Don't forget, The Eve Of Six Nations Ball has been confirmed for Saturday January 31st at the Marriott Hotel.
Tickets are available now from Claire or Helen at £35 each, so let them know how many tickets you want for your table.
It's going to be a cracking night out & we can all enjoy a great party while raising some useful funds for the boys
Rugby superstar ROBERT JONES will be our guest speaker and THE CONTENDERS will keep the party rocking till midnight!!
Sunday, 21 December 2008
Thursday, 18 December 2008
New Years Eve Get Together!!!!!
Hi all,Lee Bateman has asked me to inform you all that a get together for all the families is being planned for New Years Eve!
Anyone interested in going along to the upstairs function room of the Mumbles Conservative club (even if just for an hour or so) should get in touch with Lee and Tracy as they need to have an idea of numbers in order to plan cost of DJ etc.
Lee estimates a family cost of £15 should do it,with everyone attending taking along some buffet style food etc.
Its a really nice idea if you don't already have plans as it allows the adults and kids to enjoy a great social occasion without much expense!!
Lee's mobile no is 07743559051
MERRY CHRISTMAS TO YOU ALL AND HAPPY NEW YEAR TO THOSE OF YOU WHO CAN'T MAKE IT !!
Anyone interested in going along to the upstairs function room of the Mumbles Conservative club (even if just for an hour or so) should get in touch with Lee and Tracy as they need to have an idea of numbers in order to plan cost of DJ etc.
Lee estimates a family cost of £15 should do it,with everyone attending taking along some buffet style food etc.
Its a really nice idea if you don't already have plans as it allows the adults and kids to enjoy a great social occasion without much expense!!
Lee's mobile no is 07743559051
MERRY CHRISTMAS TO YOU ALL AND HAPPY NEW YEAR TO THOSE OF YOU WHO CAN'T MAKE IT !!
Tuesday, 9 December 2008
Dog Fight In Fall Bay (Sunday 7th Dec)
We all enjoyed a superb game of rugby this morning,down at F.B. It turned out to be a very close contest with the forwards slugging it out throughout!! Both defences were tight and there was very little opportunity for our silky backs to do any damage.
Sam Jones got our first try,playing up the slope,showing great power and determination to force his way over the line.George Jawad powered his way over twice in the second half to bring the scores level at 15 all, with a good five minutes left to play.
Needless to say, the last few moments were very tense,with both sides pushing for the vital winning score and our defence in particular ,was quite simply immense!!! Everyone put their bodies on the line as F.B came at us and it looked as if they were going to sneak over in the corner with the ref already having called 'last play', but Harry saw the danger and slammed the would be scorer into touch right on the try line with a crunching hit!!
All the coaches were extremely proud of the boys and feel we are building something pretty special with this squad.They are a great bunch of lads and have really started to play for each other.
Well done to all of you,have a nice rest over Christmas and lets see what we can achieve in 2009!!
Final score 15-15
tries: Sam, George J (2)
cons none attempted
MOM was Rhydian George (he was everywhere!!--- as usual)
Sam Jones got our first try,playing up the slope,showing great power and determination to force his way over the line.George Jawad powered his way over twice in the second half to bring the scores level at 15 all, with a good five minutes left to play.
Needless to say, the last few moments were very tense,with both sides pushing for the vital winning score and our defence in particular ,was quite simply immense!!! Everyone put their bodies on the line as F.B came at us and it looked as if they were going to sneak over in the corner with the ref already having called 'last play', but Harry saw the danger and slammed the would be scorer into touch right on the try line with a crunching hit!!
All the coaches were extremely proud of the boys and feel we are building something pretty special with this squad.They are a great bunch of lads and have really started to play for each other.
Well done to all of you,have a nice rest over Christmas and lets see what we can achieve in 2009!!
Final score 15-15
tries: Sam, George J (2)
cons none attempted
MOM was Rhydian George (he was everywhere!!--- as usual)
Friday, 5 December 2008
QUIZ NITE TONIGHT (Dec 5th) !!!!!!!!!
Just a note to let you all know that there is a quiz night being held at the club this evening.
It's been arranged by the under 9's but is open to EVERYONE!!! ,- so if you fancy stretching the brain cells, why not get down there and give it a shot (or maybe drink a couple of shots).
It's been arranged by the under 9's but is open to EVERYONE!!! ,- so if you fancy stretching the brain cells, why not get down there and give it a shot (or maybe drink a couple of shots).
Tuesday, 2 December 2008
Super Sunday Gower challenge!!!!!
Sharks and Stingrays will enjoy the opportunity to play Fall bay and South Gower down at Fall Bay this Sunday.!!!! Oh yes,plenty of highly competitive egg chasing for all!
We will need to arrive for about 10 o clock,and will have to be prepared to 'go with the flow' as its S Gower's fixture so wrap up warm and make sure you bring your flasks of tea etc.
As its our last fixture before Christmas,it'll be nice for us all to get together for a J20 after the game while the boys tuck into the dogs.!
Please let me know if anyone is unavailable/injured ASAP
SEE YOU AT THE CHRISTMAS PARTY AT THE STADIUM ON SATURDAY!!!!!!!!!!
LETS HOPE THE OSPREYS GET MAXIMUM POINTS AND RUN IN PLENTY OF TRIES
We will need to arrive for about 10 o clock,and will have to be prepared to 'go with the flow' as its S Gower's fixture so wrap up warm and make sure you bring your flasks of tea etc.
As its our last fixture before Christmas,it'll be nice for us all to get together for a J20 after the game while the boys tuck into the dogs.!
Please let me know if anyone is unavailable/injured ASAP
SEE YOU AT THE CHRISTMAS PARTY AT THE STADIUM ON SATURDAY!!!!!!!!!!
LETS HOPE THE OSPREYS GET MAXIMUM POINTS AND RUN IN PLENTY OF TRIES
Monday, 1 December 2008
LAND OF THE GIANTS?
This weekend we came up against a genetically modified team from Pencoed who fielded a very large pack. We were under pressure right from start and at one point the pitch resembled a battlefield with several Mumbles players having to leave the action.
Despite conceding some early tries the Stingrays tackled bravely and played some good rugby throughout the match scoring 2 tries in the second half through Connor and George.
No doubt it was a very tough morning but the coaches were heartened with the commitment shown by the boys to the very end.
