News '07-'08 & '08-'09

May 5th 2009
The AGM due to be held on Wednesday May 13 has been postponed until 20 May at 7.00pm. Apologies if this causes any inconvenience to any member.

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May 4th 2009
The first team play their final match of the season on Wednesday 6th May away at Ruthin RFC. K.O. 7.30. Players to meet at the Club for 5.00pm.

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April 26th 2009
Wales and British Lions International matches including Autumn 2009 and Six Nations 2010 included in Tickets and Trips section

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April 17th 2009
The Dragon Rugby tournament this year will take place on May 23rd , commencing at 9.30am.
Details will be sent out to the schools in the next few days.

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April 14th 2009
Pwllheli's league game away at Colwyn Bay has been re-scheduled for tomorrow night April 15th. Kick off 7.30pm

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April 5th 2009
Congratulations to Matthew Banks on his inclusion in the North Wales Under 20s team who played Japan U20 at St Helens, Swansea yesterday.Well done Matthew.

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March 17th 2009
Tonight's junior training session has been cancelled.

The Clubhouse was unfortunately broken into sometime during Sunday evening / Monday morning. As well as stealing money they did a substantial amount of damage inside the building. The police are are carrying out forensic work within the Club at present. Anyone with information about this incident should contact the police immediately.

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March 4th 2009

Pwllheli's new centre for next season.

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February 27th 2009
The semi final of the North Wales Cup will be played at Bodegroes on Wednesday evening March 11th at 7.30pm. Our opponents will be Denbigh who beat COBRA 12-0 in the quarter finals last week.

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February 18th 2009
With the First XV travelling to Rhydyfelin to play in the SWALEC Plate on Saturday the scheduled League fixture away to Bala has been cancelled until a later date. Due to injury, work commitments and holidays the team will be missing 8 or 9 senior players so the task will be doubly hard. We can but hope for the best.

The Youths play at home against Rhyl on Saturday with the First teams' next home game next Saturday, February 28th against Denbigh.

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February 11th 2009
Pwllheli have been drawn at home against either Denbigh or Cobra in the semi final of the North Wales Cup. The othersemi final is between Nant Conwy and Caernarfon. Details to follow.

Bryn Martin has a limited number of tickets/hotel for the match at Cardiff against England this coming Saturday. Contact Bryn directly if interested on 01758 612042 or 613307. First come first served.

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February 2nd 2009
The home League fixture against Bala has now been confirmed. Wednesday evening February 11th 2009 - kick off 7.30pm.

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January 27th 2009
The draw for the next round of the SWALEC Plate has drawn us away to Rhydyfelin. They beat Cilfynydd by 41-0 at home last Saturday.They play in Division 2 East of the League and at present lie mid table with 5 wins out of 11 games played. Those of you who can think back to the 2006-07 season will recall that we beat Rhydyfelin by 12-9 in the Third Round of the Konica Minolta Cup. A similar result would be more than welcome.

Confirmation was received yesterday that two Pwllheli lads have been included in the Wales under 18s squad of 26. We wish Jack Roberts and Rhodri Jones the very best of luck. Well done lads.

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January 20th 2009
SWALEC Plate Competition, Round 2, Saturday January 24th - 2 o'clock

      

This season's most important game with a chance of progressing to the last 16 of the Competition against Division 3 West opponents.

The Final will be played at the Millenium Stadium on May 9th.

Come and support the team on Saturday. This is one game not to miss.

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January 16th 2009
Pwllheli RFC v Bala RFC

The League game at home against Bala has been re-arranged and will now be played on Saturday February 7th.

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January 10th 2009
Good news! Today's game against Llanidloes is ON.Kick off 2.30pm

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January 7th 2009
With the freezing weather persisting we will have to inspect the pitch either Thursday evening or Friday morning before we know whether Saturday's game can be played or not. More info available during Friday.

Assistant coach Arthur Williams had an operation on his shoulder before Xmas. He is confined to barracks at the moment. I'm sure he would appreciate a call from his mates. Get well soon Arthur.

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January 3rd 2009
The whole of the North Wales fixture list scheduled for today was cancelled due to frozen pitches. Pwllheli's next match takes place next Saturday January 10th, at home to Llanidloes.

