Gogledd Cymru South

GCS U15's - Thanks!

2011-05-02T10:09:00.003+01:00

A big thanks to all player, coaches and parents for their commitment shown over the last few years.

It has been a credit to you all the amount of traveling undertaken to both the training session and the games and this could not be done without the support from family and friends.

Despite losing the final game to probably the largest provincial squad within our district I truly believe we have been the best side over the last few years punching well above our weight in number terms and this just was a game to far as we run out of fit players to put on the field.

Never the less a 10-5 score line was a credit the those left standing and who knows a bounce of the ball or a 50/50 call going our way things may have been so different.

Again a huge thanks to you all and good luck with you continued rugby career no matter what level you aspire to or reach, but remember above all else the game is there to be enjoyed .

Jason Bowen

North Wales A V Dragons U20

2011-03-14T20:14:00.000Z

> On Sunday 13th March at Colwyn Bay RFC the RGC A squad took a major step forward in its development taking on the Regional Dragons U20s squad.
> The A squad is designed to bridge the gap between U18s regional age grade rugby and the senior RGC 1404 squad and so has a combination of young U17 developing players and some young senior players plying there trade in the North Wales clubs in Division 1 and 2.
> The A squad has already played 4 fixtures this season winning 3 against Rydal Vikings, Lancashire, Cheshire and loosing narrowly toYorkshire however todays opposition was always going to be a big test for this new squad. The game started with the RGC A squad very much on the back foot when from the first scrummage of the game the young Dragons launched a clinical backline attack splitting the RGC A Centre partnership of Jack Williams (17 years of age Ruthin Youth) and Jason Blackmore (17 years of age Rhyl Youth) and putting Sion Jones the Dragons winger clean through the gap and under the posts.
> But rather than stepping back the RGC A squad rallied and from the kick off put the Dragons under a huge amount of pressure for the next 20 minutes with some good ball carrying from Shaun Strudwick (19 years of age WRU RGC academy) and Dale Blackmore (19 years of age Rhyl rugby club) and good distribution from Ashley James at 10 (Mold rugby club). The RGC A squad made many surging attacks into the Dragons 22 but were not clinical in the execution of there set peace and were guilty at times of forcing the final pass.
> However after a successful scrummage in the Dragons 22 the A squad put together some structured play with Gruff Jones (18 years of age Wrexham Youth) and Dewi Richards (Rhosllanerchrugog rugby club) hitting the contact areas with venom, it looked inevitable that they would cross the Dragons whitewash however in the final contact area the Dragons managed a turnover and moved the ball quickly to inside centre Ashley Norton who sprinted down the pitch and outpaced the cover defence to score under the posts.
> Again from the kick off a period of sustained pressure by the RGC A squad in the Dragons 22 ensued which earn t them a penalty in-front of the posts for an easy conversion by Ashley James and 3 points. The Dragons fought back and built some good phase play of there own keeping the ball alive with off loading in contact and earn t there own penalty in the RGC 22 but rather than going for the points saw an opportunity for a quick tap which led to Rhys Francis the Dragons hooker barging his way over the try line and James Miller the Dragons outside half concerting the try on the stroke of Half time.
> Half time score RGC A 3- DRAGONS U20S 19 The second half was again a
> close affair with both teams having an ambition to keep the ball on the pitch and some good phase play by both teams.
> In the 57th minute Jack Williams made a searing break from inside his own half and again it looked like the young North Walians would score a try however a miss place kick from RGC gave the Dragons the opportunity to break from deep and after some good passing interplay Steffan Morgan the Dragons outside centre crossed for a well worked try.
> But again RGC A weren't beaten and in the 71st minute after some strong ball carries by the forwards the Massive frame of Simon Griffiths (Welsh Exile) crossed for a deserved try. Both teams maintained there ambition to play running rugby right up untill the final whistle.
> Final score RGC A 8- DRAGONS U20S 26
> Marc Roberts the Performance development manager for North Wales said " This type of fixture represents the ambition in the North Wales Region while we clearly struggled to deal with the Dragons organised and abrasive defence we have exposed a young group of players to an intensity of game that they wont have experienced before. The ball in play time was high and its exactly the type of fixture and environment that we need to bring our talented young players through into the senior side"
> RGC A SQUAD
> 1 GRUFF JONES WREXHAM YOUTH
> 2 SHAUN STRUDWICK WRU RGC ACADEMY
> 3 SION AARON PWLLHELI
> 4 PETER KIRBY COLWYN BAY
> 5 ANTHONY LOWE FASSAM WREXHAM RUGBY CLUB
> 6 DEWI RICHARDS RHOSLLANERCHRUGOG RUGBY CLUB
> 7 TOM PARRY PWLLHELI WRU RGC ACADEMY
> 8 DALE BLACKMORE RHYL RUGBY CLUB
> 9 ALEX SCHWARZ MOLD YOUTH WRU RGC ACADEMY 10 ASHLEY JAMES MOLD RUGBY
> CLUB
> 11 ADAME TEARE WELSH EXILES
> 12 JACK WILLIAMS RUTHIN YOUTH
> 13 JASON BLACKMORE RHYL YOUTH
> 14 OWAIN ALED BALA YOUTH
> 15 MARC CARTER LLANDUDNO RUGBY CLUB
> 16 ANTHONY TILLEY RHYL RUGBY CLUB
> 17 SIMON GRIFFITHS WELSH EXILES
> 18 LLEW WILLIAMS RUTHIN YOUTH
> 19 ALEX JONES COLWYN BAY RFC
> 20 JAMES GRUNDY MOLD YOUTH WRU RGC ACADEMY
> 21 NICK BUTTERWORTH PWLLHELI RUGBY CLUB
> 22 RICHARD JONES RHOSLLANERCHRUGOG RUGBY CLUB
> 23 MIKE JONES RUTHIN YOUTH
> 24 JOHN HALL RHYL RUGBY CLUB
> 25 ANDY CLUTTON WREXHAM RUGBY CLUB

GCS v GCW POSTPONED

2011-02-26T14:25:00.000Z

Tomorrows game against the West at Newtown has been CANCELLED due to unplayable pitches.

Will hope to try and rearrange soon

Dai

Venue changes

2011-02-17T21:31:00.002Z

The Games on the 27th Feb are now at Newtown RFC.

Due to this I have had to swap training around for the U12's & U13's

This Saturdays training is now at Newtown RFC

Next Saturdays training is now at Bala RFC.

Please put the message around!!

Sorry for any inconvenience

Dai

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GCE v GCS POSTPONED

2011-01-29T19:00:00.000Z

Tomorrow's games against the East are CANCELLED due to a frozen Pitch

Dai

GCS U12/U13 Training

2011-01-21T20:54:00.001Z

The U12 & U13 Training at Cobra tomorrow is ON!!!! So wrap up warm!!!

TRAINING CANCELLED

2010-12-10T20:04:00.001Z

Tomorrow's GCS U12/U13 training session has been cancelled due to frozen pitches.

TRAINING CANCELLED

2010-12-02T18:05:00.000Z

GCS U12 & U13 training at Cobra this Saturday is cancelled due to the poor weather.

Can everyone make sure they attend the Dolgellau training next Saturday as this will be the only session before next year.

Regards,

Dai

2010-11-22T11:06:00.002Z

Mynydd Mawr vs GC U15’s
kick off 10.30am Saturday 27th November

Player School Club
1 Michael Williams Ysgol Aberconwy Llandudno
2 Dewi Bowen Llanfyllin High School Newtown
3 Alex Peasley Ysgol Brynhyffryd Ruthin
4 Jordan Jones Ysgol Yr Grango Ruthin
5 Will Jones Tywyn High School Machynlleth
6 Daffydd Parry Ysgol Brynhyffryd Ruthin
7 Richie Roberts Llanfyllin High School Whitchurch
8 Josh roberts Ysgol John Bright Llandudno
9 Harry Jukes Llanfyllin High School Newtown
10 Morgan Williams Syr Hughowen Caernarfon
11 Connar Kendrick Holywell High school Flint
12 Will Mackereth Llanfyllin High School Whitchurch
13 Cai Davies Ysgol Brynhyffryd Ruthin
14 Dave Carter Ysgol Ardudwy Harlech
15 Tom Astbury Caereinion High School Newtown
16 Zack Roberts Elfed High school Mold
17 Dan Colclough Rhyl High School Rhyl
18 Jake Lovatt Rydal Llandudno
19 Huw Parry Ysgol Y Moelwyn Bro Ffestiniog
20 Jamie Jones Ysgol Brynhyffryd Ruthin
21 Joe Williams Ysgol Brynhyffryd Ruthin
22 Josh Marrs Abbeygate college Mold

GCS U12 & U13 Training

2010-11-18T10:24:00.000Z

The next training sessions will take place on the 4th & 11th of December. Venues not confirmed but should be COBRA & Dolgellau in that order.

Please invite anyone that you think will benefit from the setup.

Regards,

Dai

GCS v GCE

2010-09-22T09:51:00.002+01:00

The first Provincial weekend of the season takes place at COBRA Rugby Fields this Sunday (26th September), when GCS take on GCE.
Kickoff times are:
U12's - 10.30am
U13's - 12 noon
U14's - 1.30pm
U15's - 3pm

Refreshments will be available, courtesy of COBRA rugby club.

Swansea Schools U15’s 17- 0 Gogledd Cymru U15’s

2010-09-22T09:46:00.002+01:00

Swansea Schools U15’s 17- 0 Gogledd Cymru U15’s
Last Saturday saw Gogledd Cymru play their first ever game in the Dewar Shield as a region, against reigning champions Swansea away at Morriston RFC. The game was extremely competitive and the boys can feel disappointed not to have won the game.
The early exchanges saw Gogledd Cymru have the ascendancy with some strong running from Joe Mills and solid defence from Will Mackereth. Unfortunately this pressure could not be put into points. The set pieces functioned well against a big Swansea pack, with Daffyd Parry and Josh Roberts stealing some vital lineouts.
With Swansea starting to come into the game the Gogledd Cymru defence had to be at its best, and lead by Fullback Tom Astbury they certainly were. Several times Swansea pressurised Gogledd Cymru’s line only to find resolute resistance that lead to the ball being turned over and the pressure relieved.
With the score 0-0 at half time both teams had confidence that they could go on to win the game. Unfortunately silly errors were creeping into the away teams play that lead to Swansea having good field position and allowed their Centre to crash over for the first try of the day. Gogledd Cymru had opportunities to reply with wingers Josh Marrs and George Gardner going closest.
Swansea extended their lead to 10-0 with a penalty. This prompted the Gogledd coaches into sweeping changes in which all players gave good accounts of there selves. With seconds remaining Swansea produced the best play of the day to score a great try, showing why they are one of the favourites for the Shield.