MUMBLES 12 PENCOED 47
Man of the match and player of the month - George J for some outstanding performances over the last month.
NO TRAINING ON WEDNESDAY!!!
Despite conceding some early tries the Stingrays tackled bravely and played some good rugby throughout the match scoring 2 tries in the second half through Connor and George.
No doubt it was a very tough morning but the coaches were heartened with the commitment shown by the boys to the very end.
MUMBLES 12 PENCOED 47
Man of the match and player of the month - George J for some outstanding performances over the last month.
NO TRAINING ON WEDNESDAY!!!
Christmas party details!!!
Meet in the reception of West Stand for 1.15pm on Sat. We will then go to the Vetch Suite on level One at 1.30. Food will be served around 2.30 (bar avail for adults) and a guest speaker will come to see the boys approx 3 o clock ( someone like Duncan Jones -one of the injured players).
3.15 - we take our seats for the game!
After the match (5ish), we go back into the suite and wait for the players to change etc. Someone will be available to make sure the boys then get autographs and photos etc ,as the players arrive on level one before going for their post match meal.!
We will make individual collection arrangements for the players attending without adults.
Huw
3.15 - we take our seats for the game!
After the match (5ish), we go back into the suite and wait for the players to change etc. Someone will be available to make sure the boys then get autographs and photos etc ,as the players arrive on level one before going for their post match meal.!
We will make individual collection arrangements for the players attending without adults.
Huw
Friday, 28 November 2008
MATCH v PENCOED SUN 30th NOV 2008
THIS WEEKEND THERE WILL BE TWO MATCHES AGAINST PENCOED (plenty of game time for everyone). THE GAMES WILL BE PLAYED AT BISHOPSTON SCHOOL. MEET AT 10.45AM FOR 11.30 KICK OFF. THE START IS LATER THAN NORMAL DUE TO THE NUMBER OF TEAMS AND LACK OF PITCHES.
PENCOED WILL BE JOINING US AT THE RUGBY CLUB AFTER THE GAMES SO PLEASE MAKE EVERY EFFORT TO ATTEND.
TEAMS WILL BE SELECTED ON THE DAY.
PENCOED WILL BE JOINING US AT THE RUGBY CLUB AFTER THE GAMES SO PLEASE MAKE EVERY EFFORT TO ATTEND.
TEAMS WILL BE SELECTED ON THE DAY.
Christmas party @ Liberty Stadium Dec 6th!!
All the money MUST be in this weekend so that definite numbers can be confirmed,and tickets arranged etc.
Remember £5 per squad member,£11 for a child (non squad member) and £35 for adults.
Remember £5 per squad member,£11 for a child (non squad member) and £35 for adults.
Sunday, 23 November 2008
Stingrays 38 South Gower 5
A muddy morning over at Bish with plenty to play for against our local rivals South Gower. Certainly not a day for pretty rugby and the forwards tore into the Gower pack straight from the start. With the pack dominating throughout, Stingrays recorded a comfortable victory. More of the same will be required against a very good Pencoed side next week!!!!
Tries:- Callum,George J (3),Joe Phillips (2)
conv:- Callum (4)
MOM was awarded to Ewan Gully for a strong all round display in attack and defence!
Tries:- Callum,George J (3),Joe Phillips (2)
conv:- Callum (4)
MOM was awarded to Ewan Gully for a strong all round display in attack and defence!
Thursday, 20 November 2008
Plan for Sunday!!!!
squad training at BISHOPSTON COMP 9-30 prompt to 10.30. TACKLE PRACTICE!!!!!!
NOTE*** we are on a different pitch to last week. We will be on the pitch to the right hand side of the school.After entering The Glebe,go straight down the lane,through the gates to the staff car park at rear of school,instead of following the road round left into the main car park! (limited parking)
Stingrays v S.Gower K.off 11 o clock
Post match food,drink and chat back at the club AS USUAL!
LAST CHANCE to get names down for Christmas party on DEC 6th!
£10 deposits from EVERYONE who has committed to the tour!!!!
(full balance due by end of January).
SIX NATIONS FORECASTS - SELL SELL SELL!!!!
(our cashflow depends on it) We will distribute to those of you who havn't received an allocation yet.
It's a bit of fun and is our best income provider so lets get to it!!!!
NOTE*** we are on a different pitch to last week. We will be on the pitch to the right hand side of the school.After entering The Glebe,go straight down the lane,through the gates to the staff car park at rear of school,instead of following the road round left into the main car park! (limited parking)
Stingrays v S.Gower K.off 11 o clock
Post match food,drink and chat back at the club AS USUAL!
LAST CHANCE to get names down for Christmas party on DEC 6th!
£10 deposits from EVERYONE who has committed to the tour!!!!
(full balance due by end of January).
SIX NATIONS FORECASTS - SELL SELL SELL!!!!
(our cashflow depends on it) We will distribute to those of you who havn't received an allocation yet.
It's a bit of fun and is our best income provider so lets get to it!!!!
Wednesday, 19 November 2008
Sharks & Stingrays Christmas Party!!
This is planned for Sat Dec 6th at the Liberty Stadium for the Ospreys v Benetton Treviso Heinekin Cup match.We have negotiated use of the Vetch Suite on level two of the West Stand before and after the game.There will be plenty of good food and best priced seats for the game in the West Stand.Obviously,there will be plenty of opportunity for the boys to mingle with their idols and collect autographs and photos.Cost per player will be £5 only!(we'll pay the balance out of membership funds)
Any of our squad members who wish to attend should let me know ASAP as I'll have to get numbers back to the Ospreys after this weekend!!
Parents are also invited at the substantially reduced cost of £35 p/p, which equates to £25 for the West stand seat and £10 for the HOT fork buffet and access to the Vetch Suite.(normal price £55 a head).Again,all those who fancy it should let me know ASAP!! and as no.s are limited it'll have to be on a FIRST COME,-FIRST SERVED basis!! ---Huw
Any of our squad members who wish to attend should let me know ASAP as I'll have to get numbers back to the Ospreys after this weekend!!