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December 27th 2008
A succesful and enjoyable afternoon on and off the field this afternoon. A total of £195 was collected during the game. Proceeds to go to the Air Ambulance.

The Club have an imporatant League game away to Colwyn Bay next Saturday.

Discussions are taking place with Bala RFC with a view to playing the outstanding home League fixture on Saturday February 8th - the weekend of the Wales International Match against Scotland which is to be played on the Sunday.

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December 22nd 2008
The draw for the next round of the SWALEC Plate was eagerly awaited today. After Saturday's excellent win the team has been rewarded with a home tie against Llanelli Wanderers in Round 3 on January 24th 2009. As one of only three sides carrying the hopes of North Wales rugby Pwllheli will have a tough game against their Division 3 West opponents but will feel confident of providing a stiff challenge to our visitors. Llanelli have not had a thrilling first half to the season winning 3 out of 10 games played. The other NW sides, Llangefni and Newtown have also been drawn at home in their games.

 

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December 17th 2008

Amazing news just come through from rugby HQ. Jack Roberts and Rhodri Jones have been included in the Wales under 18 squad. To have two players from a small club in North West Wales selected is a tremendous achievement. Congrats and all the best.

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Why not come and watch the Xmas Charity Match on Saturday December 27th. Chairman's XV against Combined Youths and Vets. If you fancy burning off the excesses of Christmas Day get in touch with Ian Studt or Dilwyn Bach -

01758 612607 or 07765235783

Proceeds in aid of the Air Ambulance. Kick off 2.00pm

 

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December 5th 2008

SWALEC PLATE COMPETITION

Pwllheli play Cefneithin at Bodegroes on Saturday 20 December in the SWALEC Plate Competition. At Cefneithin's request Pwllheli have agreed to a 1 P.M. kick off. Cefneithin remain unbeaten in Division 4 West so Pwllheli expect a very tough match.

The match will be followed at 4.30  by a sports quiz arranged by Tin Tin and Daron Roberts. Should be interesting!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! As always all are welcome.

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November 23rd 2008

The date for the re-arranged quarter final North Wales Cup match at home to Colwyn Bay has now been confirmed. Game to be played on Tuesday evening, December 2nd at 7.15pm. This is the first of four exciting games for the team in December. Saturday 6th will see us travelling to Ruthin, followed by two home games leading up to the Christmas break. High flying Nant Conwy will be our opponents on Saturday 13th and a warm welcome awaits Cefneithin in the

Second Round of the SWALEC Plate Competition on December 20th.

Why not come and support the lads.

 

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November 19th 2008

SWALEC PLATE ROUND 2

Pwllheli have been drawn at home against Cefneithin in Round 2 of the

SWALEC Plate Competition. Our opponents top Division 5 West

of the League and are unbeaten so far this season.

Looking forward to a good hard game on December 20th.

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NORTH WALES v SALE SHARKS

EIRIAS PARK,  COLWYN BAY

Wednesday November 26th 7.30 PM Kick Off

Adults - Stand and Seats - £7. 

Terraces -  £5.

Students and Youths - £2.

Children under 16 free with paying adult.

Ticket Details - 01492 533 223.

As a consequence of the above match the North Wales Cup match against Colwyn Bay scheduled for November 25th at Bodegroes has been postponed.

New date to be confirmed soon.

 

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November 18th 2008

Alan Gwallt has two debenture tickets available for the match on Saturday.

Contact him direct on 01758 61 2126.

                                         Tickets sold-thank you.

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November 15th 2008

Results of interest from SWALEC Cup Round 3 matches played

today involving local teams.

Bala 20 Cowbridge 16
Caernarfon 8 Bridgend Ath 22
New Tredegar 19 Bethesda 29
Pontyates 16 Llandudno 25
Tondu 24 Nant Conwy 5

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November 13th 2008

This season a new competition takes place consisting of all the clubs who lost in the first two rounds of the SWALEC Cup, known as the SWALEC Plate. This Saturday Pwllheli play what will hopefully be the first of several games for us in the Plate Competition.

