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WELCOME TO THE
BRIDGE FIELD 2024 is closing in, and the 1st XV will be looking to enter 2024 further up the Championship East table after an indifferent start to the season. The Wass have been bouyed recently with two victories on the bounce, an away victory over Treorchy Zebras and a resounding 46-17 over league leaders Ystrad Rhondda RFC. Jack Frost's intervention saw the away clash vs. Cross Keys RFC postponed, but we're looking forward to one last home fixture before we welcome in 2024.
200 not out: Rhys 'Butch' Hutcherson (left) collecting his cap acknowledging his 200th 1st XV appearances from Head Coach Pat McGee following the 29-21 cup victory over Trebanos RFC.
"The reaction after the Ystrad Rhondda game was huge, with a great intensity in training from the whole squad, and a real buy-in to want to start climbing the table and showing our true potential. "Having welcomed back some senior players and introduced some new blood into the squad, the energy throughout the club has vastly improved." Pat McGee, Head Coach
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2023/24 HEADLINE
SPONSOR
Bedwas RFC is proud to announce that Tiranis Engineering will be our Main 1st XV Shirt Sponsor for the 2023/24 season. Founded in 2013, Taranis Engineering provides a full design and installation service for your environmental control needs. Specialising in the heat-pump market, Taranis are able to deliver a full life service from concept through design, installation, maintenance and disposal.
That felt good! Outside back Hamish Anderson couldn't contain his excitement after crossing in the 23-36 home loss to Newbridge RFC in November.
Front and Centre Taranis Engineering sat proudly across the front of our 1st XV playing jerseys during last season’s WRU Championship season.
CHAMPIONSHIP EAST
FIXTURES 2023/24 SEPTEMBER 2023
JANUARY 2024
02/09 09/09 16/09 23/09 30/09
06/01 13/01 20/01 27/01
Beddau RFC (H) Cardiff Met. University (A) St. Peter’s RFC (H) St. Peter’s RFC (A)* Rumney RFC (A)
OCTOBER 2023 14./10 21/10
Penallta RFC (H) Glamorgan Wanderers RFC (A)
NOVEMBER 2023 04/11 11/11 18/11 25/11
Bargoed RFC (H) Newbridge RFC (H) Treorchy RFC (A) Ystrad Rhondda RFC (H)
Rumney RFC (H) Penallta RFC (A) Glamorgan Wanderers RFC (H) Bargoed RFC (A)
FEBRUARY 2024 17/02
Newbridge RFC (A)
MARCH 2024 02/03 09/03 23/03
Treorchy RFC (H) Ystrad Rhondda RFC (A) Cross Keys RFC (H)
DECEMBER 2023 02/12 09/12 16/12 30/12
Cross Keys RFC (A) Beddau RFC (A) Cardiff Met. University (H) St. Peter’s RFC (A)
*CC - Championship Cup
On the Charge! Morgan Winstone has looked assured and secure in the Full Back position since signing for the Wass from Pontypool United RFC.
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THE CLUB
LEAGUE
TABLE POS 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12
TEAM -
Ystrad Rhondda RFC Cardiff Met. University RFC Bargoed RFC Newbridge RFC Cross Keys RFC Bedwas RFC Beddau RFC Rumney RFC Glamorgan Wanderers RFC St. Peter's RFC PenalltaRFC Treorchy RFC
Coaching Team and Off-Field Support Sponsorship 2023/24
Head Coach Backs Coach Pat McGee Bobby Andrews Bedwas RFC The Bridgefield , Bedwas Rd, Bedwas, CF83 8DZ. W www.bedwasrfc.co.uk T 07538 798898 Hospitality & Functions
Pat McGee - Head Coach CFM Fire and Security
T 07538 125473 E functions.bedwasrfc@gmail.com
Bobby Andrews - Backs Coach Blink Plastering
Website & Press
Steve Lloyd-Clubbe - Team Manager Travis Perkins Ltd Ian Lovell - Press & Media Ignium Mechanical Ltd
E webmaster@bedwasrfc.co.uk Sponsorship T 07881 786863 E peterlorraine3@gmail.com
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2023/24 Playing Squad Position - Age - Last Club - Sponsor
Dale Rogers, Captain
Ben Eedy
Hooker/Number 8 I 32 I Machen RFC
Back Row I 21 I Caerphilly RFC
MY WONDERFUL WELSH WEDDING
AVAILABLE TO SPONSOR
Lewis Bowden, Vice Captain
Morgan Winstone
Centre I 33 I Bargoed RFC
Full Back I 23 I Pontypool United RFC
SEREN ELECTRICAL SERVICES
ROCKFIELD FABRICATIONS
Sam Davies
Lucas Weeks
Centre I 25 I Dowlais RFC
Back Row I 19 I Risca RFC
PROLEC ENERGY SOLUTIONS
THE STORAGE CENTRE
Gareth Allen
Will Fishlock
Second Row I 27 I Cardiff RFC
Back Row I 24 I Senghenydd RFC
AVAILABLE TO SPONSOR
KNECT ASSEMBLIES Ltd
Aaron Billingham
Arwel Hughes
Wing/Centre I 23 I Machen RFC
Hooker I 21 I Abercynon RFC / Merthyr RFC
LEES TREES
MELROSE IT SOLUTIONS Ltd
James Dixon
Owain Jones
Outside Half I 29 I Abercynon RFC
Wing I 20 I Risca RFC
SECURE FENCING SYSTEMS
AVAILABLE TO SPONSOR
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Jak Robbins
Ben Drew
Scrum Half I -25 I Porthcawl RFC
Prop I 22 I Pontypridd RFC Youth
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MR BILL PRICE
ONE TO WATCH
Liam Jenkins
James Dixon
Wing I 27 I St. Joseph's RFC AFT CORPORATE FACILITIES Jacob Wright Scrum Half I 30 I Machen RFC REEL LABEL SOLUTIONS Rhys Jones Back Row I 24 I Caerphilly RFC CREAZIONE FITNESS VILLAGE
The mercurial Fly Half has been in fine form this season, already notching up nearly 150 points, with 19 of those coming in the recent 29 - 21 victory over Trebanos RFC in Round Two of the WRU Championship Cup.