Parents are also invited at the substantially reduced cost of £35 p/p, which equates to £25 for the West stand seat and £10 for the HOT fork buffet and access to the Vetch Suite.(normal price £55 a head).Again,all those who fancy it should let me know ASAP!! and as no.s are limited it'll have to be on a FIRST COME,-FIRST SERVED basis!! ---Huw
Tuesday, 18 November 2008
NO TRAINING THIS WEEK!!!!!!!
Just to confirm there will be no training on Wed due to the lights STILL not being sorted and the lack of an alternative venue.
There will be training at 9.30 am prompt on Sun morning for an hour.!!
The squad to face South Gower will be selected from those training on Sunday.
see you then
There will be training at 9.30 am prompt on Sun morning for an hour.!!
The squad to face South Gower will be selected from those training on Sunday.
see you then
Sunday, 16 November 2008
Stats from Sunday 16th Nov
Sharks 26 Dunvant 21
A gritty performance resulted in a deserved win in the first match of the morning.Tries from Ewan,George J,Gethin and Tom and conversions from Callum and Jack (2) ensuring some pay-back from the week before.
Stingrays 21 Dunvant (A) 63
A tough encounter against a very good,well organised side.The forward battle was pretty much even,the difference being three or four very good runners in the opposition ranks.In truth,we were not at our best defensively and allowed their ball carriers too much time and space,making life very difficult for ourselves.As a result,we didn't make the tackles we should have and paid a heavy price with most of tries conceded, individual efforts from long range!!
Tackle practice will be a priority over the next few weeks!
Tries -: Gareth,Harry (2) cons -: Callum (3)
Man of the match was awarded to Tom Glover for his solid and totally committed performance in the first match.He also scored another well deserved try! Well done mate!
Thanks to all the parents for what was a great vocal support again!
SPECIAL THANKS TO ALL OF YOU WHO MADE THE EFFORT TO COME BACK TO THE CLUB POST MATCH.ITS IMPORTANT FOR TEAM BONDING AND BUILDING!!!!
A gritty performance resulted in a deserved win in the first match of the morning.Tries from Ewan,George J,Gethin and Tom and conversions from Callum and Jack (2) ensuring some pay-back from the week before.
Stingrays 21 Dunvant (A) 63
A tough encounter against a very good,well organised side.The forward battle was pretty much even,the difference being three or four very good runners in the opposition ranks.In truth,we were not at our best defensively and allowed their ball carriers too much time and space,making life very difficult for ourselves.As a result,we didn't make the tackles we should have and paid a heavy price with most of tries conceded, individual efforts from long range!!
Tackle practice will be a priority over the next few weeks!
Tries -: Gareth,Harry (2) cons -: Callum (3)
Man of the match was awarded to Tom Glover for his solid and totally committed performance in the first match.He also scored another well deserved try! Well done mate!
Thanks to all the parents for what was a great vocal support again!
SPECIAL THANKS TO ALL OF YOU WHO MADE THE EFFORT TO COME BACK TO THE CLUB POST MATCH.ITS IMPORTANT FOR TEAM BONDING AND BUILDING!!!!
Thursday, 13 November 2008
CHRISTMAS NIGHT OUT FOR PARENTS!!!!!
You are all invited to The Contenders' Christmas gig in Bentleys on SAT 13th DEC!
We thought it might be nice to get the parents together for a Christmas drink in Mumbles,before finishing the night off with some punk,funk and rock n roll in Bentos!!!!!
YOU WANNA DANCE??? -- COME OUT AND DANCE!!!!
We thought it might be nice to get the parents together for a Christmas drink in Mumbles,before finishing the night off with some punk,funk and rock n roll in Bentos!!!!!
YOU WANNA DANCE??? -- COME OUT AND DANCE!!!!
Sunday 16th November
This week,we welcome Dunvant to the playing fields of Bishopston Comp!! The Sharks will play Dunvant (B) k.off 10.30, followed by Stingrays v Dunvant (A) k.off around 11.15 .
We plan to have a general training/match prep session from 9.30-10.15 so try to be there for a prompt start.
AS USUAL,food will be laid on at the club after the game.Please make the effort to attend!!!
squad;
(backs)- James,Ewan,Callum,Jack,Tomos,Harry,Connor,Rami,Flynn
(forwards)- Gethin,Joe P,Michael,Tom,george J,Tobias,Morgan,Gareth,Rhydian,Brandon,Joseph Evs
If anyone in this weeks squad can't make it,PLEASE GET IN TOUCH ASAP!!!!
We plan to have a general training/match prep session from 9.30-10.15 so try to be there for a prompt start.
AS USUAL,food will be laid on at the club after the game.Please make the effort to attend!!!
squad;
(backs)- James,Ewan,Callum,Jack,Tomos,Harry,Connor,Rami,Flynn
(forwards)- Gethin,Joe P,Michael,Tom,george J,Tobias,Morgan,Gareth,Rhydian,Brandon,Joseph Evs
If anyone in this weeks squad can't make it,PLEASE GET IN TOUCH ASAP!!!!
Monday, 10 November 2008
TOUGH DAY AT UNDERHILL ! ( SUN 9th NOV)
We arranged two matches for the Sharks this weekend to overcome the lack of training and matches over the last few weeks. Unfortunately this proved to be a tough day for the boys in the wind and the rain at Underhill with the Sharks going down 69-0 to Dunvant and 58-0 to South Gower. The results don't reflect the effort the boys put in as we had only 10 boys to cover both matches.
The Sharks kept going till the very end of the second game and despite the losses there were some good performances especially the running of George Peters in the backs and Jack Jones's passing under pressure. Hopefully there will be brighter days for the Sharks in the near future but the boys can be proud of the commitment they showed on Sunday.
The Sharks kept going till the very end of the second game and despite the losses there were some good performances especially the running of George Peters in the backs and Jack Jones's passing under pressure. Hopefully there will be brighter days for the Sharks in the near future but the boys can be proud of the commitment they showed on Sunday.