1 Michael Williams Ysgol Aberconwy Llandudno
2 Dewi Bowen Llanfyllin High School Newtown
3 Dan Owen Caerinion High School Newtown
4 Daffyd Parry Brynhyfryd High School Ruthin
5 Ieuan Owen Ysgol Dyffryn Nantue Caernarfon
6 Jordan Jones Ysgol yr Grango Ruthin
7 Josh Roberts Ysgol John Bright Llandudno
8 Joe Mills Llanidloes High School Llanidloes
9 Jamie Jones Brynhyfryd High School Ruthin
10 Morgan Williams Syr Hughowen Caernarfon
11 Josh Marrs Abbeygate College Mold
12 Will Mackereth Llanfyllin High School Whitchurch
13 Cai Davies Brynhyfryd High School Ruthin
14 George Gardner Brynhyfryd High School Ruthin
15 Tom Astbury Caerinion High School Newtown
16 Jordan Talbot Eirias High School Colwyn Bay
17 Dan Colclough Rhyl High School Rhyl
18 Ryan Jones Ysgol John Bright Llandudno
19 Richard Roberts LLanfyllin High School Cobra
20 Cai Jones Dyffryn Conwy Nant Conwy
21 Tom Williams Welshpool High School Newtown
22 Ioan Jones Gyfun Llangefni Llangefni

RGC U15’s vs Swansea - kick off 10am Saturday18th September

2010-09-14T12:24:00.002+01:00

Well done to all the GCS player who have made the first RGC U15 Dewar Shield Squad.

1 Michael Williams Ysgol Aberconwy Llandudno

2 Dewi Bowen Llanfyllin High School Newtown

3 Zac Roberts Elfed High School Mold

4 Daffyd Parry Brynhyfryd High School Ruthin

5 Ieuan Owen Ysgol Dyffryn Nantue Caernarfon

6 Jordan Jones Ysgol yr Grango Ruthin

7 Josh Roberts Ysgol John Bright Llandudno

8 Joe Mills Llanidloes High School Llanidloes

9 Jamie Jones Brynhyfryd High School Ruthin

10 Morgan Williams Syr Hughowen Caernarfon

11 Josh Marrs Abbeygate College Mold

12 Will Mackereth Llanfyllin High School Whitchurch

13 Cai Davies Brynhyfryd High School Ruthin

14 George Gardner Brynhyfryd High School Ruthin

15 Tom Astbury Llanfaircaerenian Newtown

16 Jordan Talbot Eirias High School Colwyn Bay

17 Dan Colclough Rhyl High School Rhyl

18 Dan Owen Caerinion High School Newtown

19 Richard Roberts LLanfyllin High School Cobra

20 Cai Jones Dyffryn Conwy Nant Conwy

21 Tom Williams Welshpool High School Newtown

22 Ioan Jones Gyfun Llangefni Llangefni

RGC 1404 v Blues

2010-08-12T11:07:00.000+01:00

This Sunday RGC 1404 Regional Age Grade teams take on there Blues counterparts.

RGC 1404 U18’s v Blues @ Merthyr RFC ko 1pm.
RGC 1404 U16’s v Blues North @ Abercwmboi RFC 1pm

U18 Final 22
Aaron Gwyn- Caernarfon
Afon Bagshaw- Flint
Gareth Williams- Welshpool
Jamie Williams- Colwyn Bay
Alex Schwarz- Mold
Matt Bevan- Bala
Jason Blackmore- Rhyl
Gareth Pym- Welsh Exiles
Dion Jones- Nant Conwy
Mike Jones- Ruthin
Llewellyn Edwards- Ruthin
James Harding- COBRA
James Grundy- Mold
Teddy Brittain- Llanidloes
Jon Evans- Rhyl
Joe Simpson- Bangor
Andy Oakden- Welsh Exiles
Lewis Barker- Mold
Llew Williams-Caernarfon
Meillir Parry- Bangor
Jac Williams- Ruthin
Jacob Weaver-Jones- Welshpool

U16 Final 22
1 Ben SALISBURY Whitchurch (Exiles) Bishop Heber
2 Luke WILLIAMS Mold RFC Argoed HS
3 Callum MITCHELL Colwyn Bay RFC Eirias HS
4 Tomos OLIVER Nant Conwy RFC Ysgol Dyffryn Conwy
5 Jake HAZLEHURST Newtown RFC Newtown HS
6 Toby TWIGG Whitchurch (Exiles) Llanfyllin HS
7 Scott CRITCHLEY West Park (Exiles) Wade Deacon HS
8 Max DAVIES Flint RFC Hawarden HS
9 Gwilym PARI Pwllheli RFC Botwnnog HS
10 Emyr GWYNEDD Mold RFC Ysgol Brynhyfryd
11 Oliver SHARPLES Whitchurch (Exiles) Thomas Adams HS
12 Rhys WILLIAMS Mold RFC Penley HS
13 Harri EDWARDS Llangefni RFC Bodedern HS
14 James STRONG Mold RFC Mold Alun HS
15 Osian JONES Pwllheli RFC Glan y Mor HS
16 James BULLARD Nant Conwy RFC St Davids College
17 Tim BACK Rhyl RFC Prestatyn HS
18 Sam PARRY Llandudno RFC Ysgol y Creuddyn
19 Alex POPE Mold RFC Ysgol Maes Garmon
20 Dafydd E JONES Llangefni RFC Syr Thomos Jones HS
21 Dafydd Rees JONES Denbigh RFC Ysgol Glan Clwyd
22 Rhodri MAYOR COBRA Llanfyllin HS

GOOD LUCK TO ALL THE BOYS

Regional Squads 2010-2011

2010-08-12T11:02:00.002+01:00

It’s been a busy time in North Wales arranging Squads for RGC U18’s, RGC U16’s and the new North Wales Dewar Shield squad.

With the final squads being announced at U18 & U16 and the initial U15 squad announced, it’s with great pleasure that Gogledd Cymru South (South Gwynedd, North Powys) will have its biggest representation to date.

RGC 1404 U18’s (7)
OWAIN ALED- BALA
MATT BEVAN-BALA
JACK BENNETT- NEWTOWN
TEDDY BRITTAIN- LLANIDLOES
JAMES HARDING-COBRA
JACOB WEAVER-JONES-WELSHPOOL
GARETH WILLIAMS- WELSHPOOL

RGC 1404 U16’S (6)
JAKE HAZLEHURST NEWTOWN RFC NEWTOWN HS
TOBY TWIGG WHITCHURCH (EXILES) LLANFYLLIN HS
RHODRI MAYOR COBRA LLANFYLLIN HS
HUW WORTHINGTON COBRA LLANFYLLIN HS
BRAMWELL YALLOP MACHYNLLETH RFC YSGOL BRO DDYFI
JOSEFF EDWARDS BALA YSGOL Y BERWYN

GC U15’S (DEWAR SHIELD INITIAL SQUAD) (12)
SHAUN BATEMAN BRO FFESTINIOG RFC YSGOL Y MOELWYN
HUW PARRY BRO FFESTINIOG RFC YSGOL Y MOELWYN
RICHARD ROBERTS COBRA LLANFYLLIN HS
DAVID CARTER YSGOL ARDUDWY
JOE MILLS LLANIDLOES RFC LLANIDLOES HS
WILLIAM JONES MACHYNLETH RFC TYWYN HS
TOM ASTBURY NEWTOWN RFC LLANFAIR HS
DEWI BOWEN NEWTOWN RFC LLANFYLLIN HS
HARRY JUKES NEWTOWN RFC LLANFYLLIN HS
DAN OWEN NEWTOWN RFC LLANFAIR HS
TOM WILLIAMS NEWTOWN RFC WELSHPOOL HS
WILLIAM MACKERETH WHITCHURCH RFC LLANFYLLIN HS

CONGRATULATIONS to all players selected!!!!

Elen makes World Cup squad

2010-07-16T15:46:00.001+01:00

Lewis confirms World Cup squad
15 July 2010, 10:29 am
By Graeme Gillespie

Wales head coach Jason Lewis has added the final pieces to his selection jigsaw by confirming his IRB Women's Rugby World Cup squad.
Lewis had initially named 23 players, leaving three spots open, however Alex Stokes has been withdrawn which has meant four players being added to the finalised squad.
Woodbridge second row Louise Rickard, Bath prop Caryl Thomas, Dolgellau centre Elen Evans and Loughborough full-back Elinor Snowsill have been confirmed in what Lewis describes as a Welsh side which will enter the World Cup as underdogs in a tough group boasting world champions New Zealand, 7s champions Australia and South Africa.

"We named 23 to start with but it was always going to be the fact that there were 23 at that point of time who earned the right to go. But the squad knew if people weren't performing there was always the opportunity to change players and put others in.

"Now's the time where we've got to pick 26 and one player hasn't quite made the progress due to injury, as a result we've left her out of the squad and four others will now come into the squad of 22 to make the final squad of 26," explained Lewis.

Rickard was delighted to earn her call-up for her fourth World Cup. The ageless Rickard has moved from wing to second row and admitted the news took her by surprise.

"It was a total shock when Jason rang to let me know. I wasn't expecting the squad to be finalised until a couple of more weeks so it came out of the blue. I didn't really know if I would make it - the other times I suppose you take it for granted that you are going to be in the team but when you are right on the edge it means that much more to you."

Lewis added: "I'm really happy with the squad which we've got. I know it is a cliché but it is a real mixture of youth and experience. I think some of the young players who have come in have added some vibrancy and mixed things up a little bit. They've certainly shown they deserve their place here and I think there is a good spirit in the squad.

"Going into the World Cup, we're underdogs. If you go on line or read any press releases, Wales is always mentioned as the last name in the pool.

"I think people are writing us off in favour of the bigger names. Australia - World Cup winners at 7s, South Africa - because of what their male counterparts do and world champions New Zealand - they are fantastic. So nobody gives us a second thought, that's great, that suits us down to the ground, and that's a good place to be."

The World Cup will be staged at Surrey Sports Park and the Twickenham Stoop between August 20-September 5 with Wales kicking their campaign off against Australia on the opening day of the tournament.

Wales Women's World Cup squad (confirmed):
Forwards: Jenny Davies, Lowri Harries, Catrin Edwards, Rhian Bowden, Gemma Hallett, Shona Powell-Hughes, Louise Rickard, Rachel Taylor, Catrina Nicholas, Jamie Kift (captain), Sioned Harries, Lisa Newton, Caryl Thomas

Backs: Amy Day, Laura Prosser, Awen Thomas, Naomi Thomas, Mared Evans, Clare Flowers, Ceri Redman, Mellissa Berry (capt), Caryl James, Non Evans, Elinor Snowsill, Elen Evans.

U12 & U13 GCS Trials

2010-07-12T16:38:00.002+01:00

Ladies/Gentleman,

Gogledd Cymru South will be hosting a Provincial Trial for next seasons U12 and U13 players on Saturday 31st July, 10am to 12pm at Bala RFC. If your club/school feel you have players good enough to play provincial rugby, could you please contact me with their details and inform them of the trial day. I want to make sure that all players in our province have this opportunity, so could you please make sure that the relevant people are informed.

Diolch,

Dai

dhiggs@wru.co.uk
07881584500

Paul John 7's Clinic

2010-06-16T11:18:00.000+01:00

Paul John the current World Cup winning coach of the welsh 7’s team and Sport Wales’s coach of the year is intending doing a Rugby 7’s coaching clinic on the afternoon of Monday 5th July at Colwyn Bay RFC, 1.15 to 3.30pm.

