Sport

WRU launches tag rugby on the beach

Published

9 years ago

May 24, 2017

Tom Sinclair

Broad Haven South beach: Will host a tag rugby taster sessions in June

A FAMILY day out at the beach just got better than ever with the WRU announcing its first ever beach rugby taster in Pembrokeshire where everyone is invited to play.

The WRU and National Trust will host back-to-back family fun days at the award-winning Broad Haven South beach on Friday, June 9, and Saturday, June 10.

The partnership aims to grow participation in our national game by making rugby fun and accessible while inspiring families to let the outdoors move them and enjoy Wales’ fantastic coast and countryside.

The events will be free of charge, with tag rugby sessions for boys and girls of all ages and abilities as well as den building, campfire cooking, wildlife watching and wild art run by the National Trust Stackpole team.

More than 150 children representing primary schools in the area are already signed up for the Friday, with even more families expected on the Saturday when activities run between 11am and 3pm. No booking is required just drop by and have fun on the day.

For more information visit www.nationaltrust.org.uk/stackpole

Ryan Jones, WRU’s Head of Participation, is excited about working with National Trust to extend rugby beyond the traditional club environment during the summer months so that new and existing players of all abilities can give it a go while enjoying time with their families.

“Wales is blessed with some of the most beautiful beaches in the world and we’re excited to be working in partnership with the National Trust to take rugby to the stunning setting of Broad Haven South where players, old and new, can just turn up and give it a go,” he said.

“We’ve got more than 150 boys and girls from primary schools kicking off events on the Friday and we’re working closely with National Trust to pull out all the stops make this and the family fun day on Saturday 10 June a great occasion whatever your age and interests. You can play rugby, cheer from a deck chair, build a den and get creative with the National Trust team, and in doing one or all of these things, you’re guaranteed a great day out.”

The family-friendly beach rugby event will be the first of its kind endorsed by the WRU as Welsh Rugby continues to develop links with other Welsh organisations to grow the game as part of its vision to engage more people, more often with more enjoyment and more success.

Speaking about the new partnership, Rhian Sula, National Trust Stackpole’s Visitor Experience Manager, said: “We’re delighted to be teaming up with the Welsh Rugby Union for the beach rugby festival at Broad Haven South this June.

“The event is a fantastic fit with the National Trust’s ‘let the outdoors move you’ programme in partnership with Sport Wales which aims to get people active more often by utilising the special outdoor spaces that we care for. We already host beach circuits, fun runs and an annual trailathlon at Stackpole, so we’re looking forward to now introducing visitors to beach rugby with the WRU.”

Sport

Keeper scores 121st-minute wonder goal before saving two penalties

Published

13 hours ago

December 14, 2025

Herald Sport

Cwmamman United stun Tenby AFC in an unforgettable 3-3 thriller to reach the last sixteen of the West Wales Intermediate Cup

Cwmamman Utd 3 Tenby AFC 3 (Cwm win 3–2 on pens)

AN EXTRAORDINARY cup tie unfolded at Grenig Park as Cwmamman United and Tenby AFC shared a breathless 3-3 draw, before the hosts edged through 3–2 on penalties.

Tenby struck almost instantly, with Lloyd Hughes finding the net inside the opening minute. Cwm hit back on 14 minutes when Cam Isaac produced a superb finish to level the tie, but Joe Leahy restored Tenby’s lead before the break – a goal that for long spells looked like it might settle the contest.

Deep into stoppage time, however, Cwmamman refused to accept defeat. In the 100th minute, Jackson Brereton pounced to smash home an equaliser and force extra time.

The drama only intensified. Tenby were awarded a hotly disputed penalty in the 114th minute, converted confidently by Hughes. The spot-kick also saw Cwm’s Kieran Rees – who had been excellent alongside Kai O’Donnell at the heart of the defence – shown a red card.

But with virtually the last kick of the game, Cwm’s goalkeeper Kai Rees strode forward for a final desperate attack and unleashed a stunning 25-yard volley to make it 3-3, sparking wild celebrations around the ground.

Rees was far from finished. In the decisive shootout, he produced two superb saves to secure a 3–2 penalty win and send Cwmamman United into the last sixteen of the West Wales Intermediate Cup.

Photo: Cwm goalkeeper Kai Rees.

News

South Pembrokeshire Short Mat Bowls Association – Week Twelve results

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13 hours ago

December 14, 2025

Herald Sport

A PACKET week of fixtures in the South Pembrokeshire Short Mat Bowls Association’s Friendly League saw key wins at both ends of the table as teams continue to jostle for position going into the second half of the season.

Match results (Week 12):

Hundleton 10–0 Lamphey
Badgers 2–8 St Johns
Reynalton 0–10 Carew
Kilgetty 8–2 East Williamston
Cosheston v Llanteg – postponed
St Twynnells – bye week

A previously postponed fixture was also completed, with St Twynnells drawing 5–5 with Reynaltón.

League table (after Week 12):
East Williamston remain top, having played 10 and won eight, with a strong shots difference of +125. Reynaltón sit second after 11 games with 58 points, while St Johns and Hundleton follow closely behind on 54 points each.

At the mid-table mark, Carew (49 points), St Twynnells (48) and Kilgetty (46) remain tightly grouped. Badgers, Lamphey, Llanteg and Cosheston make up the lower order, though the number of games played varies, leaving room for movement in the coming weeks.

Full standings:

Team	P	W	D	L	S/D	Points
East Williamston	10	8	0	2	+125	72
Reynaltón	11	5	2	4	+35	58
St Johns	10	5	1	4	+32	54
Hundleton	10	5	1	4	-2	54
Carew	9	5	0	4	-25	49
St Twynnells	10	4	2	4	-34	48
Kilgetty	11	5	0	6	-44	46
Badgers	11	3	1	7	-59	45
Lamphey	11	5	0	6	-10	44
Llanteg	8	4	0	4	-5	41
Cosheston	9	3	1	5	-13	40

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Sport

Haverfordwest RFC names Team of the Week

Published

17 hours ago

December 14, 2025

Herald Sport

HAVERFORDWEST Rugby Football Club has announced its latest Team of the Week, celebrating standout performers from across the junior age groups following another busy weekend of fixtures.

Players from the U7s through to the U16s Eagles have been highlighted for their work rate, teamwork and commitment on the pitch, with coaches praising the effort shown by all who took part.

The club said the selections recognise not only individual performances but the dedication shown by players at training and during matches throughout the season.

Parents and supporters were quick to share their congratulations online, with particular praise for U12s players George Bentley and Tom Wheeler, who impressed during their fixture.

Team of the Week – 14 December 2025

U7s: Ollie Bromham & Arthur Slee
U8s: Theo Headland & Lyla Phillips
U9s: Theo Canton & George Thornton
U10s: Rhys Davies
U10s Eagles: Frankie Campbell
U11s: Griff Jenkins & Ollie Edwards
U12s: George Bentley & Tom Wheeler
U12s Eagles: Cyra Ellis
U15s: Logan Keane
U16s Eagles: Laura Cichon

Coaches thanked players and families for their continued support as Haverfordwest RFC moves through the winter fixtures, saying the positivity around the club remains a key part of its success.