Vardre Match stats! (Sun 9th Nov)
Stingrays produced a superb performance up in Vardre on Sunday,running in 12 tries on the way to an impressive 82 point haul.Every player had a great game,the forwards were direct and powerful and the backs were slick and clinical.To0 many highlights to mention them all really, but one try in particular saw some tremendous driving and rucking lead to quick ball for the backs,who created a flowing move, drawing their markers allowing Ewan to cut the line at speed from fullback to score an outstanding touch down.(virtually the whole team were involved in the move!!).A pleasure to watch boys!!!
final score Vardre 7 Stingrays 82
tries: Connor,Ewan (2),Gareth (3),George (3),Harry,Joe Phillips(2)
conv: Callum (7),Connor (4)
Man of the match was awarded to Gareth Lewis for a commanding performance in the heart of the pack.Well done mate,going great guns!
final score Vardre 7 Stingrays 82
tries: Connor,Ewan (2),Gareth (3),George (3),Harry,Joe Phillips(2)
conv: Callum (7),Connor (4)
Man of the match was awarded to Gareth Lewis for a commanding performance in the heart of the pack.Well done mate,going great guns!
Friday, 7 November 2008
RAPID RESPONSE REQUIRED!!!!!!!!!!!!
we will need current chest sizes for all the boys by the end of this weekend as I will be ordering the new hoodies and wet tops MONDAY. These will be funded from the teams account but will only be ordered ONCE, IF YOU SNOOZE............... you lose!!!!!!!
the preffered method of letting me know is by text/e-mail.
Also, we have to register definite numbers for the tour on Monday! so if you havn't put your names down,NOW IS THE TIME TO DO IT!!
the preffered method of letting me know is by text/e-mail.
Also, we have to register definite numbers for the tour on Monday! so if you havn't put your names down,NOW IS THE TIME TO DO IT!!
Thursday, 6 November 2008
Teams For Sunday 9th November
There will be plenty of action for everyone this weekend as the Sharks entertain a side from Dunvant at Underhill Park,while the Stingrays make the trip to Vardre.
Sharks v Dunvant (Underhill Park k.off 11am)
There will be training/match preparation from 10.15am,with k.off scheduled for 11 o clock.
AFTER THE GAME,PLEASE MAKE EVERY EFFORT TO GO BACK TO THE CLUB,EVEN IF IT'S ONLY FOR A SHORT TIME AND A QUICK DRINK!!!!
There will also be a game against South Gower,as they have had their scheduled fixture cancelled.
Sharks team is as follows:
Michael,Tom G,Gethin,Morgan,Brandon,James Bish,Flynn,Rami,Jack,George Peters,Matthew,Oliver.
WE NEED TO KNOW ASAP IF ANYONE CAN'T MAKE IT!!!!!
Please contact me by phone,txt or e-mail (huw.evs@btinternet.com)
Vardre v Stingrays (Vardre RFC,Clydach k.off 11am)
We should aim to be there for 10.15 for warm up/match prep.There is limited parking at the club,but hopefully a resource centre opposite should be available for any over-spill.
Stingrays team is as follows;
Tobias,Gareth,George J,Rhydian,Joseph Evans,Joe P,Callum,Harry,Jake,Connor,Ewan,Ed Bres
AGAIN,I NEED TO KNOW ASAP IF ANYONE CAN'T MAKE IT!!!!!
Sharks v Dunvant (Underhill Park k.off 11am)
There will be training/match preparation from 10.15am,with k.off scheduled for 11 o clock.
AFTER THE GAME,PLEASE MAKE EVERY EFFORT TO GO BACK TO THE CLUB,EVEN IF IT'S ONLY FOR A SHORT TIME AND A QUICK DRINK!!!!
There will also be a game against South Gower,as they have had their scheduled fixture cancelled.
Sharks team is as follows:
Michael,Tom G,Gethin,Morgan,Brandon,James Bish,Flynn,Rami,Jack,George Peters,Matthew,Oliver.
WE NEED TO KNOW ASAP IF ANYONE CAN'T MAKE IT!!!!!
Please contact me by phone,txt or e-mail (huw.evs@btinternet.com)
Vardre v Stingrays (Vardre RFC,Clydach k.off 11am)
We should aim to be there for 10.15 for warm up/match prep.There is limited parking at the club,but hopefully a resource centre opposite should be available for any over-spill.
Stingrays team is as follows;
Tobias,Gareth,George J,Rhydian,Joseph Evans,Joe P,Callum,Harry,Jake,Connor,Ewan,Ed Bres
AGAIN,I NEED TO KNOW ASAP IF ANYONE CAN'T MAKE IT!!!!!
Tuesday, 4 November 2008
Wales v S Africa this SAT
I've got two spare tickets for the match! Give me a bell if anyone interested. 1st come first served.
Huw
Huw
Sunday, 2 November 2008
Result and News from the Gowerton game
We saw a great game of rugby this morning! A fiercely contested forward battle and some lovely back play by both sides ensured a close contest. Gowerton got the first try and conversion to take an early 7 nil lead,but our forwards took control resulting in some powerful bursts from all our pack. Then, from some good ruck play, quick ball enabled our back line to put Harry in to space and he went on a mazy, unstoppable run to score in the corner. 7 - 7 at half time!
Stingrays continued to dominate a strong Gowerton pack early in the second half, the pressure resulting in a powerful burst from George J who bashed his way over to put us in front. Connor added the conversion to make it 14-7 .
The boys were on a roll now and shortly after Tom went on a storming run to surge his way through for a well deserved superb score, Connor adding the conversion once more to take us into a 21-7 lead.
Gowerton got another try right at the end, from a scrappy lineout close to our line when we failed to clear the ball from behind our try line. Final score 21-14! A well deserved, hard earned win, and all the coaches told the boys how proud of them we were.
Thanks very much to Stuart for refereeing (AGAIN) and thanks on behalf of the team, to all the parents for a very vocal support!
Many thanks to all of you who made the effort to come to the club post match. It was great to see the boys sat in a group talking about their win and clearly enjoying the taste of a sweet victory!!!
Man of the match was awarded to Rhydian (The RIPPER) George for a superb "pain in the backside/in your face" type performance from start to finish! Well done mate.
Also, the Player of the month (October) award was given to Joe Phillips in recognition of the great start to the season he has had. Well done Joe, keep up the good work mate!
TRAINING NOTE!! - Due to Wednesday being bonfire night, there won't be training this week .
Vardre AWAY next week so keep up to date on the BLOG for team news etc.
REFEREES!!- for any parents who would be interested in becoming a level 1 qualified ref, the next course is 30th Nov in Carmarthen RFC (9.30 - 16.00). Let me know if you fancy it so I can give you the contact details, or check out the WRU website
Stingrays continued to dominate a strong Gowerton pack early in the second half, the pressure resulting in a powerful burst from George J who bashed his way over to put us in front. Connor added the conversion to make it 14-7 .
