A new play about former Wales Rugby League captain John Bevan, will be performed at four venues in South Wales from 1st-4th July. A dual-code international for both Wales and Great Britain, Bevan was our 31st captain, leading us in his final four of his 17 caps. The play follows Bevan through his British Lions …
Here’s how our men’s side players have performed in the elite competitions in the month of May where there was plenty of try-scoring action. Words – Ian Golden. Pic – Alex Whitehead/SWpix.com Luke Thomas starred in two wins for Warrington Wolves, scoring a try against Bradford Bulls. Caleb Aekins played for Bradford in that loss, but …
We were sad to learn about yesterday’s sad passing of former Wales men’s side head coach John Kear, aged 71. John took over as Wales men’s side head coach in 2014 and was given the tough job of rebuilding following an unsuccessful 2013 World Cup campaign. In 2015, he coached Wales to a European Championship win, beating …
Aberavon Fighting Irish opened their defence of the JES Group Welsh Conference title with a 15-try display away at Rhondda Outlaws as they eventually cruised to a 78-24 win, after being 40-16 up at half-time. However, it was the Outlaws who struck first, as Ollie Owens scored the first try of the 2026 Rugby League …
The 2026 Welsh Rugby League men’s domestic season gets underway this Saturday, with two exciting encounters. Defending champions Aberavon Fighting Irish will be targeting a third consecutive Rugby League Conference title when they travel to Rhondda Outlaws in their new Taffs Well home, while South Wales Jets host Bridgend Blue Bulls at Penallta RFC. Both …
Pic: TSME Photography Ireland claimed a ‘three-peat’ in the Wheelchair Celtic Cup, defeating Scotland 70-40 and Wales 50-38 at the Oriam Performance Centre in Edinburgh. In the other clash, Wales just came out on top against the hosts 50-46 in a match decided on goal kicks, in what was acknowledged by all as the best …
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It was a perfect day for Wales in Dublin on Saturday, as our U16s and Student sides tasted comprehensive victories as the Four Nations opened in both disciplines. Wales U16 extended their unbeaten run to ten matches following a 64-20 win over Ireland. Captain Charlie Eatly was close to unstoppable as Wales, who were 12-0 …
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In the first of our monthly “World Cup Watch” articles, we look at how our hopefuls in the women’s and wheelchair games are performing in their respective competitions, with the Wheelchair side preparing for this Saturday’s Celtic Cup. Picture – Matthew Merrick/SWpix.com. Our wheelchair captain Jodie Boyd-Ward has prepared well for the Celtic Cup, after …
Wales Wheelchair head coach Alan Caron has named his squad for this Saturday’s Celtic Cup at Oriam Performance Centre in Edinburgh. There are two uncapped players in the Wales squad – Sid Ramsey of Sheffield Eagles and Matthew Turner of North Wales Crusaders and Wigan Warriors (some players are registered in the Welsh League with …
The 2026 Welsh Rugby League men’s domestic season gets underway on Saturday 30 May, as clubs across South Wales begin their chase for silverware and representative honours. Defending champions Aberavon Fighting Irish will be targeting a third consecutive Rugby League Conference title when they travel to Rhondda Outlaws in the opening round, while South Wales …
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