This is a rare opportunity to utilise one the worlds best coaches at rugby 7’s and with 7’s becoming an Olympic sport in 2012, participation and exposure is only going to increase.

Any coaches interested in attending the clinic, could you please reply to the email.

Provincial Presentation Night

2010-05-27T10:22:00.000+01:00

The first ever provincial presentation night took place at Newtown RFC on Friday May 14th. With over 150 attending, the event was a huge success. The support on the night was a gauge on how much support has been shown over a very successful first season.

The players were treated to several presentations plus a provincial tie.

Player Awards went to:
U12's - Josh Jones (Newtown RFC / Llanfair High School). Shortlisted Aron Roberts (Bro Ffestiniog / Ysgol Y Moelwyn)
U13's - Sam Jones (Llanidloes RFC / Llanidloes High School). Shortlisted Elliot Pritchard (Newtown RFC / Welshpool High School).
U14's - Dave Carter (Ysgol Ardudwy). Shortlisted Dewi Bowen (Newtown RFC / Ysgol Llanfyllin).

Many Thanks for all who supported/helped out!

Provincial Coaches Required

2010-05-27T10:09:00.000+01:00

Hello everyone,

Please circulate this information around your clubs or you may be interested yourselves.

SEASON 2010 -2011

Gogledd Cymru South

We are currently looking to fill several vacancies within our coaching structure. We currently run U12s, 13s, and 14s provincially but are looking to expand this to U15s and U14s Girls for the 2010 / 2011 season, as a result we require additional coaches at several age groups.

Positions required are:
U12's - Head Coach, Team Manager & Assistant coaches
U14's Girls - Head Coach, Team Manager & Assistant coaches

If you have the time and inclination and would like to help out in general or think you may have a skill set that would benefit provincial rugby.

please contact Dai Higgs on 07881584500 or dhiggs@wru.co.uk

GCS Presentation Evening @ Newtown RFC Friday 14th May

2010-05-11T14:48:00.000+01:00

Ladies/Gents,

Format for GCS presentation evening is as follows:-
6.45 to 7pm – arrive
7pm to 7.30 – Presentation by Marc Roberts (WRU Regional Performance Development Manager)
7.30 to 8pm – Buffett
8pm to 8.15 – Presentation (Highlights of season)
8.15 to 8.30 – Player of the Season Awards

GC U14 team v Welsh Exiles

2010-05-07T10:15:00.000+01:00

Congratulations to all the boys selected for the upcoming game v Welsh Exiles at Newtown RFC on Sunday 9th May, 2pm kickoff.

1 Jordan Jones (East)
2 D.Bowen (South)
3 Dan Owen (South)
4 Ryan Jones (West)
5 J.Roberts (West)
6 Daffyd Parry (East)
7 Richard Roberts (South)
8 Joe Mills (South)
9 Jamie Jones (East)
10 Morgan Williams (West)
11 David Carter (South)
12 Cameron Davies (West)
13 Tom Astbury (South)
14 Ryan Parry (West)
15 Connor Kendrick (East)
16 Jordan Talbot (West)
17 Eifion Roberts (West)
18 Dan Colclough (East)
19 Jake Lovett (West)
20 Cai Jones (West)
21 Gez Davies (South)
22 George Gardner (East)
Stand By Players
23 Will Jones (South)
24 Cai Davies (East)

GCS Presentation Night!

2010-05-02T08:53:00.000+01:00

Friday 14th May 7:00pm Newtown RFC

There is to be a GCS presentation night for the U12's through to the U14's, all past and present players are invited to come and join the end of season celebrations.

The night will consist of the Player of the season trophy, Provincial tie awards (players who have played two or more games qualify), and a RGC delivery on the academy set up along with a brief talk on next season pending provincial fixtures.

The cost is £10 per player (parents pay for food on request).

RGC 1404 U16 v Dragons @ Llanidloes RFC Friday 30th April 7pm Kickoff

2010-04-27T19:51:00.000+01:00

1. Oli Suter (Mold)2. Luke Williams (Mold)3. Sion Hughes (Llangefni)4. Sam Parry (Llandudno)5. Toby Twigg (Whitchurch)6. Huw Worthington (COBRA)7. Dafydd Rees Jones (Denbigh)8. Alex Pope (Mold)9. Rhodri Mayor (COBRA)10. Emyr Gwynedd (Mold)11. David Bowen (Mold)12. Rhys Williams (Mold)13. Russell Jones (Wrexham)14. Daf Jones (Llangefni)15. James Strong (Mold)
16. Tim Back (Rhyl)17. Ben Salisbury (Whitchurch)18. Scott Critchley (West Park St Helens)19. Anthony Barry (Llangefni)20. James Burns (Wrexham)21. Morgan Harries (Llandudno)22. Osian Jones (Pwllheli)

GCS v Ceredigion

2010-04-26T12:10:00.000+01:00

Gogledd Cymru South ended their season on a high yesterday against Ceredigion at Aberystwyth.

All teams produced their best performances of the seasons with the U12’s losing narrowly 20-12.Josh Jones(Newtown) continued his fine form with a try, the speedy Andrew Williams (Bro) scoring the other. Strong running Daf Thomas (Newtown) kicked a conversion. Aron Roberts (Bro) worked tirelessly and new comers Joe Franklyn(Oswestry) and Huw Jones(Tywyn) produced strong performances.
The U13’s won 29-7 Twm Jones(Newtown) bagging 14 points (2 tries, 2 conversions). Sam Jones (Llanidloes), Jack Owen (Newtown) and Gwidion Roberts (Bro) used their pace and power to score their customary long range tries. Elliot Pritchard (Newtown) produced several try saving tackles at Fullback. This was a well deserved victory to a team that has been growing all season.
The final game of the day saw two highly skilled and committed teams battle it out, with the GCS U14 showing how good they can be, coming away with a 54-5 win. Joe Mills (Llanidloes) put in his best performance of the season, with his appetite to run at the Ceredigion defence. Dave Carter(Harlech) showed he has power as well as an abundance of pace, and Gez Davies(Llanidloes) continued his fine vein of form. Tries Dave Carter 3, Gez Davies 2, Sean Griffiths (COBRA) 1, Joe Mills 1, Tom Farrell (Dolgellau) 1. Conversions Dewi Bowen (Newtown) 3, Tom Astbury (Newtown) 3.
Great end to a very successful first season of Provincial Rugby!

RGC 1404 U16 v Dragons @ Llanidloes RFC Friday 30th April 7pm Kickoff

2010-04-26T10:41:00.000+01:00

RGC 1404 U16 continue their preparations for next seasons Age Grade Championship with a friendly against the Dragons at Llanidloes RFC on Friday 30th April 7pm kick off. This Championship is the breeding ground for future welsh internationals, and the RGC side will contain several local provincial players (Squad to be sent when confirmed).

Please show your support!!!!

Final Provincial Game

2010-04-19T10:23:00.000+01:00

Ladies/Gents,

Just a reminder that it's the final training session and game of the season this weekend.
U14 training Friday 23rd 7pm at Newtown RFC
U12 & U13 training saturday 24th at Newtown RFC

Games v Ceredigion Sunday 25th at Aberystwyth RFC.
U12 - 11am
U13 - 12.30
U14 - 2pm

New Boys at Centre of Development

2010-04-15T10:42:00.000+01:00

Congratulations to the following boys who have been invited to train at the Centre of Development at Llanidloes. This is due to them making the provisional squad for RGC 1404 U16's.
Rhodri Mayor - COBRA, Llanfyllin High School
Huw Worthington - COBRA, Llanfyllin High School
Toby Twigg - Whitchurch, Llanfyllin High School
Bramwell Yallop - Machynlleth RFC, Ysgol Bro Dyfi
Nathan Evans - Machynlleth RFC, Ysgol Bro Dyfi
Jake Hazelhurst - Newtown RFC, Newtown High School

Congratulations to the Selected Boys!

2010-04-01T14:55:00.000+01:00

Ten boys from the Gogledd South province have been selected for the RGC 1404 U 14's training squad and all are in contention for the pending team announcement to play in Newtown against The Welsh Exiles on May 9th.

The boys have all worked hard on and off the field this season and their inclusion is just reward for the effort.

Will Jones, Dan Owen, Dewi Bowen, Richard Roberts, Joe Mills, Huw Parry, Tom Williams, Harry Jukes, David Carter and Tom Astbury all head into the mix to put their case forward at three training venues one in the West, East and South.

Canada U17 v RGC1404

2010-03-31T15:48:00.000+01:00

North Wales game v Canada now taking place at wrexham rather than Colwyn Bay. Same time ko. Tonight

East v South

2010-03-31T15:31:00.000+01:00

Last Sunday saw the South play the East at Shotton RFC. The U12’s fielding several new U11 players battled hard against a bigger east team. Although coming off second best they managed to score some great tries with the outstanding Josh Jones (Newtown) scoring a couple and a great long range effort from birthday boy Dillon Leary (Llanidloes). U13 went down by 7 tries to 6 in a very entertaining match where they produced some excellent attacking rugby. Sam Jones(Llanidloes) capped an outstanding display with 3 tries, other tries coming from the strong running flankers/centres Jack Owen(Newtown) & Gwidion Roberts (Bro Ffestiniog).The U14’s completed a clean sweep over the other North Wales provinces, coming out comprehensive winners 10-25. The Outstanding Outside Half Tom Williams(Newtown) chipped in with a try and Penalty, Dewi Bowen (Newtown) added a try and conversion, the other tries coming from the pacey wing Dave Carter (Harlech) and mister consistant Gez Davies(Llanidloes). This performance will enhance the reputation of several boys pushing to be selected for the North Wales select game versus Exiles, at Newtown on Sunday May 9th. But first they take on Heart of Wales at Llanidloes on Wednesday 7th April at Llanidloes 3pm kickoff.

Canadian Age Grade Games

2010-03-26T11:13:00.001Z

For your information;

' Next week sees International Rugby come to North Wales when the Canada national Under 17 Team play their RGC 1404 equivalents in 2 friendly fixtures. The games to be played at Colwyn Bay RFC on 31st March ( 7:30 KO ) and Eirias Parc on 2nd April ( Good Friday, 12:00 KO), are to act as warm-up games for the Canadians,who are staying at Rydal school,prior to their participation in an International Tournament being held at Wellington College,Berkshire the following week.
They will also be of massive benefit to the RGC 1404 Under 17 players and coaches as they prepare for both their remaining fixtures in the RAF Trophy against Cheshire and Lancashire and more long-term for this autumns regional age-grade championship. Spectators and supporters at both matches will be more than welcome.'

Support where you can.

GCS JUNIOR 7's

2010-03-25T12:29:00.000Z

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ON
SUNDAY August 29th from 12 noon till late.
U12, 13 & 14’s compete in the fast action
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For More Info Or To Enter Contact.
Dave Higgs on 07881 584500
or
Jason Bowen on 07515886957

GCE v GCS

2010-03-23T10:22:00.000Z

Venue: Shotton RFC
U12’s KO is 10:00am; 3 x 20 minute games
U13’s KO is 12:00pm; 3 x 20 minute games
U14’s KO is 2:00pm; standard game

Players should be at venue at least 45mins before KO, coaches to make arrangements that best suit their teams needs.