The boys were on a roll now and shortly after Tom went on a storming run to surge his way through for a well deserved superb score, Connor adding the conversion once more to take us into a 21-7 lead.
Gowerton got another try right at the end, from a scrappy lineout close to our line when we failed to clear the ball from behind our try line. Final score 21-14! A well deserved, hard earned win, and all the coaches told the boys how proud of them we were.
Thanks very much to Stuart for refereeing (AGAIN) and thanks on behalf of the team, to all the parents for a very vocal support!
Many thanks to all of you who made the effort to come to the club post match. It was great to see the boys sat in a group talking about their win and clearly enjoying the taste of a sweet victory!!!
Man of the match was awarded to Rhydian (The RIPPER) George for a superb "pain in the backside/in your face" type performance from start to finish! Well done mate.
Also, the Player of the month (October) award was given to Joe Phillips in recognition of the great start to the season he has had. Well done Joe, keep up the good work mate!
TRAINING NOTE!! - Due to Wednesday being bonfire night, there won't be training this week .
Vardre AWAY next week so keep up to date on the BLOG for team news etc.
REFEREES!!- for any parents who would be interested in becoming a level 1 qualified ref, the next course is 30th Nov in Carmarthen RFC (9.30 - 16.00). Let me know if you fancy it so I can give you the contact details, or check out the WRU website
Saturday, 1 November 2008
GOWERTON MATCH SUN 2nd NOV
CAN EVERYONE NOW MEET AT BISHOPSTON SCHOOL PLAYING FIELDS(JUST OFF THE GLEBE) AT 9.30AM FOR A TRAINING SESSION BEFORE THE MATCH.
Friday, 31 October 2008
MATCH V GOWERTON SUN NOV 2nd
HOME GAME ON SUNDAY AGAINST GOWERTON HAS BEEN SWITCHED TO BISHOPSTON SCHOOL PLAYING FIELDS(check the mumbles pirates blog for directions if required).
THE SQUAD WILL BE THE SAME AS SELECTED FOR THE PENCLAWDD MATCH (SEE EARLIER BLOG). PLEASE CAN YOU LET HUW OR MYSELF KNOW IF YOU ARE NOT AVAILABLE.
PLEASE MEET AT BISHOPSTON SCHOOL AT 10.15AM FOR BRIEF TRAINING BEFORE MATCH.
ANDREW 281207 OR 07939655185
THE SQUAD WILL BE THE SAME AS SELECTED FOR THE PENCLAWDD MATCH (SEE EARLIER BLOG). PLEASE CAN YOU LET HUW OR MYSELF KNOW IF YOU ARE NOT AVAILABLE.
PLEASE MEET AT BISHOPSTON SCHOOL AT 10.15AM FOR BRIEF TRAINING BEFORE MATCH.
ANDREW 281207 OR 07939655185
Wednesday, 29 October 2008
TRAINING OFF TONIGHT !!!
SORRY FOR LATNESS OF DECISION BUT TRAINING HAS HAD TO BE CALLED OFF TONIGHT DUE TO WEATHER. SEE BLOG LATER FOR NEWS ON SUNDAY'S GAME.
ANDREW
ANDREW
Sunday, 26 October 2008
PENCLAWDD GAME OFF!!!
AFTER PITCH INSPECTION UNFORTUNATELY THE GAME HAS HAD TO BE CALLED OFF.
TRAINING ON WEDNESDAY AT UNDERHILL AT 6.30. PLEASE MAKE EVERY EFFORT TO ATTEND AS SEVERAL TOUGH GAMES IN THE COMING WEEKS.
TRAINING ON WEDNESDAY AT UNDERHILL AT 6.30. PLEASE MAKE EVERY EFFORT TO ATTEND AS SEVERAL TOUGH GAMES IN THE COMING WEEKS.
PENCLAWDD MATCH
PITCH INSPECTION AT 9.30 AT GRAIG Y COED( PITCH WHERE WE PLAY THE TOURNAMENT) . RING OR CHECK BLOG AT 9.45.
ANDREW 281207 OR 07939655185
ANDREW 281207 OR 07939655185
Friday, 24 October 2008
PENCLAWDD MATCH SUN 26th OCT
A tough challenge is facing us on Sunday when we visit Penclawdd. We have always received a warm welcome here and have had some great games in the past.
The squad for Sunday is as follows:
GEORGE J
GARETH LEWIS
RHYDIAN
MORGAN BARRY
JOSEPH EVANS
BRANDON
TOM GLOVER
JOE PHILLIPS
GETHIN BENNETT
TOBIAS
HARRY
JACK JONES
JAKE DAVIES
EWAN
TOMOS SLEEP
CONNOR
ED BRESSNAN
RAMI
MATTHEW O'HAGAN
Players not mentioned above will be involved next week but everyone is welcome to support the team this weekend.
ANYONE NOT AVAILABLE FROM THE ABOVE LIST PLEASE CONTACT
ANDREW - 281207 (07939655185) OR
MARTYN 406006 (07792854925)
THE MATCH WILL BE PLAYED ON THE RECREATION GROUND NEAR THE RUGBY CLUB. ON TRAVELLING THROUGH PENCLAWDD FROM GOWERTON,TURN LEFT BY ROYAL OAK PUB THEN TURN RIGHT OVER A BRIDGE TO THE GROUND.
PLEASE MEET AT 10.30AM FOR 11.00AM KICK OFF
DON'T FORGET - THE CLOCKS GO BACK!!!!
IF THE WEATHER IS REALLY BAD CHECK WITH ANDREW IF GAME IS ON OR LOOK ON PENCLAWDD WEBSITE FROM 9.00AM ON SUNDAY (www.penclawddrfcjuniors.org.uk)
SEE EVERYONE ON SUNDAY
The squad for Sunday is as follows:
GEORGE J
GARETH LEWIS
RHYDIAN
MORGAN BARRY
JOSEPH EVANS
BRANDON
TOM GLOVER
JOE PHILLIPS
GETHIN BENNETT
TOBIAS
HARRY
JACK JONES
JAKE DAVIES
EWAN
TOMOS SLEEP
CONNOR
ED BRESSNAN
RAMI
MATTHEW O'HAGAN
Players not mentioned above will be involved next week but everyone is welcome to support the team this weekend.