 

We are included in one of 16 knockout pools, each with a maximum of eight clubs. The first games to be played in Pool 3, Pwllheli's pool, are :

 

Llandybie v Pwllheli
Llanelli Wanderers v Bynea
New Dock Stars v Furnace Utd

Cefneithen (bye)

The winners of this weekends’ matches - that is four teams - will then play each other on December 20th.

The winners of these matches on the 20th. - the two remaining winning teams in the pool - play each other to decide the pool winners.

The winner from each pool will then take their place in the last sixteen.

The fiinal will be staged at the Millennium Stadium.

 

All losers on Saturday will be entered in the SWALEC Bowl Competition.

 

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November 11th 2008

NORTH WALES CUP

Pwllheli have been drawn at home against Colwyn Bay in the next round of the North Wales Cup. Match to be played during week ending November 29th.

Further details to follow.

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November 3rd 2008

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NORTH WALES CUP

Dolgellau Rugby Club have just confirmed that the are conceding the North Wales Cup First Round game which was scheduled to be played this Wednesday, November 5th.

Pwllheli's next home fixture is now scheduled for December13 when we host the current League leaders Nant Conwy.

 

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October 30th 2008

SWALEC Cup - Plate

First and Second Round losers in the SWALEC Cup will now contest the Plate. Pwllheli have once again been unlucky by being drawn away from home yet again. They have another journey South, this time to play Llandybie RFC. Llandybie play in Division 5 South West and were unlucky to lose away against Tumble in the previous Round. The match will be played on November 15th.

Team bus leaves the club at 08.00 prompt.Supporters welcome.

The team will be staying overnight and returning Sunday morning-1100.

 

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October 27th 2008

Wednesday, November 5th 2008

Bodegroes Park Efailnewydd

North Wales Cup

Round 1

Pwllheli v Dolgellau

Kick off 7.15pm

MATCH SPONSOR-SJ & S WILLIAMS -EDERN.

MATCH BALL SPONSOR-"LLOND PLAT " ABERAERON.

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October 22nd 2008

SWALEC Cup game at Cardigan on Saturday.

Bus leaves the Club at 8.30am.

Supporters welcome to travel down with the team.

North Wales Cup games at home against Dolgellau

Wednesday evening November 5th at 7.15pm.

Expect some fireworks.

Tickets for South Africa International sold out.

There is one ticket left for Australia game - debenture £55 - good seat.

Contact Wil Martin.

 

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October 12th 2008

Clwb Chwaraeon Pwllheli

Saturday evening October 18th 2008

Come and watch CELT, the popular welsh group from

Rachub, Bethesda performing at the Club next Saturday night.

Tickets available from the Club.

Price £6.00

Proceeds to Junior Section Pwllheli Rugby Club.

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October 3rd 2008

Some welcome news for the womens section of the Club.

Five of the squad have been selected to represent North Wales under 18s team.

Very well done girls. Good luck.

Charlotte Pirie

Elan Jones

Elin Jones

Elliw Haf Williams

Meleri Griffith

This is well deserved reward for the hard work put in by the two coaches

Sian Gough Roberts and Linda Cullen-Hubbard.

 

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October 1st 2008

SWALEC Cup Round 2

Following the excellent win against Neath Athletic last Saturday, Pwllheli's reward is another away tie against 3rd Division side, Cardigan in the 2nd Round of the Swalec Cup. They had a comfortable win at Cilfynydd of Division 5 South East by 52-17.

The game is to be played on Saturday October 25th.

 

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September 16th 2008

 

More photos from Pwllheli's game against Flint.

Courtesy of Drew Murray.

 

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September 9th 2008

INSURANCE FOR PLAYERS.

Willis Limited, Cardiff are an authorised company in the field of Personal Accident, Death and Permanent Disability Insurance for Amateur Rugby Players.

Below you will see a brief summary of the service provided.

DEATH AND PERMANENT DISABILITY INSURANCE.

This insurance is mandatory for all Clubs affiliated to the WRU and the WRU will pay the premiums.

Senior Players 16-55.

 

PERSONAL ACCIDENT INSURANCE FOR AMATEUR RUGBY PLAYERS.

Anyone who plays rugby is exposed to the risk of injury that can result in them being out of work, even for a short time. This insurance scheme which is approved by the WRU, protects players from personal injury during this season.