Shotton Steel Juniors, Corus Sports & Social Club, Rowleys Drive, Shotton, Flintshire, CH5 1PY.
http://www.pitchero.com/clubs/shottonsteelrugbyclub/?primary=aboutus&secondary=location&third=location

Tel: 07776026684

Dolgellau Ladies v UWIC

2010-03-16T15:00:00.000Z

Good Luck to Dolgellau Ladies in their quest to reach the final of the Welsh Cup! On Saturday 20th March they take on reigning champions UWIC at Builth Wells RFC 11am kickoff.
They reached the semi finals of the cup with an impressive win away to North Wales rivals Ruthin. Having been in dominant form in Division One West where they are currently un defeated, the girls go into the clash with the mighty UWIC full of confidence.

Game v East

2010-03-12T15:47:00.000Z

Just a reminder that the game v East will be at Shotton RFC on Sunday 28th March
U12 10am kick off
U13 12pm kick off
U14 2pm kick off

Scrum Session Friday 12th March 7pm

2010-03-09T12:11:00.000Z

New date following the last postponement.
The U14 pack will have an extra technical session at Llanidloes RFC on Friday 12th @7:00 with a 6:30 meet.
It will take the form of an indoor DVD session then out on the machine for the practicable part.
Make the effort to make the difference!

GCS Development Day

2010-02-25T13:24:00.000Z

Ladies/Gents,

A reminder of the development day on Sunday 28th February at COBRA. Any players aged U12 to U14 are welcomed.

Here is the schedule for the development day:
U12s (10-12)
10:00 - 10:10 Introductions
10:10 - 10:20 Measure height & weight
10:20 - 10:40 Warm up & basic movement mechanics
10:40 - 11:00 Go through basic strength progressions. Followed by overhead squat pic (mobility screen)
11:00 - 12:00 Performance testing. Speed (10m dash) & power (vertical jump)

(U13s & U14s: schedule as above)

U13’s start 12pm

U14’s start 2pm

Please could you forward to all interested parties.

GCS U14 Training - Change of Venue

2010-02-23T13:29:00.000Z

GCS U14 training will now be at Welshpool RFC 7pm to 9pm on Wednesday24th February

Scrum Session Postponed due to Heavy Snow

2010-02-21T07:56:00.000Z

GCS Meeting Notifacation

2010-02-20T09:34:00.000Z

All

Due to the busy end to the season and the promise of an action pack 2nd term we need to all sit down and review 2009/10 so far, and then organise the set up for next season.

Agenda.
Review from Team Manager/Head Coach
Fundraising
Team Staff for 2010/11 (including new recruits for next seasons U12's)
Funding for the new U15's.
Format/structured Season.

Sunday 28th 4pm COBRA rugby club (following on from the Development day)

U14 Scrum Session

2010-02-20T09:30:00.000Z

The U14 pack will have an extra technical session at Newtown RFC on Sunday 21st @10:30.
It will take the form of an indoor DVD session then out on the machine for the practicable part.
Make the effort to make the difference!

TRAINING CANCELLED

2010-02-20T07:22:00.000Z

GCS U12 & U13 training cancelled Saturday 20th Febuary, due to adverse weather.

February 17th: GCS 0 SDR 14

2010-02-18T16:24:00.000Z

The U14's succumb to their first defeat of the season with a spirited performance against the two year undefeated side from the Ospreys region.

Swansea District Rugby run out eventual 14-0 winners, and showed the level that all the boys need to be for our North wales sides to compete on a regular basis with our southern counterparts.

A special mention must go to the heroic defensive organisation that GCS showed to ensure both sides knew they had been in a hard competitive game.

Well done to the boys and Newtown for hosting the day.

Inter Provincial rugby hits Newtown on Wednesday Feb 17th.

2010-02-03T08:34:00.000Z

The winners from the first round of the Gogledd provincial matches take on Swansea at Newtown Rugby Club.
The schedule see a representative team from each province with staggered kick off times.
Gogledd West U12's @ 4:30pm
Gogledd East U13's @ 5:45pm
Gogledd South U14's @ 7:00pm

Make an effort and come and support the boys.

Raffle Prizes

2010-02-02T09:49:00.000Z

Need Raffle Prizes for Provincial games. Can you help?
Any big prizes to be used for end of season raffle.

If you can help please contact Dai Higgs 07881584500 dhiggs@wru.co.uk

GCS v GCW POSTPONED

2010-01-30T19:33:00.000Z

Ladies/Gents,

The Provincial games tomorrow, GCS v GCW at Bro Ffestiniog have been postponed due to frozen pitches. Could you please inform the relevant people.

Regards,

Dai

U12's Change of venue

2010-01-28T06:30:00.000Z

Due to unavailability of a pitch at Newtown, the U12's will now be training at Llanidloes on Saturday 30th January @ 10am.

Kick off Times for Sunday (Bro Ffestiniog)

2010-01-27T07:10:00.000Z

Ladies/Gents,

Kick off times are as follow:
U12's - 10:30am
U13's - 12pm
U14's - 1:30pm

please contact coaches for meeting times.

Dai

Coach Education Night 18th January (TONIGHT)

2010-01-18T09:04:00.000Z

Coach Education - Scrum & LineoutAll coaches are invited to attend a coach education evening at Welshpool RFC on Monday January 18th, 7:00pm - 9:00pm.The evening will be focussing on technical aspects of the scrum and lineout, with ideas on how coaches can incorporate these within their coaching sessions. Whilst the skills are applicable to youth and senior teams the session is aimed at players between the ages of 12 & 16.This evening is the precursor to a follow on session in March looking at the tactical choices available from scrum and Lineout.

Busy 2nd Half for U14's

2010-01-16T11:07:00.000Z

Following all the postponed training and games the Under 14's have a busy time ahead of them.

The next round of provincial matches includes this months clash with the West in Bro, followed by games against Swansea, Heart of Wales, Ceredigion and the rearranged match against the East. (see U14 Fixtures)

Lets extend our unbeaten run and remember the teams success is your commitment.

RGC 1404 V LEICESTER TIGERS POSTPONED

2010-01-14T18:44:00.000Z

RGC 1404 V LEICESTER TIGERS
MATCH POSTPONED DUE TO FROZEN PITCH
TO BE RE-ARRANGED

NWRC MOURNS THE DEATH OF BETHESDA PRESIDENT

2010-01-11T10:47:00.000Z

North Wales Rugby Council would like to offer condolences to the family of Brian Williams, President of Bethesda Rugby Club who died tragically this week.He was a true friend of the game and to everyone associated with the game of rugby in North Wales. He will be sadly missed.Other tributes have also been paid to the Gwynedd lorry driver who died in a road accident with another heavy goods vehicle on the A470 in Powys.Brian Williams, 64, was well-known as the president of Bethesda Rugby Club near Bangor. He owned Ogwen Transport at Sling near Tregarth, Bangor, and was driving one of his own lorries. His friend, Huw Jones, said he would not have wanted to let his customers down during the bad weather. He added Mr Williams was very well liked and respected within the community and was always ready to lend a hand. "He could have retired but he liked to drive, and he would not have wanted to let his customers down," Mr Jones, who is chairman of Bethesda Rugby Club said. "Apparently he got up at five to check the conditions, which were too bad to start off, but by 9am he decided he would chance it," he added. Mr Williams leaves a wife, Helen, and daughter Lucy. "We had known each other for years, and he was really quiet, but still quite a character," said Mr Jones. "He only went to the rugby club to drink, because he said he liked it there with the boys, and he used to play rugby for the club when he was younger." Mr Jones said the death had shocked the whole community. "A friend was over from America to see him at the weekend, and they were laughing and joking, he only went back on Monday... and then this happened, and he's coming back again now for the funeral." "Everyone thought the world of Brian, he was a real gentle giant," he added. Mr Williams died when his truck was in collision with another heavy goods vehicle in an area known locally as Quarry Corner near Rhayader, Powys. The other driver suffered serious injuries and is being treated at Morriston Hospital in Swansea

Coach Education Night 18th January

2010-01-08T14:16:00.000Z

Coach Education - Scrum & Lineout

All coaches are invited to attend a coach education evening at Welshpool RFC on Monday January 18th, 7:00pm - 9:00pm.

The evening will be focussing on technical aspects of the scrum and lineout, with ideas on how coaches can incorporate these within their coaching sessions. Whilst the skills are applicable to youth and senior teams the session is aimed at players between the ages of 12 & 16.

This evening is the precursor to a follow on session in March looking at the tactical choices available from scrum and Lineout.

North Wales rugby rebranded

2010-01-05T17:14:00.001Z

A date of major significance in ancient Welsh history has been revived to form the new name and emblem for the reshaped North Wales development team.The team, previously known as Rygbi Gogledd Cymru, will now be called RGC 1404 which will be emblazoned on a heraldic badge above a golden Welsh dragon alongside an ornate celtic graphic within a knight's shield.1404 is the year when Owain Glyndwr was crowned Welsh Prince at Machynlleth and led his Welsh army and supporters under the golden dragon standard.Now these landmarks from history are being revived to spearhead the RGC 1404 campaign to become a new and powerful force in the representative game.The newly designed branding is being launched today (Tuesday 5 January) along with details of RGC 1404's finalised fixture list which kicks off in mid-January 2010.Ten fixtures have been confirmed for the team starting on Friday 15th January when RGC 1404 take on a Leicester Tigers Development XV at their new home ground in Parc Eirias, Colwyn Bay. Other fixtures are still to be added to the schedule.The team's golden dragon standard will be raised above their new home base for the first fixture to be played by the relaunched side.The WRU Head of Rugby Performance and Development, Joe Lydon, said: "We are delighted with the new branding which the players, supporters and officials can wear with pride."RGC 1404 signifies the focus to raise the profile and development of rugby across the whole of North Wales and provides an opportunity for the whole region to unite and support that focus."The people of North Wales have already proved they have a hunger for top class rugby and this branding proves we want to engage with their hopes and aspirations for the team." WRU Group Chief Executive Roger Lewis said: "Rugby is our national sport here in Wales and it is fitting that our aims for the future are closely linked to our history and heritage off the field as well.""Amongst other things rugby is about dedication, loyalty, and honour which are all symbolised in the life story of Owain Glyndwr.RGC 1404 Head Coach Clive Griffiths said: "We have an exciting fixture list to kick off a new era of north Wales rugby. We have had a great level of cooperation from Premiership clubs in England and Welsh clubs and Regions. The quality of opposition will enable players from north and south Wales along with the Canadians in the squad to challenge themselves against full time and semi-professional players."It's important the players gel as a team under one identity. RGC 1404 will provide that identity and with continued support from the north Wales public, I'm sure that brand will grow year on year."WRU Board representative for North Wales, Peredur Jenkins, said: "The new branding of the Gogledd Cymru team - RGC 1404 - heralds a new era for rugby in north Wales - an exciting and innovative development in Welsh rugby."Our aim is to give young talented players in north Wales, the chance to develop to their potential within their own area, and to give the people of north Wales high quality rugby on their doorstep."I appeal to everyone across north Wales to attend the matches at Parc Eirias to support our own representative team." Kenton Morgan, chair, CIC Rygbi Gogledd Cymru said: "Gogledd Cymru has become more than just a team. It also represents the culture of the north Wales region. RGC 1404 was commissioned to make the brand more accessible to supporters from all over the region but the aspirations of Gogledd Cymru remain the same - to provide supporters and players in north Wales with access to high quality rugby."The RGC 1404 team has already unveiled former Wales defence coach Clive Griffiths as its new Head Coach and announced that ten Canadian international players will arrive next month to bolster the competitive standard of the squad.The WRU link up with Canadian rugby will involve hosting the players while reducing their numbers as the new National Academy structure in North Wales gradually develops more local players to take their places.The new logo for RGC 1404 has been designed by Worldspan of Abergele after being commissioned by the WRU.Today RGC 1404 can confirm ten fixtures for the forthcoming season with all home games to be played at Parc Eirias.RGC 1404 fixtures 2010:Friday 15 Jan v Leicester Tigers Development XV Parc EiriasWed 20 Jan v Antiassassins (Chester) awaySat 30 Jan v Glamorgan Wanderers away2 / 3 Feb v Scarlets, Llandovery RFCWed 17 Feb v Worcester Parc EiriasWed 23 Feb v Sale Jets Parc EiriasWed 10 March v Leeds Parc EiriasFri 19 March v Oxford University Parc EiriasSat 17 April v Cross Keys Parc Eirias23/24 April v Dragons, Parc Eirias.

