom Prydie,who the Ospreys management have already said they envisage playing for their senior side before the end of the season. 
     
    However last seasons home match against the Ospreys was probably the Gogledd Cymru Under 18 Teams most competitive performance of the season,and there is no doubt that Head Coach Les Byrne will be looking for a similar effort on Sunday.
     
    The Gogledd Cymru squad will be announced after Wednesday nights training session in Ruthin.
     
    Kick off is 2pm and hopefully there will be a large crowd to urge the Gogledd Cymru side on.
     
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    Senior Results from Weekend 5th September

    Below are the results from the opening weekend matches played in the Region.


    Division 1 North

    Caernarfon 63-6 Colwyn Bay

    Llandudno 20-16 Denbigh

    Mold 23-16 Llangefni

    Nant Conwy 23-13 Ruthin

    Pwllheli 60-22 Bro Ffestiniog

     

    Division 2 North (North)

    Bala 102-0 Bangor

    Bethesda 24-17 Rhyl

    Rhos 14-24 Wrexham

     

    Division 2 North (South)

    COBRA 25-20 Newtown

    Dolgellau 43-0 Welshpool

    Llanidloes 36-17 Machynlleth

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    September 02

    Gogledd Cymru U16's - Prop Forwards

    To all clubs,

     

    Gogledd Cymru Under 16's are currently on the look out for props (2) and hooker (1). If your club has players with the potential to play at the level required at this age grade (opposition include age grade teams at the Scarlets, Cardiff Blues, Osprey's and Dragons) then please email me their details.

     

     The deadline for nominations is Monday 7th September, 2009.

     

    Julian Ferrari

    jferrari@wru.co.uk

    07789 277 832

     

     

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    Clive Griffiths Coach Education Evening

    Hi everyone,
     
    For those of you who attended the Clive griffiths coach education evening in Colwyn Bay (or for those who would like a copy) I now have the powerpoint presentation he used for the evening. If you would like a copy please email me (please indicate your club if applicable) and I'll send it across.
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    September 01

    Gogledd 18's suffer heavy defeat.

    SCARLETS 41 - 0 GOGLEDD CYMRU

    Sunday August 30th 2009

     

     
    At a damp and breezy Llandovery RFC, Gogledd Cymru Under 18s started their regional age-grade championship campaign with a heavy defeat at the hands of a Scarlets Team containing 5 internationals. Although getting of to a solid enough start to the match a 10 minute period a quarter of the way into the match, saw the Scarlets run up 17 unanswered points, and after that it was always going to be an uphill battle for the Gogledd Cymru Team.  
     
    Although the pack, where Tom Parry ( Pwlhelli) and Gareth Morgan ( Ruthin) in particular stood out, battled valiantly throughout, particularly in the contact area, they were out muscled physically in the set-piece and as a result whatever possession the backs did receive was almost always on the backfoot, and the Scarlets were to cross the whitewash a further 2 more times in the first-half.
     
    With the wind behind them in the second half the Gogledd Cymru Team did achieve greater territorial parity and despite conceding 2 more tries, were unlucky not to be awarded a score of their own when in the final minute of the game Tom Parry ( Pwlhelli ) appeared to touchdown but with the referee unsighted a 5 metre attacking scrum was the decision. 
     
    Nor does it get any easier for the Gogledd Cymru Team as their next match on Sunday 13th September at Colwyn Bay RFC,sees them face last years Under 18 Champions, the Neath/Swansea Ospreys.

     

    (Match report courtesy of http://www.geocities.com/districtjrugby/ )

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    August 28

    North Wales Rugby - The Next Step



    North Wales Rugby: The Next Step
    28 August 2009, 4:31 pm
    By WRU (taken from Welsh Rugby Union Website: wru.co.uk)

    The Welsh Rugby Union has announced a series of major initiatives aimed at the continued development of the game in North Wales in line with the strategic plan for the area as a development Region
    The proposals include launching a North Wales Rugby Academy and an innovative plan to introduce Rugby Canada international players to the development region's representative team.

    The WRU has been working with partners including Rugby Canada and the IRB, and subject to approval from the Board of Rugby Canada next month, this proposal will be launched in January 2010.

    The Board of the Welsh Rugby Union has also awarded club status to the Gogledd Cymru representative team in order to allow the side to develop strategically within the governance of the WRU.

    Under the WRU and Rugby Canada initiative, it is proposed that a number of players, funded by Canada, will be based in north Wales to play for the region.

    They will form the basis of the representative squad which will be completed with individuals from within north Wales.

    The scheme is projected to last for up to five years and the number of Canadians in north Wales will be reduced year on year as the academy system delivers more quality players into the north Wales system.

    The initiative is designed to offer the north Wales team an opportunity to compete for a chance to achieve Premiership status within a realistic time-scale.