This insurance will give players;

Protection against loss of income due to rugby-related accidents;

Weekly payments while temporarily out of work;

Not all players will suffer loss of earnings if they are unable to work,

so cover can be individually catered;

Flexibility of choice of benefits.

 

 

Contact Wil Martin for Application Forms. Forms to be completed as soon as possible.If you require more information about the cover and exclusions etc. contact Willis on 029 203 75823 or you can visit their website on www.willis.com

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September 2nd 2008

Pwllheli 1st XV are at home against Caernarfon in the opening game of the new season. The Cofis won the Division 4 Championship last season and will be all out to set off the new campaign with a win. Pwllheli have several players unavailable for the game but the squad chosen will be giving 100%.

Don't forget that the WRU have drawn up Experimental Law Variations which are sure to suit Pwllheli who are well known for playing exciting open rugby. Take a look at a video explaining the changes further down this page (dated August 15th)

The Youths entertain Denbigh on Saturday while the 2nd XV side travel to Harlech. Best of luck lads.

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Pwllheli have been drawn at home against Dolgellau in the First Round of the North Wales Cup. All matches to be played during the week commencing 2nd November 2008. The ties where the home club have floodlights have to be played on or before Friday 7th with the remaining ties to be played as an early kick off (convenient to both teams) on Saturday 8th November.

Mid week matches are required due to shortage of referees on International dates.

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Women's rugby training starts Thursday evening September 11th at 6pm. A warm welcome to all. Prior experience not essential.

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August 25th 2008

HOGROAST and BBQ to be held at the Club Friday evening August 29th at 7.15pm.

Informal pre season get together.

Cost £4 only. Children £2.00

Tickets on sale from August 12th onwards.

Available from any Commitee member or behind the bar.

Players' families, kids and friends are invited. Warm welcome to all.

 

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August 22nd 2008

 

The friendly game away against Machynlleth scheduled for tomorrow August 23rd has been cancelled. Machynlleth are unable to raise a side. The Club are now trying to arrange another game for next week against Bro. Further details to follow.

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Lion's Charity Raft Race for the Air Ambulance, Pwllheli Harbour,

August 24th at 11.00am.

The Club have two teams taking part.

Come and support this very worthy cause.

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August 16th 2008

Members of the Royal Welsh are taking part in a sponsored cycle ride throughout Wales spread over 14 days, between August 18th and 31st. The intention is to call in at every member Club of the Welsh Rugby Union, a total of 2240 miles and to score a converted try at each location. The aims are firstly to collect money for several service charities and secondly to lay a cross at every Club in memory of a fallen local soldier from the Regiment.

The party will visit Bodegroes on August 18th at 1pm approximately.Feel free to attend and support.

Donations can be accepted at the club towards three identified service charities. Whatever your politics the lads deserve our support.

 

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August 15th 2008

Watch the video below to learn all about the ELV's which come into force this season .

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August 8th 2008

The friendly game away at Machynlleth has now been confirmed for Saturday afternoon August 23rd. 1 p.m. kick off.

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HOGROAST and BBQ to be held at the Club Friday evening August 29th at 7.15pm.

Informal pre season get together.

Cost £4 only. Children £2.00

Tickets on sale from August 12th onwards.

Available from any Commitee member or behind the bar.

Players' families, kids and friends are invited. Warm welcome to all.

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August 1st 2008

Congratulations Tom.

Tom Parry successfully completed his swim from Alcatraz to the mainland.

 

This is what he had to say after completing the swim.

'Fortunately the California seagulls are not as crazy as the Welsh ones so I was able to make it from Alcatraz without being attacked.(See report July 12 below.)The current gave the three of us a bit of a scare as we battled to make the cove entrance. Otherwise the only other challenge I had was having my buddy Paul jump off the ferry on top of me in the water at the beginning.'

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July 30th 2008

 

A Certificated First Aid Course is to be held at the Club on Friday August 22nd.

Commencing 9.15.The course is free and is part of our Sports Match funded efforts to continue to improve the backup to players of all ages.

Contact Wil Martin as soon as possible.

Course limited to 12 persons.

The date for a training course for use of the Club's portable defrillator will be announced soon.Course will be limited to six persons.