CYHOEDDI DELWEDD NEWYDD AR GYFER RYGBI GOGLEDD CYMRU

Mae dyddiad pwysig yn hanes Cymru wedi'i adfywio i ffurfio enw ac emblem newydd ar gyfer tîm datblygu Gogledd Cymru.Rŵan, bydd y tîm yn cael ei alw yn RGC 1404 fydd wedi'i nodi ar fathodyn uwchben draig euraidd yn ymyl patrwm Celtaidd addurnedig mewn tarian.1404 yw'r flwyddyn pan goronwyd Owain Glyndŵr yn Dywysog Cymru ym Machynlleth ac arweiniodd ei fyddin a'i gefnogwyr dan faner y ddraig euraidd.Rŵan, mae'r cerrig milltir hanesyddol hyn yn cael eu hadfywio i arwain ymgyrch RGC 1404 i fod yn rym newydd a phwerus yn y gêm gynrychioliadol.Bydd y ddelwedd newydd yn cael ei lansio heddiw gyda manylion rhestr gemau RGC 1404 a gadarnhawyd, fydd yn dechrau ganol Ionawr 2010. Mae deg gêm wedi'u cadarnhau ar gyfer y tîm, gan ddechrau ddydd Gwener 15 Ionawr pan fydd RGC 1404 yn chwarae yn erbyn Leicester Tigers Development XV yn eu cartref newydd ym Mharc Eirias, Bae Colwyn. Bydd gemau eraill hefyd yn cael eu hychwanegu at y rhestr bresennol. Bydd baner draig euraidd y tîm yn hedfan uwchben y stadiwm yn ystod gêm gyntaf y tîm. Dywedodd Pennaeth Perfformiad a Datblygiad Rygbi URC, Joe Lydon: "Rydym wrth ein bodd gyda'r ddelwedd newydd y gall y chwaraewyr, y cefnogwyr a'r swyddogion ei wisgo gyda balchder. "Mae RGC 1404 yn cynrychioli'r ffocws i wella proffil a datblygiad rygbi ledled Gogledd Cymru ac mae'n rhoi cyfle i'r rhanbarth cyfan uno a chefnogi'r ffocws hwnnw."Mae pobl Gogledd Cymru eisoes wedi dangos eu bod yn awyddus i weld rygbi o'r safon uchaf, ac mae'r ddelwedd newydd hon yn profi ein bod yn dymuno cyflawni'r gobeithion a'r dyheadau hyn. Dywedodd Prif Weithredwr Grŵp URC, Roger Lewis: "Rygbi yw ein camp genedlaethol yma yng Nghymru ac mae'n briodol felly bod ein hamcanion ar gyfer y dyfodol yn cysylltu'n agos â'n hanes a'n treftadaeth oddi ar y cae hefyd.""Ymysg pethau eraill, mae ymrwymiad, teyrngarwch, ac anrhydedd i gyd yn bwysig mewn rygbi, ac mae'r rhain i gyd hefyd yn rhan o stori bywyd Owain Glyndŵr. Dywedodd Prif Hyfforddwr RGC 1404, Clive Griffiths: "Mae gennym gemau cyffrous i ddechrau cyfnod newydd yn hanes rygbi Gogledd Cymru. Rydym wedi cael cydweithrediad ardderchog gan glybiau'r Prif Gynghrair yn Lloegr a gan glybiau a rhanbarthau Cymru. Bydd ansawdd y timau rydym yn chwarae yn eu herbyn yn rhoi her i'r chwaraewyr o ogledd a de Cymru, yn ogystal â'r chwaraewyr Canadaidd yn y sgwad, wrth iddynt chwarae yn erbyn chwaraewyr llawn amser a lled broffesiynol."Mae'n bwysig bod y chwaraewyr yn uno fel tîm. RGC 1404 yw enw a hunaniaeth newydd y tîm, a gyda chefnogaeth barhaus gan y cyhoedd yng Ngogledd Cymru, rwy'n siŵr y bydd yn tyfu blwyddyn ar ôl blwyddyn." Dywedodd cynrychiolydd Bwrdd y WRU yng Ngogledd Cymru, Peredur Jenkins: "Mae delwedd newydd tîm Gogledd Cymru - RGC 1404 - yn cyhoeddi dechrau cyfnod newydd ar gyfer rygbi yng Ngogledd Cymru - sy'n ddatblygiad cyffrous ac arloesol i rygbi Cymru. "Ein nod yw rhoi cyfle i chwaraewyr ifanc a thalentog gogledd Cymru i ddatblygu eu potensial yn eu hardal eu hunain, a rhoi cyfle i bobl gogledd Cymru weld rygbi o safon uchel ar garreg eu drws."Rwy'n erfyn ar bawb, ledled gogledd Cymru i ddod i weld y gemau ym Mharc Eirias i gefnogi ein tîm." Dywedodd Kenton Morgan, cadeirydd CIC Rygbi Gogledd Cymru: "Mae Gogledd Cymru wedi datblygu i fod yn fwy na thîm. Mae hefyd yn cynrychioli diwylliant rhanbarth gogledd Cymru. Comisiynwyd RGC 1404 i wneud y ddelwedd yn fwy hygyrch i gefnogwyr o bob rhan o'r rhanbarth, ond mae dyheadau Gogledd Cymru yn aros yr un fath - darparu rygbi o safon uchel i gefnogwyr a chwaraewyr yng ngogledd Cymru." Mae tîm RGC 1404 eisoes wedi cyhoeddi mai cyn hyfforddwr amddiffyn Cymru, Clive Griffiths, yw eu Prif Hyfforddwr, ac wedi cyhoeddi y bydd deg chwaraewr rhyngwladol o Ganada yn cyrraedd fis nesaf i gryfhau safon gystadleuol y sgwad. Mae'r cyswllt rhwng y WRU a rygbi Canada yn golygu y bydd y chwaraewyr o Ganada yn chwarae gyda'r tîm, ond wrth i'r strwythur Academi Genedlaethol yng Ngogledd Cymru ddatblygu yn raddol bydd y niferoedd yn lleihau wrth i ragor o chwaraewyr lleol ymuno â'r tîm.Mae'r logo newydd ar gyfer RGC 1404 wedi'i gynllunio gan Worldspan o Abergele ar ôl iddo gael ei gomisiynu gan y WRU. Heddiw gall RGC 1404 gadarnhau deg gêm ar gyfer y tymor sydd i ddod, a bydd pob gêm gartref yn cael eu chwarae ym Mharc Eirias. Gemau RGC 1404 yn 2010:Gwener 15 Ionawr v Leicester Tigers Development XV - Parc EiriasMercher 20 Ionawr v Antiassassins (Caer) - oddi cartrefSadwrn 30 Ionawr v Crwydriaid Morgannwg - oddi cartref2 / 3 Chwefror v Scarlets, Clwb Rygbi - LlanymddyfriMercher 17 Chwefror v Caerwrangon - Parc EiriasMercher 23 Chwefror v Sale Jets - Parc EiriasMercher 10 Mawrth v Leeds - Parc EiriasGwener 19 Mawrth v Prifysgol Rhydychen - Parc EiriasSadwrn 17 Ebrill v Cross Keys - Parc Eirias 23/24 Ebrill v Dreigiau - Parc Eirias

Canadian 10 heading for Gogledd Cymru

2010-01-05T10:29:00.000Z

Canadian 10 heading for Gogledd Cymru
RUGBY Canada have named the 10 professional players who are set to bolster Gogledd Cymru’s bid for semi-professional rugby.
The players are all part of the Sport Canada government carding programme
and will receive their regular salary while participating in the four-month schedule that will see the North Wales side play a variety of professional academy sides and semi-pro clubs.
Four of the Canadian players come via the Prairie Wolf Pack of the Americas Rugby Championship.
Centre Nick Blevins, prop Tom Dolezel (also an Ontario Blue) along with fly-half Steve Woodward make the move, while flanker Nanyak Dala is delayed while recovering from a facial injury sustained during Canada’s recent tour to Japan.
Second-row Luke Cudmore and Sean White of the BC Bears will also figure into the squad, while the Ontario Blues add prop Doug Wooldridge.
The Rock contribute three key players with Newfoundland’s Ciaran Hearn fulfilling a back three role, and flanker Chauncey O’Toole and second row/back row Jebb Sinclair also getting the nod.
Former Grand Slam-winning coach Clive Griffiths was announced as head coach for Gogledd Cymru last month, with existing coach John Aby staying on as an assistant.
THE CANADIAN 10: Nick Blevins – centre (Prairie Wolf Pack), Luke Cudmore – second-row (BC Bears), Nanyak Dala – flanker (Prairie Wolf Pack), Tom Dolezel – prop (Prairie Wolf Pack and Ontario Blues), Ciaran Hearn – back-row (Atlantic Rock), Chauncey O’Toole – back-row (Atlantic Rock), Jebb Sinclair – second-row/back-row (Atlantic Rock), Sean White – scrum-half (BC Bears), Doug Wooldridge – prop (Ontario Blues), Steve Woodward – fly-half (Prairie Wolf Pack).
NORTH WALES FIXTURES 2010: January 15 v Leicester Tigers Development XV (Eirias Park), January 20 v Antiassassins – Chester (away), January 30 v Glamorgan Wanderers (away), February 2/3 v Scarlets (Llandovery), February 17 v Worcester (Eirias Park), February 23 v Sale Jets (Eirias Park), March 10 v Leeds (Eirias Park), March 19 v Oxford University (Eirias Park), April 17 v Cross Keys (Eirias Park).

Game v East

2010-01-05T09:43:00.000Z

The game v East will now take place on Sunday 28th March.
Venue TBC.

Merry Christmas

2009-12-21T10:02:00.000Z

Nadolig Llawen a Blwyddyn Newydd Dda i chwi oll

Merry Christmas and Happy New Year to you all

Game V East

2009-12-19T13:56:00.001Z

All Provincial Games have been CANCELLED this weekend due to frozen pitches!