    The plan is linked to existing developments which include the identification of Parc Eirias in Colwyn Bay as the home base of the club with the full support of Conwy County Borough Council. It will also be the home of the new North Wales Rugby Academy.

    A non-profitable Cooperative Community Interest Company has been established to maximise financial and operational support for the development of representative rugby.

    The North Wales Rugby Academy will provide a focus for a sustainable pathway for players and coaches in north Wales which builds on existing development programmes within the region.

    That means the major areas of player development including all technical, tactical, psychological, physical and lifestyle support will be fully available and operational within the North Wales Rugby Academy programme.

    The Welsh Rugby Union has described the initiatives as a clear indication of the desire to maximise the development of all players, coaches and match officials from North Wales as outlined in the WRU strategic plan.

    The Rugby Canada Board meets in September where the financial aspects of the initiative to bring Canadian internationals to Wales will be looked at in depth.

    The scheme is also seen as a means to help Rugby Canada utilise the WRU structure to develop its own current international player base.

    WRU Head of Rugby, Performance and Development Joe Lydon said, "These measures have been put in place in order to accelerate the progression of Rygbi Gogledd Cymru as a team, and the identification and development of rugby in North Wales.

    "Bringing young, Canadian squad players to North Wales will enable the north Wales team to be a competitive, semi-professional level side almost immediately. It will enable attractive fixtures to take place at Parc Eirias, which will hopefully help to increase the interest and participation levels in rugby in North Wales.

    "Our aim throughout this is to raise the standard of rugby players in north Wales for the long term and the establishment of an academy in north Wales will help to identify and nurture that talent for the future, while at the same time, they will be exposed to a high standard of competitive rugby.

    "There will also be a clear benefit to Canada, a development rugby nation."

    Peredur Jenkins, WRU Board member for north Wales said:

    "The north Wales rugby community welcomes these exciting and innovative plans. They will provide an opportunity for north Wales based players to achieve their full potential within the region. The flow of players from this region to the national teams at all levels will undoubtedly increase. These developments are the result of a close working partnership between the WRU, North Wales Rugby Council, Conwy Borough County Council and the Gogledd Cymru CIC - all parties striving to fulfill the strategies and goals of the WRU's Strategic Plan for North Wales."

    WRU Group Chief Executive Roger Lewis said "Rugby is the national sport of Wales. It defines us as a nation. The strategy for Rygbi Gogledd Cymru is vitally important not only for our rugby development but also for the unity of Wales."

    Rygbi Gogledd Cymru chairman Kenton Morgan said:

    "Being recognised as a club is another step in our implementation of the WRU strategic plan.

    "Conwy County Borough Council's support in the development of Parc Eirias and the consequent regeneration potential for Colwyn Bay has been of tremendous benefit to this relationship. This new WRU plan fits our innovative approach to the progression of north Wales rugby and dovetails the needs of Gogledd Cymru with those of Rugby Canada.

    "Canadian players will benefit massively from these high quality fixtures and the rugby culture of the region, which although less well recognised, is just as passionate, as that in other areas of Wales. They will be young men, away from home and we look forward to welcoming them into the team and to facilitating mutual rugby development and friendships."

    Cllr Dilwyn Roberts, Leader, Conwy County Borough Council said, "This is a very exciting announcement for rugby in north Wales. We are delighted to be part of the project and we believe it will help to inspire and encourage more young people to participate and will help develop the sport in the region."

    IRB Head of Development and Performance Mark Egan said, "This is an excellent initiative which will offer young players from both nations the opportunity to achieve their full potential and, if approved in full, will clearly benefit rugby in both Wales and Canada."

    Geraint John, High Performance Director, Rugby Canada said, "We are excited and hopeful this project will be able to proceed because of the clear benefits it will deliver to both Wales and Canada by helping to develop our young players."


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    August 27

    Gogledd Cymru Under 16's Sunday Lineup

    Below is the line up for Gogledd Cymru Under 16's match against the Scarlets.
     
     

    Shirt

    Player Name

    Club

    1

    WILLIAMS

    Josh

    Mold RFC

    2

    KIRBY

    Ryan

    Mold RFC

    3

    SIMPSON

    Joe "Snitch"

    Bangor RFC

    4

    FRANCIS

    Maredydd

    Whitchurch RFC

    5

    MEADOWS  (c)