Jack Guy Wing I 24 I Newent RFC REBELLIOUS BEE
Ryan Thomas
Gethin Coleman
Prop I 32 I Bedlinog RFC
Fullback I 21 I Bedlinog RFC
SEREN ELECTRICAL SUPPLIES
AVAILABLE TO SPONSOR
2023/24 Playing Squad Position - Age - Last Club - Sponsor
Lewis Crane
Tom Chapman
Hooker/Number 8 I 28 I Caerphilly RFC
Second Row I 20 I Bideford RFC
SECURE FENCING SYSTEMS
AVAILABLE TO SPONSOR
ONE TO WATCH
Jo Hole
Rhys Hutcherson
Second Row I 23 I University of South Wales MR PHILIP OPELIER Rhys Hutcherson Prop I 32 I NONE MR GRAHAM CARTER Adam Williams Centre I 30 I Dinas Powys RFC MR ALFIE JEHAN
Recently celebrating his 200th 1st XV game, barnstorming front rower Rhys 'Butch' Hutcherson brings experience and aggression to the Wass engine room.
Angus Brown Back Row I 23 I Abergavenny RFC AVAILABLE TO SPONSORWWw
Hamish Anderson
Matthew Bovington
Centre/Full Back I 20 I Caerphilly RFC
Second Row I 31 I Waverley Rugby Club
SOUND INSPECTION
AVAILABLE TO SPONSOR
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GAME DAY
GALLERY TOP ROW (Left to Right): Vice Captain Lewis Bowden has returned strong from his ACL surgery, proving a formidable force in the midfield. Rhys Morgans added real intensity and dynamism to the match day XV in the 31-10 away win versus Beddau RFC. Second Row Harry Oliver climbs highest versus Penallta. Harry's versatility has seen him cover numerous positions in the Engine Room. Adam Williams has continued his fine form from the back end of the 2022/23 season, with his strong running and evasiveness proving a handful for many defences.
MIDDLE ROW (Left to Right): Winger Aaron Billingham is all smiles after crossing for a try in the recent victory over Ystrad Rhondda RFC. Liam Jenkins evades a would-be tackler and cruises through versus Penallta RFC.
MIDDLE ROW (Left to Right): Lloyd Wilkins has looked solid at Full Back, with a strong kicking and running game, Lloyd has been Points machine James Dixon has racked up nearly 150 points for the Wass this season, with his strong running and accuracy off the tee proving vital in tight affairs this season so far. Scrum Half Jak Robbins has provided pace in both his passing and running games since joining the Wass in the off-season.
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Meet our latest
PARTNER Bedwas RFC is excited to announce Samurai Sportswear as their official kit and leisurewear provider, on a multi-year deal. With more than 25 years providing premium playing and leisurewear to clubs across the UK and beyond, Samurai Sportswear has become synonymous with crafting unique designs, developing premium products and fabrics that have made them a leading global teamwear brand. Together, we push forward.
READY TO BACK THE BEARS? With the 1st XV competing in the WRU Championship East, and the Barbarians winning the league and cup double last season, Bedwas RFC has a proven player pathway to quality senior rugby. From Under 7s right up to Under 16s, there is a team ready to welcome to you the Wass Family! Take a look opposite for contacts for the relevant side, and come and be a part of a thriving Mini & Junior setup.
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Bedwas RFC is excited to announce an exciting new partnership with Samurai Sportswear. Not only will Samurai be providing our 1st XV with our on-field kit, but also our training and leisurewear. Having an online store will allow our supporters to purchase and wear proudly at BridgeFields and beyond!