TRAINING CANCELLED

2009-12-18T15:51:00.000Z

All Provincial Training has been CANCELLED this weekend due to frozen pitches!

There will be a decision on the games (Sunday), made Saturday evening. Notification will be on teamer and the Website.

Game v East

2009-12-18T11:25:00.000Z

Ladies/Gents,

There will now be a pitch inspection on Saturday afternoon. Based on this and the weather forecast a decision will be made on Saturday evening.

Once I know, I will post it on teamer and put it on the blog.

You can also contact me on 07881584500

Regards,

Dai

Girls/Women's 7's Festivals

2009-12-15T10:23:00.000Z

Ladies/Gents,

With the introduction of 7’s to the Olympic Games, several Women’s and Girl’s events have been planned for this season.

Girls 7’s Festival, Colwyn Bay RFC, Sunday 10th January (poster attached)
Women’s 7’s Festival, Bala RFC, Sunday 24th January (more details to follow)
Girls 7’s Festival, Nant Conwy RFC, Sunday 21st February
Women’s 7’s Festival, Ruthin RFC, Sunday 11th April

For more details please contact me or Nicola Smith NSmith@wru.co.uk

GCE v GCS

2009-12-11T11:53:00.000Z

The next provincial games will be against the East at Wrexham RFC, Sunday 20th December.

Kick Off Times are

Under 12’s
K.O. 10:00am

Under 13’s
K.O. 11:30am

Under 14’s
K.O. 1:00pm

Wrexham Rugby Club LTD. Bryn Estyn Road, Wrexham, North Wales. LL13 9TY

Griffiths spearheads new venture

2009-12-07T12:53:00.000Z

Former Wales defence coach Clive Griffiths has been appointed as head coach of the North Wales development side, and the proposal for international Canadian players to boost the side's profile and performance levels has been agreed by Rugby Canada.
Griffiths, who worked alongside Mike Ruddock in Wales’ 2005 Grand Slam season, and helped Ruddock’s Worcester side reach the European Challenge Cup final in 2008, has been appointed for a period of five months and will select and coach the new side through a series of competitive matches, with Parc Eirias, Colwyn Bay already confirmed as their home venue in a partnership with Conwy County Borough Council.

Ten international Canadian players will arrive in North Wales on January 7 in a move aimed to boost the standards and profile of the North Wales representative team, while providing competitive rugby for the elite, young Canadians.

In a second high profile appointment for the North Wales set-up, former Gloucester skills and conditioning coach Rudi Meir has been appointed as skills and conditioning coach for the side and will put a performance process and infrastructure management into place. Current North Wales coach John Aby will take up a role as one of the assistant coaches to the new-look team.

Griffiths will now set out a selection process for the remainder of the Gogledd Cymru team in order to mould the Welsh qualified and Canadian players into an effective playing unit.

Nine fixtures have been confirmed for the side, beginning with a Leicester Tigers Development XV at Parc Eirias on Friday 15 January. The full fixture list will be finalised later this month.

The North Wales strategic plan includes the establishment of a North Wales academy which will be run by North Wales Performance and Development manager Marc Roberts with the support of Coleg Llandrillo and Rydal School who will provide an integrated academic and rugby programme. The academy will be based at Parc Eirias as part of Conwy Council’s multi-million pound redevelopment of the site.

The ambition is to work in a real partnership with Canadian rugby to further develop their players whilst simultaneously developing rugby in North Wales.

In the fullness of time as the North Wales academy system begins to produce appropriate Welsh players, the way forward will be reviewed together with our Canadian colleagues.

Griffiths said, “This appointment is an exciting challenge for me. North Wales is an untapped source of rugby talent and I hope I can help bring that to the fore. A number of people have been campaigning for years to raise the profile of rugby in North Wales and we can make that a reality if we all pull in the same direction.

“There is always a lot of work to be done to gel a team and this situation is no different. We have some time now to select a group of players from North Wales and then build our game plan around the combined group of Canadian and North Wales players. I’m sure it will be a steep learning curve in the first few weeks and the door won’t be shut on squad inclusion by any means. Hopefully we will help to raise the standard of club rugby in North Wales by creating a sense of competition for places in the side.”

WRU Head of Rugby Development and Performance Joe Lydon said, “Clive Griffiths has a huge amount of professional experience at the highest level and is ideally placed to pull together a team of this nature. Rudi Meir is also highly experienced in his field and I’m sure their knowledge and expertise will rub off on upcoming North Wales coaches and players.

“The inclusion of ten Canadian players in the squad will help to raise the standards and profile of the North Wales side on and off the field and help to give North Wales a competitive, semi-professional 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. The Canadian players will also be working with WRU Development Officers during their time here to help promote and develop the community game 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, the players will be exposed to a high standard of competitive rugby.”

Kenton Morgan, Chair, Rygbi Gogledd Cymru said, "Clive, Rudi, Jon and ten Canadians add substance to Rygbi Gogledd Cymru's ambition to be the best. This innovative development is the "step up" in infrastructure and performance we need on the field. Our challenge is sustainability. This is a unique opportunity for the north Wales rugby community to show the passion and resources needed to allow us grow to occupy our rightful place in Welsh rugby. "

WRU Group Chief Executive Roger Lewis added, “Rugby is the national sport of Wales. It defines us as a nation. The North Wales rugby strategy is vitally important not only for our rugby development but also for the unity of Wales. These announcements are 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."

Cllr Dilwyn Roberts, Leader of Conwy County Borough Council said, “We are delighted to welcome the Canadian team to Colwyn Bay and hope that this will be a great boost for rugby in North Wales. We’re particularly eager to see more young people participating in sport and we believe that bringing these Canadian players to the area will inspire and encourage the region’s youngsters. The North Wales authorities will work closely to ensure that any regeneration and economic opportunities that arise from this scheme can benefit the whole region.”

Rugby Canada CEO Graham Brown calls the move for the ten Canadian players to play in Wales a significant step forward in providing elite level competition as well as elite player development.

“Providing elite competition and training environments for our best players has always been a goal for Rugby Canada. Providing opportunities for players to become professionals, while continuing to provide high level domestic training environments for those not playing professionally overseas, through our partnership with PISE (Pacific Institute of Sport Excellence) achieves our goal. The North Wales project is one part of our development program and a significant partnership for Rugby Canada,” said Brown from Rugby Canada’s Toronto headquarters.

U14's Training Venue change!

2009-12-05T11:35:00.000Z

U14 training will now take place in Llandiloes from 7pm to 9pm due to Floodlight failure at Dolgellau after all the rain.

PLAYERS
We need to see the full squad at both session this month,your comimment is the teams success!

U14's Ceredigion Result

2009-11-30T09:29:00.000Z

Great win, well to done to the whole squad and a big thanks to llanidloes for hosting the day.

36 - 7; with scores for D. Cater, J. Mills X 3, W. Jones X 2 and three conversions from T. Astbury.

Making it three wins out of three keep the good work going.

Under 14 training Change

2009-11-24T18:15:00.000Z

All

Due to the continued weather forecast we have had to move training to Newtown on Friday 27th at 7-00pm.

This is due in the main to give the Dolgellau pitch chance to recover after being waterlogged this week.

The Ceredigion game is still on as advertised but a late pitch inspection will take place on Friday morning.

U14 SQUAD SELECTION

2009-11-22T10:47:00.000Z

For those who missed Friday night’s session, all present were informed that following the first round of matches the squad was to be reduced from 33 to 22.

The squad has been chosen and is based around the players that both the Provincial and WRU coaching staff believe, have the best chance now or in the future of making the Gogledd Cymru U15 squad.

These players are bolstered by 7 development players who in the opinion of the staff have the raw ability to progress to take their case forward for inclusion.

For those not selected we promise you that the decisions were not taking lightly, especially with all players making such vast improvements over a short period, we also ensure you of the following.

•We will run a continued revolving open door policy (if your good enough you’re in)
•We expect continued feedback from your club with reference to your playing and training
•You will be given areas to improve on to enhance your reselection chance
•GCS representatives will be watching both club and school games for promising players.
•You will be called back to the Development day on February 28th for re-evaluation.

Again we thank all of you for the commitment shown now and in the future for your ongoing rugby development within the Gogledd Cymru set up.

U14 Training Update Notice

2009-11-19T12:51:00.000Z

U14 training will now take place in Llandiloes from 7pm to 9pm due to the pitches at Dolgellau being waterlogged.

GCS STASH

2009-11-10T21:59:00.000Z

Hooded Top - £25
Sizes S- 3XL

Rain Jacket - £18.05
Comes in black/ red same as hoodie
Sizes XS - XXL

Coaches Coat - £50
Sizes S - XXL

Order by November 20th for 27th delivery.
Name - Size - and Contact details required.

Player Improvement

2009-11-05T19:08:00.000Z

The coaching staff at GCS feel that players that do not play club rugby on a regular basis are putting themselves at a disadvantage.

While we can not promote any one club there are teams based at many clubs within our provincial set up and we ask if you are not playing at a club please register at the one nearest you.

GCW v GCS

2009-10-26T09:50:00.000Z

Yesterday saw the second game of the provincial series with the South taking on the West at Bangor RFC. Despite the squads being depleted due to illness, all 3 ages showed a massive improvement from the first game against the East. The U12’s struggled against a much larger West team, but showed glimpses of their potential with tries from Blayne Robinson (Newtown) and Andrew Williams (Bro Ffestiniog). The U13 put up a heroic display, with the depleted squad playing the majority of the rugby and always looking in control during the game. They gave their all to the cause, but with the West able to bring on so many fresh players, they were able to score at the very end to make the score 26-27 to the West. The U14 continued their winning streak with a comprehensive 6 tries to 3 win against the West. They showed a massive improvement from their last game, with some great individual performances. Dewi Bowen (Newtown) and Joe Mills (Llanidloes) were back to their rampaging best while Dave Carter (Harlech) looked lethal every time he had the ball.

Next Sunday see’s the U14 take on the best in Wales at the National U14’s 10’s Tournament at Abercynon, but they can travel with plenty of confidence.

Provincial Match Day 25th October

2009-10-23T14:41:00.000+01:00

GCW V GCS at Bangor RFC, Gwynedd. LL55 4AA.

Under 12's 10:oo am KO
Under 13's 12:00 am KO
Under 14's 2:00 pm KO

Gogledd Cymru U18's v Dragons @ Colwyn Bay RFC, Sunday 11th October

2009-10-08T10:47:00.000+01:00

1. Ollie Hughes- Mold2. Gareth Morgan- Ruthin3. Ed Mason- Ruthin4.Gruff Jones- Wrexham5. Jake Simm- Mold6. Barry Woodhall- Caernarfon7. Tomos Parry- Pwllheli8. Ben Powley-Exiles9. Alex Schwarz- Mold10. Jac Williams- Ruthin11. Andre Channer-Hughes- Nant Conwy12. Owain Aled- Bala13. Ian Ellis- Bro Ffestiniog14. Henry Roberts- Rhyl15. Jonny Hughes- Bangor16. Matt Bevan- Bala17. Jack Matthews- Exiles18. Michael Downey- Caernarfon19. Tom Davies- Mold20. Owen Jones- Ruthin21. Iwan Phillips- Exiles22. Lewis Isaac- Ruthin

Coach Education Timetable 2009/2010 Season

2009-10-05T11:22:00.000+01:00

Here is the Gogledd Cymru South Coach Education Timetable 2009/2010 Season.