    Jacob

    Pwllheli RFC

    6

    EVANS

    Llion

    Llandudno RFC

    7

    CROWE

    Elliott

    Llandudno RFC

    8

    JONES

    Robert

    Llandudno RFC

    9

    ROBERTS

    Phylip

    Ruthin RFC

    10

    BLACKMORE

    Jason

    Rhyl RFC

    11

    EVANS

    Aron

    Llangefni RFC

    12

    JONES

    Michael

    Ruthin RFC

    13

    RICHARDS

    Matt

    Ruthin RFC

    14

    BACKSHALL

    Sam

    Nant Conwy RFC

    15

    BRITTAIN

    Teddy

    Llanidloes RFC

    16

    EVANS

    Rhodri

    Caernarfon RFC

    17

    GOSS

    Damian

    Flint RFC

    18

    EVANS

    Rob

    Wrexham RFC

    19

    GWYN

    Aaron

    Caernarfon RFC

    20

    WILLIAMS

    Rhys

    Mold RFC

    21

    WEAVER

    Lewys

    Rhyl RFC

    22

    BAGSHAW

    Afon

    Flint RFC

     
    The match will be played at Llandovery RFC - Sunday 30th August - KO 2:00pm. Please support if you're able.
     

    Llandovery RFC

    Church Bank

    Llandovery,

    Dyfed,

    SA20 0DT

    Phone No. 01550 721 389

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    Flintshire Under 15's schoolboys

    FYI
     
    Flintshire training has been moved to Argoed H.S. on Monday (September 31st), 2 > 4 pm, due to a double booking of the original venue. Please pass this message onto players in the squad.
     
    Many Thanks
     
    Stewart Milne
     
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    Gogledd Cymru Under 18's Sunday Lineup.

    Below is the line up for Gogledd Cymru Under 18's match against the Scarlets.
     
    1. John Evans Exiles
    2. Gareth Morgan Ruthin
    3. Ed Mason Ruthin
    4. Gruff Jones Wrexham
    5. Jake Simms Mold
    6. Chris Holmes Mold
    7. Tom Parry Pwlhelli
    8. Owen Jones Ruthin
    9. Alex Schwarz Mold
    10. Jac Williams Ruthin
    11. Andre Channer-Hughes Nant Conwy
    12. Nikki Hughes Mold
    13. Ian Ellis Bro Festiniog
    14. Andrrew Oakden Exiles
    15. Jonny Hughes Bangor
    16. Jac Matthews Exiles
    17. Matt Bevan Bala
    18. Ollie Hughes Mold
    19. JOsh Woods Rhyl
    20. Jacob Weaver-Jones Welshpool
    21. Henry Roberts Rhyl
    22. Will Mitchelmore Ruthin
     
    After the hard work put into the preparation for this season I'm confident we'll get a good result.
     
    The match will be played at Llandovery RFC - Sunday 30th August - KO 2:30pm. Please support if you're able.
     

    Llandovery RFC

    Church Bank

    Llandovery,

    Dyfed,

    SA20 0DT

    Phone No. 01550 721 389

     
     
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    August 26

    Reminder - Last years permit players

    The following clubs had players playing under permit which expired on the 31st of May this year, those players need to be transfered, close season transfer deadline is September 1st, you will be penalised for playing other clubs registered players.
     
    CAERNARFON (1), COLWYN BAY (1), BANGOR (1), LLANDUDNO (1), MOLD (3), NANT CONWY (1), RHYL(2).
     
    Keith Hulse
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    August 24

    Coach Development Programme

    Hello everyone,
     
    Following the success of the three provincial coach education evenings and based on the topics put forward by the coaches in attendance, I can now confirm several more dated for the diary.
     
    2nd November, 2009 - Level 1 coaches only - content: planning sessions, game sense approach to coaching.
    30th November, 2009 - Level 2 coaches only - content: tbc
     
    18th January, 2010 - open to all coaches - Scrum and Lineout.  
    15th March, 2010 - open to all coaches - Backline from Set Piece.
    17th May, 2010 - open to all coaches - Handling and Decision Making.
    19th July, 2010 - open to all coaches - Conditioning / Fitness.
     
    No venues have yet been decided / confirmed. If your club would like to host one or several of the evenings please let me know. They will run from 7.00pm - 8.30pm, all are a Monday. Venue confirmation will be forwarded once agreed.  
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    August 23

    Club Affiliation - Reminder

    Please note the extract from the WRU Constitution regarding affiliation and registration

     

    1.      Registration

     

    1.1     Clubs are to register their intention to administer team(s) at specific age groups for the coming season with their Welsh Rugby Union District Junior Association by 1st August each year; or as soon as possible when new team(s) are planned. No club team may register more than 35 players in an age group squad.

     

    1.2     All players who represent a Club shall be registered as a member of the Club via the relevant Welsh Rugby Union District Junior Association.

     

     

    THE FOLLOWING CLUBS HAVE NOT AFFILIATED TO THE WRU

     

    BRO FFESTINIOG

    DOLGELLAU

    FLINT

    LLANGOLLEN

    MACHYNLLETH

    MOLD

    PWLLHELI

    RHOS

     

    If any of the above clubs wish to play fixtures or register players this season they need to affiliate before the end of this month.

     

    Keith Hulse

     

    North Wales Junmior Association

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