ANYONE NOT AVAILABLE FROM THE ABOVE LIST PLEASE CONTACT
ANDREW - 281207 (07939655185) OR
MARTYN 406006 (07792854925)
THE MATCH WILL BE PLAYED ON THE RECREATION GROUND NEAR THE RUGBY CLUB. ON TRAVELLING THROUGH PENCLAWDD FROM GOWERTON,TURN LEFT BY ROYAL OAK PUB THEN TURN RIGHT OVER A BRIDGE TO THE GROUND.
PLEASE MEET AT 10.30AM FOR 11.00AM KICK OFF
DON'T FORGET - THE CLOCKS GO BACK!!!!
IF THE WEATHER IS REALLY BAD CHECK WITH ANDREW IF GAME IS ON OR LOOK ON PENCLAWDD WEBSITE FROM 9.00AM ON SUNDAY (www.penclawddrfcjuniors.org.uk)
SEE EVERYONE ON SUNDAY
Sunday, 19 October 2008
Match report from Skewen
Stingrays put in a solid all round performance again this morning,running out a comfortable 74 nil win.Some good forward play resulted in plenty of clean ball for the backs to stretch their legs a bit,allowing them to contribute 8 tries out of the total of 12!!!
Tries: Callum,Connor (2),Ewan (2),George J (3),Harry (3), Rhydian
Conv: Callum (5),Connor,Joe
Man of the match was awarded to Flynn
Next week will present a tougher challenge as we travel to play our friends from Penclawdd,so we'll need another solid platform and a bit more organisation if we're to come away with the spoils.The main thing, is that all the boys seem to be enjoying their rugby and we have a great team spirit!!! Keep it up lads!
TRAINING ON WEDNESDAY ,UNDER THE FLOODLIGHTS AS USUAL THIS WEEK!!!!!!!!
Tries: Callum,Connor (2),Ewan (2),George J (3),Harry (3), Rhydian
Conv: Callum (5),Connor,Joe
Man of the match was awarded to Flynn
Next week will present a tougher challenge as we travel to play our friends from Penclawdd,so we'll need another solid platform and a bit more organisation if we're to come away with the spoils.The main thing, is that all the boys seem to be enjoying their rugby and we have a great team spirit!!! Keep it up lads!
TRAINING ON WEDNESDAY ,UNDER THE FLOODLIGHTS AS USUAL THIS WEEK!!!!!!!!
Thursday, 16 October 2008
Squad for Skewen game this Sunday
Unfortunately some of the boys will have to miss out this week as we only have one match planned. As you know, we tried to include everyone last week, but we as coaches feel that more than 5/6 replacements per game is just too many and doesn't benefit anyone.
Obviously,EVERYONE is welcome to come to ALL matches and support whichever team we put out, as team building off the pitch is just as important as on it!!!
Starting from this week,the boys who are not involved will, wherever possible, be involved the following week. We are also trying to increase the no. of fixtures we have, to accommodate the entire squad on a more regular basis.This is something we need to do because next year the game jumps to 15 a side and we need to develop a full squad,so please bear with us as we try to encourage all the boys to play to the best of their ability.
As usual,anyone definitely not available should let us know before the FRIDAY deadline if possible.
This weeks squad;
Forwards:- George J,Gareth,Tobias,Joe Phillips,Rhydian
Gethin, Tom,Michael
backs :- Harry,Callum,Ewan,Jake,Tomos
Connor,James,George Peters
SEE YOU ALL SUNDAY!!! MEET 10-15 AT SKEWEN !!!
Obviously,EVERYONE is welcome to come to ALL matches and support whichever team we put out, as team building off the pitch is just as important as on it!!!
Starting from this week,the boys who are not involved will, wherever possible, be involved the following week. We are also trying to increase the no. of fixtures we have, to accommodate the entire squad on a more regular basis.This is something we need to do because next year the game jumps to 15 a side and we need to develop a full squad,so please bear with us as we try to encourage all the boys to play to the best of their ability.
As usual,anyone definitely not available should let us know before the FRIDAY deadline if possible.
This weeks squad;
Forwards:- George J,Gareth,Tobias,Joe Phillips,Rhydian
Gethin, Tom,Michael
backs :- Harry,Callum,Ewan,Jake,Tomos
Connor,James,George Peters
SEE YOU ALL SUNDAY!!! MEET 10-15 AT SKEWEN !!!
Tuesday, 14 October 2008
Tour /09 Update!!
The end of season tour will be Friday 1st- Monday 4th May. As previously mentioned it takes place at the New Forest Show Ground,Hampshire.
This festival is targeted at the whole family and gives our teams an opportunity to meet and play teams from all over the UK and even abroad.(teams have been invited from France,Italy and Canada).
We need to know ROUGH numbers by the end of the week(Sunday) so check your diaries!!
Please refer to the previous post for an idea of expected prices.
We will require a 10% deposit of the total fee per person by 31st Oct,with the final balance due by Friday 30th January!!!
This festival is targeted at the whole family and gives our teams an opportunity to meet and play teams from all over the UK and even abroad.(teams have been invited from France,Italy and Canada).
We need to know ROUGH numbers by the end of the week(Sunday) so check your diaries!!
Please refer to the previous post for an idea of expected prices.
We will require a 10% deposit of the total fee per person by 31st Oct,with the final balance due by Friday 30th January!!!
Sunday, 12 October 2008
NO TRAINING THIS WEEK!!
Please let us know BY FRIDAY AT THE LATEST (excluding illness) if a squad member is unavailable for the up coming game/s on the Sunday.
Over the coming weeks we will try to select sides in training on Wed, but keep Fridays as communication deadline.
Please add the blog to your favourites and check in regularly to keep up to date!!
Over the coming weeks we will try to select sides in training on Wed, but keep Fridays as communication deadline.
Please add the blog to your favourites and check in regularly to keep up to date!!
Sunshine Rugby In Bonymaen: Bonymaen 0 Sharks 25
Well,on a gloriously sunny morning after waiting for over an hour and a half, we eventually had a game of rugby!!!(not very well organised I'm afraid)
It was a good opportunity to give all the squad some game time and all the boys played well in what turned out to be a very comfortable win 25 points to nil.