Level 1 CPD – 9th November, 6:30pm @ Newtown RFC (Game Sense & Structuring Sessions)
Level 2 CPD – 7th December
Scrum/Lineout – 18th January (target age 12 to 16)
Backline Play – 15th March (from scrum and lineout)
Handling/Decision Making - 17th May
Strength & Conditioning – 19th July

Provincial Sunday 27th September

2009-09-29T10:24:00.000+01:00

A big thanks and congratulations to all at COBRA rugby club for hosting a wonderful opening day to the provincial rugby calender.

We also thank the referees who gave up their Sunday to take charge of some really competitive matches resulting a number of positives for the coaching staff to take on to the West fixture at the end of October.

A futher compliment goes to our Under 14 squad who ran out eventual winners against their East counta parts reversing the result from last years fixture.

Provincial Match Day 27th September

2009-09-21T12:18:00.000+01:00

GCS V GCE at COBRA RFC in Meifod, Powys.

Under 12's 10:oo am KO
Under 13's 12:00 am KO
Under 14's 2:00 pm KO

Gogledd Cymru U16 v Blues North

2009-09-18T09:16:00.000+01:00

Sunday 21st September @ Eiras Park, Colwyn Bay
1.SIMPSON Joe, "Snitch" Bangor RFC
2.KIRBY Ryan, Mold RFC
3.EVANS Rhodri, Caernarfon RFC
4.FRANCIS Maredydd, Whitchurch RFC
5.MEADOWS (c) Jacob, Pwllheli RFC
6.CROWE Elliott, Llandudno RFC
7.GRUNDY James, Mold RFC
8.JONES Robert, Llandudno RFC
9.BAGSHAW Afon, Flint RFC
10.BARKER Lewis, Mold RFC
11.EVANS Aron, Llangefni RFC
12.JONES Michael, Ruthin RFC
13.BLACKMORE Jason, Rhyl RFC
14.RICHARDS Matt, Ruthin RFC
15.JONES Dion, Nant Conwy RFC
16.WILLIAMS Josh, Mold RFC
17.EVANS Rob, Wrexham RFC
18.GWYN Aaron, Caernarfon RFC
19.BAKER Ben, Bangor RFC
20.WILLIAMS Rhys, Mold RFC
21.BACKSHALL Sam,Nant Conwy RFC
22.ROBERTS Phylip, Ruthin RFC

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

2009-09-11T12:03:00.000+01:00

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- Mold2. Gareth Morgan- Ruthin3. Ed Mason- Ruthin4. Tom Davies- Mold5. Jake Simm- Mold6. Gruff Jones- Wrexham7. Tom Parry- Pwllheli8. Owen Jones- Ruthin9. Will Morecombe- Rhyl10. Jac Williams- Ruthin11. Andre Channer-Hughes- Nant Conwy12. Sean Condon- Rhyl13. Nicci Hughes- Mold14. Ian Ellis- Bro Ffestiniog15. Jonny Hughes- Bangor16. Iwan Phillips- Exiles17. Alex Schwarz- Mold18. Will Mitchelmore- Ruthin19. Josh Woods- Mold20. Jac Matthews- Exiles21. John Evans- Exiles22. Chris Holmes- Mold23. Matt Bevan- Bala24. Liam Mannion- Exiles

Gogledd Cymru v Ospreys

2009-09-10T09:33:00.000+01:00

Gogs U 18 take on strong Ospreys side on Sunday
Gogledd Cymru Under 18s play their first home-game of the Regional Age-Grade Championship this Sunday 13th Sepember when they face the Neath/Swansea Ospreys at Colwyn Bay Rugby Club K O 2pm. 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

GCS Meeting 'Change of date, time & location'

2009-09-09T13:07:00.000+01:00

Due to many of the members not being available for the scheduled Newtown date shown below we have had to reschedule the September meeting to Dolgellau RFC at 6pm on Friday 18th.

We ask all to attend as there are new plans within the North Wales Structure and the Gogledd East fixture to discuss.

Regional U14 Inter – District 10's

2009-09-02T10:04:00.000+01:00

Clubs to Include:

Afan Nedd, Bridgend, Cardiff, Caerphilly, Carmarthenshire, Gwent, Gogledd Cymru, Heart of Wales, Pontypridd, Pembrokeshire, Rhondda, Swansea.

Sunday November 1st
KO:11 - Abercynon RFC

GCS Monthly Meeting

2009-09-01T22:04:00.000+01:00

GCS meeting to take place on Monday September 14th at Newtown RFC 7:00pm.

All Managers, Coaches and potential sponsors are requested to attend

'New Laws' Development Night

2009-09-01T20:33:00.000+01:00

There will be a coach/referee development night at COBRA RFC, Monday 7th September, 7pm – 9pm.

The night led by Mervyn Picton and Neil Addis will be about the changes to the laws for this season, with particular attention to the contact area. It is open to anyone, there will be indoor and outdoor sessions, so please bring appropriate clothing.

Major Initiatives for North Wales Rugby

2009-08-28T17:16:00.000+01:00

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."

GCS boys to play Scarlets

2009-08-28T09:25:00.000+01:00

CONGRATULATIONS to the following Gogledd Cymru South players who have been selected to play for Gogledd Cymru U16/18’s against the Scarlets this Sunday at Llandovery.
U18’s are Tom Parry (Pwllheli RFC/Ysgol Y Moelwyn), Ian Ellis (Bro Ffestiniog RFC), Matt Bevan (Bala RFC), Jacob Weaver-Jones (Welshpool RFC).
U16’s are Llion Evans (Llandudno RFC/Ysgol Y Moelwyn), Teddy Brittain (Llanidloes RFC).

FULL SQUADS

GC UNDER 18 SQUAD
1.JOHN EVANS
2.GARETH MORGAN
3. ED MASON
4. GRUFF JONES
5. JAKE SIMM
6. CHRIS HOLMES
7. TOM PARRY
8. OWEN JONES
9. ALEX SCHWARZ
10. JAC WILLIAMS
11. ANDRE CHANNER-HUGHES
12. NIKKI HUGHES
13. IAN ELLIS
14. ANDY OAKDEN
15. JONNY HUGHES
16. JACK MATTHEWS
17. MATT BEVAN
18. OLLIE HUGHES
19. JOSH WOODS
20. JACOB WEAVER-JONES
21. HENRY ROBERTS
22. WILL MITCHELMORE

Gogledd Cymru U16's Squad
1.WILLIAMS,Josh (Mold RFC)
2.KIRBY,Ryan (Mold RFC)
3.SIMPSON,Joe "Snitch" (Bangor RFC)
4.FRANCIS,Maredydd (Whitchurch RFC)
5.MEADOWS,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)

Gogledd Cymru South Under 13 Initial 38 Man Squad 2009/2010

2009-08-23T10:04:00.000+01:00

The following players have been selected.

Dominic Munroe - Welshpool
Will Evans - Welshpool
Gareth Parry - Bro Ffestiniog
Aron Hughes - Bro Ffestiniog
Gwidion Roberts - Bro Ffestiniog
Shaun Rye - Bro Ffestiniog
Jordon Rye - Bro Ffestiniog
Osain Jones - Bro Ffestiniog
Aubrey Morris - Cobra
Sam Jones - Llanidloes
Alistair Toms - Llanidloes
Colin Markham - Tywyn
Twn Jones - Newtown
Bryn Roberts - Cobra
Iwan Roberts - Cobra
Gethin Edwards - Bro Ffestiniog
Elliot Davies - Newtown
Elliot Pritchard - Newtown
Jack James - Newtown
Jordan Jones - Newtown
Remus Blower - Newtown
Sion Rees - Newtown
Tom Garman - Llanidloes
Mathew Bennett - Llanidloes
Andrew Evans - Llanidloes
Jojo Harris - Llanidloes
Jack Astley - Newtown
Josh Matthews - Llanidloes
Ieuan Phillips - Llanidloes
Jack Owen - Newtown
Rowen Evans - Llanidloes
Callum Breese - Llanidloes
Keegan Rees Bradley - Llanidloes
Dylan Rees - Llanidloes
Sion Davies - Bro Ffestiniog
Calfyn Roberts - Bro Ffestiniog
Liam Kelleher - Newtown
Jack Garman - Newtown

Congratulations to you all for making the initial squad

Just a reminder the next training session is at Dolgellau RFC on Wednesday 26th Aug 6.30pm - 8.30pm

Gogledd Cymru South Under 14 Initial 30 Man Squad 2009/2010.

2009-08-12T09:09:00.000+01:00

The following players have been selected:

Forwards: - Name & Club

William Jones - Tywyn
Dewi Bowen - Newtown
Dan Owen - Newtown
Shaun Bateman - Bro Ffestiniog
Richard Roberts - COBRA
Huw Parry - Bro Ffestiniog
Joe Mills - Llanidloes
Lewis Swallow - Llanidloes
Oliver Evans - Llanidloes
James Lewis - Llanidloes
Jordan Rodgers - Tywyn
Twm Roberts - COBRA
Mattieu Roussel - Welshpool
Michael Kendal - Tywyn
Andrew Williams - Llanidloes

Backs: - Name & Club

Geraint Davies - Llanidloes
Gethin Jones - Bro Ffestiniog
Tom Williams - Newtown
Tom Astbury - Newtown
Kieron Woolway - Bro Ffestiniog
Erddyn Williams - Harlech
Sam Jones - Newtown
Harry Jukes - COBRA
Jacob Mantel - COBRA
David Carter - Harlech
David Richards - Llanidloes
Dewi Pugh - Tywyn
David Owen - Bro Ffestiniog
Sean Griffiths - COBRA

For those players not selected a feedback release letter has been issued to both the player and the club. We now ask that these players link back up with their local clubs in preperation for the next development session on Sunday Feb 28th @ Cobra rugby club, Meifod, Powys.

Scarlets in Newtown/Bala

2009-08-10T11:41:00.000+01:00

Hundreds of youngsters turned out to play rugby with their Scarlets heroes as Newtown RFC played host to the Scarlets squad at their home ground in Powys today (Fri).

The full Scarlets squad were given a warm welcome by a big crowd of members of rugby club as the players took the time to assist with a skills and training session with the junior section.

More than 100 young players aged between six and 16 were joined by Scarlets stars such as Mark Jones, David Lyons, Jonathan Davies, Daniel Evans, Simon Easterby, Regan King and Morgan Stoddart.

The youngsters shone as the players put them through their paces, with plenty of tips and advice given out at the training session.

Nick James from Newtown Rugby Club said: “It was absolutely brilliant to see top rugby stars from the Scarlets taking part in our training session. To see the looks on the faces of our junior members as the Scarlets walked down the hill to our training fields is something we’ll remember for years to come.

“This visit is exactly the type of motivation and inspiration that clubs like ours need to get young players keen to play and learn rugby and to attract new members.