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Gareth Arrowsmith, Director of Rugby, Bedwas RFC
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Meet the
BARBARIANS Captain: Dewi Thomas Vice Captain: Tyler Picton Social Secretary: Ashley Matthew Vice Social Secretary: Tyler Pesci-Griffiths Coaching Team: Dean Picton, Head & Forwards Coach Liam Lintern, Backs Coach Alan Brideaux, Physiotherapist Training Times: Tuesday: 7-8pm, Bedwas RFC Thursday: 7:30-8.30pm, CSE Ystrad Mynach
The Bedwas Barbarians, or BaaBaas, had a stellar 2022/23 season, winning the league and cup double. Much of the side has stayed for the 2023/24 season, forming a well drilled, organised unit.
LEAGUE TABLES Dragons Athletic League
WRU East Black Conference
POS
TEAM
POS
Blackwood Griffins Monmouth Druids Bedwas Barbarians NHSOB Expendables Pill Harriers Development Gweryfed Athletic Caldicot Geese
1 2 3 4 5 6
1 2 3 4 5 6 7
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TEAM -
St. Peter's Boulders Cardiff Met. Archers RFC Rumney Athletic Bargoed Warriors Penallta Troop Bedwas Barbarians
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GAME DAY
GALLERY Below: All-action back rower Logan Hughes looks to find a hole in the Newbridge RFC defence in the Ben Francis Cup Final
Above: Dynamic back rower Alex Kawulok breaks the Bettws RFC line to go over for a try
Above: Powerful second row Gavin Evans looks to get the BaaBaas on the move in a physical encounter with Division One outfit Ynysddu RFC.
Opposite: Fleet-footed outside back Tyler PesciGriffiths gets the BaaBaas on the move versus Merthyr RFC.
Above: Elijah Carpenter puts in a big step as he looks to get the BaaBaas on the front foot versus Bargoed Warriors.
Above: Captain Dewi Thomas sparks a counter attack versus Merthyr RFC.
Meet the
SQUAD Aaron Atwood AVAILABLE TO SPONSOR Alex Kawulok Sunnybank Riding School Ashley Matthews TMS Environmental / Homelook Maintenance Ben Davis Protec Rail Engineering Ben Wesker Penybanc Car Centre Cameron Cross AVAILABLE TO SPONSOR
Dafydd Francis AVAILABLE TO SPONSOR Dafydd Lewis-Jones JLJ Plastering Dewi Thomas, Captain A2B Plant Hire & Civils Elijah Carpenter Protec Rail Engineering Ewan Kier Protec Rail Engineering Gavin Evans CPS Group Ltd
ONE TO WATCH DEWI THOMAS, CAPTAIN (RIGHT) The definition of clubman, Dewi has played across the back row and even filled in in the back line when need, putting in stellar performances wherever required. Having tasted Championship rugby with the 1st XV in 2022/23, Dewi is a proven threat with and without the ball. A born leader.
Gavin Flew Castle Dairies / Caerphilly Municipal Club Harri Rees AVAILABLE TO SPONSOR Ieuan Harding APS Painting Services Ieuan P Harding Elite Vehicles Direct Ltd Ieuan McMurray AVAILABLE TO SPONSOR Ieuan Protheroe AVAILABLE TO SPONSOR
Jack Stingemore AVAILABLE TO SPONSOR Jay Downes AVAILABLE TO SPONSOR Jenson Bray Sunquest Caerphilly / SW Jet & Drain Ltd Joe Simms Jude's Decorating Josh Clarke AVAILABLE TO SPONSOR Josh Jennings Alan Hill Window Specialists
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Josh Lewis-Jones Goode Electrical Kairun Swattridge AVAILABLE TO SPONSOR Kyle Jackson Nolan Tyres Logan Hughes Rhys Pring Appliance Repair Specialist Luke Handley Plumbsave / Elite School of Motoring Martyn Evans AVAILABLE TO SPONSOR
Michael Young Niche Fitness Morgan Jones MBMV Morgan Phipps Spartan Residential Sprinklers Nathan Pearce Caerphilly Mountain Snack Bar Oliver Hughes The Rugby Offload Osian Davis AVAILABLE TO SPONSOR
Owain Brideaux Harveys Cafe Bargoed Owen Thomas MS Autos / The Briggs Family Patrick Shaw AJC Electrical Services Rhydian Winslade AP Plastering Ryan Butcher KGJ Price Rail Engineering Sam Graves Clifton Suits Sam Stadden AVAILABLE TO SPONSOR
Saul Down Blue Light Services Group Ltd Thomas Grainger AVAILABLE TO SPONSOR Tristan Kugler TLK Construct Tyler Picton Picton Jones IFA Tyler Pesci-Griffiths Caerphilly Forge Farriery / Sunnybank Riding School Will Jones Peters Pies
ONE TO WATCH TYLER PESCI-GRIFFITHS A successful product of the Bedwas Mini & Junior setup, fleet-footed Tyler is at home across the backline. A proven threat with ball in hand, but as the picture shows is more than capable in putting a shift in defence. Like Dewi, Tyler is a Wass man through and through, serving as the BaaBaas Vice Social Secretary.
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