The try scorers were Callum,Connor,Ewan,Jack and Jake (no conversions were attempted).
Unfortunately we were only able to play ten minutes in the second half because there was an under 16 cup game waiting to follow on, so we were constantly being asked to speed things along.
Man of The Match was awarded to Morgan Barry for a great performance in the second row with strong running,crunching tackles and plenty of determination.Well done,keep it going!!
It was a good opportunity to give all the squad some game time and all the boys played well in what turned out to be a very comfortable win 25 points to nil.
The try scorers were Callum,Connor,Ewan,Jack and Jake (no conversions were attempted).
Unfortunately we were only able to play ten minutes in the second half because there was an under 16 cup game waiting to follow on, so we were constantly being asked to speed things along.
Man of The Match was awarded to Morgan Barry for a great performance in the second row with strong running,crunching tackles and plenty of determination.Well done,keep it going!!
Friday, 10 October 2008
Sunday Bony Sunday!!!!
As you all know,we are away to Bonymaen this Sunday.Please try to be there by no later than 10-15 to allow adequate time to warm up and organise our plan of attack!!
There will only be one game this weekend so we will do our best to give game time to as many of the boys as possible, without causing too much disruption to our strategies and patterns of play.We are keen to develop ALL the boys to the best of their ability and will endeavour to arrange extra games in the coming weeks to facilitate this aim,so please bear with us.
If someone misses out one week we will make sure they are involved the next week etc. etc.
Please make sure you confirm availability via text for this weeks game.!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
There will only be one game this weekend so we will do our best to give game time to as many of the boys as possible, without causing too much disruption to our strategies and patterns of play.We are keen to develop ALL the boys to the best of their ability and will endeavour to arrange extra games in the coming weeks to facilitate this aim,so please bear with us.
If someone misses out one week we will make sure they are involved the next week etc. etc.
Please make sure you confirm availability via text for this weeks game.!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
Monday, 6 October 2008
Training News!!!
Back to the regular slot of Wednesday 6.30pm this week.As the nights are rapidly drawing in we will train using the lights by the changing rooms or small park by the lower football field!
Sunday, 5 October 2008
Update on todays game
Mumbles V Fall Bay has been called off due to water on pitches at Underhill!!!!!!!
Sunday, 28 September 2008
Proposed Tour Date
Brief details are as follows;
International Mini Rugby Series 2009
17-19 April Cornwall International Festival or
2-4 May New Forest International Festival ,Hampshire.
There are four choices of accommodation available and therefore cost per attendee-player/coach/parent/non playing relative/supporter.They cover accommodation for three nights and entry to the festival chosen.
£38 per person for own tent/caravan pitched at or nearby the venue
£70 per person for a Deluxe Static caravan(minimum of 4 per caravan)
£85 per person in a self catering cottage
£210 pp 2*hotel and £360 pp 4*hotel
We will need to know who is interested by next week so please have a think and let us know what you think.
International Mini Rugby Series 2009
17-19 April Cornwall International Festival or
2-4 May New Forest International Festival ,Hampshire.
There are four choices of accommodation available and therefore cost per attendee-player/coach/parent/non playing relative/supporter.They cover accommodation for three nights and entry to the festival chosen.
£38 per person for own tent/caravan pitched at or nearby the venue
£70 per person for a Deluxe Static caravan(minimum of 4 per caravan)
£85 per person in a self catering cottage
£210 pp 2*hotel and £360 pp 4*hotel
We will need to know who is interested by next week so please have a think and let us know what you think.
Match Reports and Stats for Sun 28th Sept
What a feast of running rugby we had today!! The sun shone brightly and so did the Sharks and Stingrays.Some of the play was simply wonderful,with great running,superb offloads and bone crunching tackles galore.
The SHARKS got the ball rolling with a tough game against a good team from Dunvant and after a slow start,played some cracking stuff with some powerful running and passing out of the tackles resulting in some really nice tries.The second half was a very close encounter in which we took hold of the game and created some quality scores.Unfortunately,we'd left ourselves a bit of a mountain to climb,but the boys dug in and showed great commitment right to the final whistle.Well done to you all!!
Final Score: SHARKS 42 Dunvant 76
Tries: Ewan, James, Joe Phillips, Morgan, Oliver and Tomos
Cons : Ed, Ewan, Jack (2), Joe Phillips (2)
The STINGRAYS put in another strong performance against what was a good Uplands side.It was pleasing to see good organisation in both attack and defence with some good hands,powerful running and big hits!!.Rucks were fiercely contested and the boys certainly had to put their bodies on the line.It was a really exciting game with both teams prepared to play with width and get their runners into space.The boys are really starting to play for each other and enjoy their rugby.Well done guys-keep it goin!!
Final score: STINGRAYS 42 Swansea Uplands 31
Tries : Connor, Ewan (2), Harry (3)
Cons : Callum (4), Connor, Harry
The SHARKS got the ball rolling with a tough game against a good team from Dunvant and after a slow start,played some cracking stuff with some powerful running and passing out of the tackles resulting in some really nice tries.The second half was a very close encounter in which we took hold of the game and created some quality scores.Unfortunately,we'd left ourselves a bit of a mountain to climb,but the boys dug in and showed great commitment right to the final whistle.Well done to you all!!
Final Score: SHARKS 42 Dunvant 76
Tries: Ewan, James, Joe Phillips, Morgan, Oliver and Tomos
Cons : Ed, Ewan, Jack (2), Joe Phillips (2)
The STINGRAYS put in another strong performance against what was a good Uplands side.It was pleasing to see good organisation in both attack and defence with some good hands,powerful running and big hits!!.Rucks were fiercely contested and the boys certainly had to put their bodies on the line.It was a really exciting game with both teams prepared to play with width and get their runners into space.The boys are really starting to play for each other and enjoy their rugby.Well done guys-keep it goin!!
Final score: STINGRAYS 42 Swansea Uplands 31
Tries : Connor, Ewan (2), Harry (3)
Cons : Callum (4), Connor, Harry
Wednesday, 24 September 2008
Plans For Sunday (28th Sept)
All squad to meet at Underhill Park for 9.30 on Sunday morning.Any players not available should let us know as soon as possible!!!
The SHARKS will be taking on a side from Dunvant at 10 o clock followed by the STINGRAYS game against Swansea Uplands at 11.