“To play rugby with their heroes is such a great inspiration and the Scarlets players were great and joined in with lots of enthusiasm in all the skills sessions we were running.”

Scarlets captain, Mark Jones, originally from Builth Wells said: “We had a very warm welcome – it’s great to be out in the community talking to young players and encouraging them. We did a spot of talent spotting too, there were a couple of young players that looked very promising for the future!”

Rupert Moon, Commercial Director of the Scarlets who led the tour across Wales which included a trip to the Eisteddfod at Bala and then to Aberaeron RFC, said: “Our mission is to make supporting the Scarlets feel like being part of one big family. To be out and about is exactly what we need to do to spread that message and make people feel part of our rugby region by meeting our players and staff face-to-face.

Player Pathway

2009-08-06T15:23:00.001+01:00

Hello coaches,
For your information and in preparation for the coming season, below is the link to the WRU player pathway, providing guidelines and laws relating to age groups from Under 7's to Under 19's
http://www.wru.co.uk/downloads/pdfs/WRU-Rugby-Pathway2008.pdf

GCS Monthly Meeting

2009-07-29T12:09:00.000+01:00

Open Meeting at Llanidloes Rugby Club [Field] on Monday August 3rd at 7:00pm
All provincial staff are requested to attend.

Jason Bowen

Skills Coach – North Wales (South) Centre of Development

2009-07-01T09:05:00.000+01:00

Hourly Rate – £10
Commencing August 2009
Contractual Status – based on 6 month review periods

The successful candidate will be employed as a skills coach within centres of development in the South region of North Wales. The post will be based in centres of development (Llanidloes and/or Dolgellau,) running for hour sessions (3hrs per week, per centre), the hours worked and centre(s) worked in are flexible and more than one candidate may be considered. The post will involve working with groups of 6 to 12 players concentrating on the core skills as laid out by the regional coaching team.

The successful applicant will have relevant UKCC coaching qualifications along with good technical knowledge and coaching experience and be subject to a Criminal Records Bureau check and will require access to own transport.

The successful candidate will be responsible for:

The planning and organising of each skills session
The management and safety of all those involved in each session
Working to the overall skills development plan as set by the North Wales Skills Coach and Performance Development Manager
The reporting process on individual players
Development programs for players to work on out with the centre
Identification of players from within the centre capable of moving into the performance group

The successful candidate will need to be able to:

Work to a detailed technical level
Conduct themselves in a professional manner at all times
Motivate and influence young athletes
Work to ambitious targets and set plans
Work successfully and accurately communicate as part of a team
Report concisely and accurately on player progress

In order to apply for the post please send a c.v. and covering letter to:

stewart.milne@glyndwr.ac.uk or Stewart Milne: Rugby Development
Sports Development
Glyndŵr University
Mold Road
Wrexham
Wales
LL11 2AW

For any more information please contact:

Stewart Milne - North Wales Skills Coach:
Tel: 07738 219866 (email as above)

GOGLEDD CYMRU UNDER 16 FIXTURES FOR REGIONAL AGE GRADE CHAMPIONSHIP 2009

2009-06-30T18:23:00.000+01:00

30/8/09 - SCARLETS (AWAY)
20/9/09 - BLUES NORTH (EIRIAS PARC)
27/9/09 - BLUES SOUTH (AWAY)
18/10/09 - BLUES SOUTH (EIRIAS PARC
15/11/09 - SCARLETS (EIRIAS PARC)
22/11/09 - OSPREYS (AWAY)
29/11/09 - BLUES NORTH (AWAY)
13/12/09 - OSPREYS (EIRIAS PARC)
20/12/09 - DRAGONS (AWAY)
20/1/10 - DRAGONS (EIRIAS PARC)

GOGLEDD CYMRU UNDER 18 FIXTURES FOR REGIONAL AGE GRADE CHAMPIONSHIP 2009

2009-06-30T18:15:00.000+01:00

30/8/09 - SCARLETS (AWAY)
13/09/09 - OSPREYS (COLWYN BAY RFC)
27/09/09 - BLUES (AWAY)
11/10/09 - DRAGONS (COLWYN BAY RFC)
25/11/09 - SCARLETS (COLWYN BAY RFC)
22/11/09 - OSPREYS (AWAY)
13/12/09 - BLUES (COLWYN BAY RFC)
20/12/09 - DRAGONS (AWAY)

Coach Development Evening

2009-06-24T08:15:00.000+01:00

There is to be a further Coach Development Evening for the Gogledd South provincial area. This will be a follow up to the ones held in January and May.

This session is, however, being aimed at all coaches. The session will be run through myself, Marc Roberts the Regional Performance Manager and Dai Higgs the Gogledd South Development Officer and the topic will be Game Structure in the Modern Game.

The evening is being held on Monday 10th August at Dolgellau RFC from 7pm until 9pm.

Could you please pass on to all coaches and they can register by feeding back to myself.

Cheers

Tim

REFEREES TRAINING DAYS JULY 2009

2009-06-24T08:07:00.000+01:00

It is intended to hold two training days for Referees, from Level 1 inductees, current Level 2 and Level 3 referees, at
(1) Denbigh RFC Saturday 25th July, 2009 and
2) Bangor RFC Sunday 26th July 2009.

David R Davies will be at both days, which will be used as Training days for all referees.
The programme will include a discussion on the new laws and then training sessions for all referees in a game situation, so kit will be required, but there will be no fitness testing for Advisors and Observers.

We will provide food for those attending, so pass it on to any interested parties. Contact Merv Picton if you want to attend. It is planned to start the day at 10.00am and conclude at 16.00. Although the course attendance is not compulsory, it is felt strongly that support and involvement in Society activities is essential for all referees.

We require another ten active Level 2 referees this season to cover Promotions and Retirements. Thanks to all those who over the past years have given service to our game. Best wishes to them in their Boots Hanging Up time and a warm welcome to the Watchers Club.

PROVINCIAL TRIALS

2009-06-23T15:00:00.000+01:00

Ladies/Gentleman,

Gogledd Cymru South Province will be holding 2 trial days for the new Provincial Teams on the 12th July at Bro Ffestiniog RFC and the 19th July at Llanidloes RFC. Players need to attend both Sundays(If this is a problem please could you contact me).
U12 register 10am, train 10.30 – 12.30.
U13 register 12pm, train 12.30 – 2.30pm.
U14 register 2pm, train 2.30 -4.30pm.
Could all clubs/schools forward me contact details of players who will be attending, including name, club/school, Date of Birth, contact number

Gogledd South Meeting in Dolgellau RFC June 1st

2009-06-16T10:55:00.000+01:00

Opened at 7:30pm

Members Present:

Jason Bowen – Coordinator, Dave Higgs – RDO, Russell Swallow – Llanidloes, Nick James – Newtown, Will Jones – Newtown, Nick Larder – Welshpool, Dave Roberts – Welshpool, Owen Thomas - Dolgellau.

Apologies for Absence:

Grant Land - Welshpool, Charlie Trow – Llanidloes, Simon Lewes – Llanidloes.

Results and Fixtures:

The up to date fixture lists for each age group are now posted on the web page.

Gogledd South RDO:

Dave Higgs is to contact the relevant schools to invite players who play via the Gwynedd system who are not already covered by clubs.

Provincial club list.

Bala, Welshpool, COBRA, Newtown, Llanidloes, Machynlleth, Tywyn, Dolgellau, Harlech, Bro Ffestiniog.

Name/Identity:

Gogledd Cymru South or GCS in reports.

Black Shirts, Black Shorts, Cub Socks.

Structure:

Gogledd Cymru South – Gogledd Cymru East – Gogledd Cymru West

Provincial at U12’s – U13’s – U14’s, – Gogledd Cymru at U15’s – Gogledd Cymru RAG at U16’s - U18’s – U20’s, Gogledd Cymru Senior rugby.

Meeting Notes.

It is asked that all clubs hosting the trail days make both the changing rooms and training equipment available to the team manager or Head Coach by 10am on the morning of each session.

The province is still looking for a club to host the South V East match; any interested club should contact Dai Higgs.

Training sessions are to be based on a two on two off basis. To avoid players picking their attendance it will still remain a provincial rule that each player must attend both venues.

The playing kits for next season are to be supplied by the MWP strips of 2008/09. These are available at U12 and U14 and will be used until new funds are obtained. Note we are still short of an Under 13’s kit and this side will benefit with the fist GSC kit.

It has been asked for clubs to propose the provincial badge; any ideas should in the first instance go to Dai Higgs. The Sword of the Nation was one suggestion put forward.

The province is in great need of sponsorship manager/managers, someone who has a comprehensive list of good contacts within our area. At present Gogledd South will receive no central funding from North Wales or the WRU and as such we need to raise funds at every level. This role could be carried out by an individual or be split down to team by team basis.

Note: It is unsure if any reimbursement will be available to clubs hosting the provincial trails and or matches. Dai Higgs to investigate.

Age grade coaching roles:

Under 12’s: Team Manager: TBA, Head Coach: Grant Land, Assistant Coach: Charlie Trow, 2nd assistant coach TBA.

Under 13’s: Team Manager: Bill Parry, Head Coach: Tony Costall, 2 x Assistant Coaches: Dave Roberts & Will Jones.

Under 14’s: Team Manager: Nick James, Head Coach: Jason Bowen, 2 x Assistant Coaches: Russell Swallow & Simon Lewis.

Under 15’s: TBA

Under 16’s: TBA

2009/10 Provincial Trial’s:

Under 12’s:

Sunday 12th of July 2009 in Llanidloes at 11am and Sunday 19th of July in Dolgellau at 11am.

Under 13’s:

Sunday 12th of July 2009 in Llanidloes at 11am and Sunday 19th of July in Dolgellau at 11am.

Under 14’s:

Sunday 12th of July 2009 in Bro Ffestiniog at 11am and Sunday 19th of July in Llanidloes at 11am.

Squad Cut Session U12’s

Sunday 26th of July 2009 in Newtown at 11am.

Squad Cut Session U13’s

Sunday 26th of July 2009 in Newtown at 11am.

Squad Cut Session U14’s

Sunday 26th of July 2009 in Bala at 11am.

A. O. B.
Next meeting Monday July 6th in Machynlleth Rugby Club at 7pm

Meeting closed at 9:25pm

UKCC Level One (including Rugby Ready)

2009-06-16T09:31:00.000+01:00

Dolgellau RFC
10th October 2009 Day 1 – Rugby Ready and Level One Induction
11th October 2009 Day 2 – Level One
18th October 2009 Day 3 – Level One
Cost £120
Minimum Age 16
All applications and payment through WRU On-line Coaching Course booking system.

Dates for Diary - Girls Rugby

2009-06-03T11:01:00.000+01:00

Ladies rugby within the region are planning to hold several player development days over the summer at various locations:

Sunday 26th July at Mill Bank, Holyhead; 12.30pm - 4.30pm.
Sunday 2nd August at Bro Ffestiniog RFC 1.00pm - 4.00pm.
Sunday 16th August at Denbigh RFC; 1.00pm - 5.00pm.

Girls aged from 12 - 18 of any ability are welcome.

Please ensure anyone attending is suitably equipped.