All available players will be involved in a competitive game this week which should make for a cracking morning of entertaining rugby.
REMEMBER, all players will need to bring a gum shield!!! so now is the time to get one if you havn't already.
Post match back at the club as usual,so please try to come along for a quick drink and chat this week.(no.s v low last week).!!!!
see you Sunday
The SHARKS will be taking on a side from Dunvant at 10 o clock followed by the STINGRAYS game against Swansea Uplands at 11.
All available players will be involved in a competitive game this week which should make for a cracking morning of entertaining rugby.
REMEMBER, all players will need to bring a gum shield!!! so now is the time to get one if you havn't already.
Post match back at the club as usual,so please try to come along for a quick drink and chat this week.(no.s v low last week).!!!!
see you Sunday
Sunday, 21 September 2008
Match Report and Stats
Stingrays got the season off to a great start at Underhill,with a seven try win over Waunarlwydd. The boys played with great awareness and structure, with the forwards setting the platform for some nice back play.Ball retention in the rucks was excellent,as was the counter rucking when Waun went to ground.All the team tackled well and the backs ran with great determination into the spaces.
We did spill the ball a little too much as a result of not carrying with both hands,but some of the support play was a joy to watch.On the whole, a great start with plenty to work on ahead of next weeks game against Swansea Uplands.
Sam Jones sustained a nasty looking injury half way through the first half and was taken to hospital with a suspected dislocation/break.He unforunately fell awkwardly onto his arm when tackled in full charge,and was clearly in pain.We all wish him well and hope he's back on the pitch in Mumbles colours soon.
STATS - try scorers; George Jawad (3),Joseph Phillips (1),Harry Davies (1),Jake Davies (1) and Connor Bateman (1)
no conversions were attempted!!
Well done to all the squad for a great start to the new season.See you in training on Wednesday .
We did spill the ball a little too much as a result of not carrying with both hands,but some of the support play was a joy to watch.On the whole, a great start with plenty to work on ahead of next weeks game against Swansea Uplands.
Sam Jones sustained a nasty looking injury half way through the first half and was taken to hospital with a suspected dislocation/break.He unforunately fell awkwardly onto his arm when tackled in full charge,and was clearly in pain.We all wish him well and hope he's back on the pitch in Mumbles colours soon.
STATS - try scorers; George Jawad (3),Joseph Phillips (1),Harry Davies (1),Jake Davies (1) and Connor Bateman (1)
no conversions were attempted!!
Well done to all the squad for a great start to the new season.See you in training on Wednesday .
Friday, 19 September 2008
Team news For Sunday 21st Sept v Waunarlwydd
The Stingrays will play Waunarlwydd this coming Sunday at Underhill Park, k.o 10-30.
Barring injury or illness (please advise ASAP if unavailable),the team selected will be;
Forwards:- Sam,Rhydian,George J,Joe Phillips,Tobias
Backs :- Harry,Callum,Ewan,Jake,Connor
reps Gethin,Gareth(forwards) and George Peters,Jack Jones (backs)
Please can all the above players be at the pitch for a warm up and drill session at 9-15!!!!!
ANY PROBLEMS, PLEASE LET US KNOW STRAIGHT AWAY
The rest of the squad will be in the SHARKS team to play in the second game,to kick off just after 11 o clock.We are hoping that enough Waunarlwydd players turn up to allow the game to be against them,but if not we will have a full game with Sharks v Stingrays....
We would ask that as many parents as possible make an effort to go back to the club post match,as we want to start as we mean to go on. Food (spag boll) has been arranged for all so
SEE YOU ALL THERE!!!!
Barring injury or illness (please advise ASAP if unavailable),the team selected will be;
Forwards:- Sam,Rhydian,George J,Joe Phillips,Tobias
Backs :- Harry,Callum,Ewan,Jake,Connor
reps Gethin,Gareth(forwards) and George Peters,Jack Jones (backs)
Please can all the above players be at the pitch for a warm up and drill session at 9-15!!!!!
ANY PROBLEMS, PLEASE LET US KNOW STRAIGHT AWAY
The rest of the squad will be in the SHARKS team to play in the second game,to kick off just after 11 o clock.We are hoping that enough Waunarlwydd players turn up to allow the game to be against them,but if not we will have a full game with Sharks v Stingrays....
We would ask that as many parents as possible make an effort to go back to the club post match,as we want to start as we mean to go on. Food (spag boll) has been arranged for all so
SEE YOU ALL THERE!!!!
Saturday, 6 September 2008
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Friday, 5 September 2008
Team News Summary
Mid-week training moves to a new slot from this week,which is Wednesday eve 6-30 till 8pm at Underhill Park.This has been done to enable quite a number of the boys to pursue their enjoyment of the round ball game alongside the REAL beautiful game!!!!
Pre-season has gone well so far,and the boys have really hit the ground running.Glad to see you all back and raring to go. A special welcome to the new recruits!!
As you all know,we are thinking of going to Paris on tour next April (Easter Hols),so please let the team management know if you are thinking of coming.We will need to have a good idea of numbers by the end of Sept.
Any ideas for fund-raising events throughout the season are very welcome
Polite reminder:- Please try and support the team and Mumbles RFC as a whole by joining us down at the club(even if its only a fleeting visit) after our home games this season.-Volunteers to knock up some nice nosh post match will be very much appreciated.
Pre-season has gone well so far,and the boys have really hit the ground running.Glad to see you all back and raring to go. A special welcome to the new recruits!!
As you all know,we are thinking of going to Paris on tour next April (Easter Hols),so please let the team management know if you are thinking of coming.We will need to have a good idea of numbers by the end of Sept.
Any ideas for fund-raising events throughout the season are very welcome
Polite reminder:- Please try and support the team and Mumbles RFC as a whole by joining us down at the club(even if its only a fleeting visit) after our home games this season.-Volunteers to knock up some nice nosh post match will be very much appreciated.
Season 2008/09 Fixtures
The Sharks and Stingrays will kick off the new season with a home game against Waunarlwydd on 21st September.
We then host our friends from Swansea Uplands (anyone know a good ref??!) on the 28th, before completing the hat trick of home games on 5th October against what is sure to be a very strong Fall Bay side.
Our first away game will be against Bonymaen a week later on Oct 12th.
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