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July 26th 2008

 

Pwllheli have been drawn away against Neath Athletic in the First Round of the SWALEC Cup. Neath were members of Division 4 South West of the National League last season and finished ninth in the table winning seven of 22 games played. Game to be played on September 27th. Contact the Club if you want to travel down on the team coach.

 

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July 12th 2008

The Club extends its best wishes to ex-Pwllheli player Tom Parry.

Tom has lived in California for many years and has recently retired after selling his successful IT business. He and two friends have decided to prove that escape from Alcatraz prison was in fact possible. They intend doing this by swimming from the island to the  San Francisco mainland. Those of you who know Tom will not be remotely surprised by this latest venture. During his recent stay with family in Pwllheli he trained by swimming from Gimblet Rock to Carreg y Defaid and back. His training was interrupted this week when he was attacked by a gull which must of thought his swimming action was similar to a fish breaking the surface!!!!!!!!!!

Tom returns to the States this week but remains a staunch

supporter of rugby on the Lleyn.

 

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July 8th 2008

Second XV fixtures have been released - have a look in the 'Fixtures' Section.

 

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July 7th 2008

Pwllheli RFC are delighted to announce that Eifion Griffiths has agreed to join the coaching staff at Bodegroes with immediate effect. Eifion, or Jiffy as he is best known, has had a highly successful period coaching at Harlech RFC and is well know in North Wales youth and senior rugby circles. He is a very experienced coach and Pwllheli are wholly confident that he can make a substantial contribution to the development of rugby on the Lleyn. He joins David Martin and Arthur Williams as another cog in the coaching team at Bodegroes. Pwllheli wish to acknowledge Harlech's willingness to release Eifion and wish them well for the forthcoming season.

REMEMBER  SENIOR TRAINING STARTS AT 7 PROMPT ON TUESDAY JULY  8PM.

A WARM WELCOME IS EXTENDED TO ALL - NEW AND OLD.

 

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July 5th 2008

Fixture list for First XV and Youths games have been released.

Second XV details are imminent.

Take a look in the 'Fixtures' section of website.

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June 27th 2008

Sponsorship from COMMUNITIES FIRST has enabled us to renew the floor covering to the fitness room. The Clubs' weights room continues to be extremely popular amongst rugby players. Don't forget that it is available for non-playing as well as playing members of the Club.You need to be a keyholder to use.Contact Club for details.Remember it is essential that you take appropriate advice before using the equipment. Contact Wil Owen or David Martin for advice.

For membership details contact the Club steward. There is no charge for using the weights room. Equipment provided by HIRONS oF Cardiff.

This facility is not available to children.

 

 

 

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June 26th 2008

NEW KIT SPONSORS

First XV - Jewson

Under 10s - Adeiladwyr Daron

Women - David Mclean/HSBC/SPORTMATCH.

You can advertise in the Club's Programme by contacting Wil Martin on 0791 999 0869. An effective way to advertise your Company or Service and invest in the future of rugby on the Llyn.

The cost is £100 for a full page, £50 for half and £30 for a quarter page advert.

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June 24th 2008

Training sessions for 2008/2009 season begin at the Club on Tuesday evening July 8th at 7.00pm. A warm welcome to all.

The Club are keen to encourage ladies of Pen Llyn who have an interest in playing rugby to register for the forthcoming season. Contact the Club either by phone - 01758 613676 - or by e-mail - ccpwll2@tiscali.co.uk - to receive your registration form and further details.

We are still awaiting confirmation of fixtures for the season. It is hoped that these will be made available early in July.

Tickets for the Autumn Internationals now on sale. Order yours early before they sell out. Refer to the 'Tickets and Trips' section for further details.

Membership forms available from John Hodgson - Club Steward - call at the Club on Tuesday or Thursday night and at the weekend.

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June 10th 2008

The Invesco Perpetual Series 2008

Tickets for the autumn internationals are now available from the club.

Contact 01758 613676 for details or Wil Martin direct.

 

Nov 8th - South Africa.

Nov 22nd - New Zealand.

Nov 29th - Australia.

Prices range between £40 and £55 depending on availability.

Demand is high so secure your tickets now before they disappear.

A small admin fee will apply as usual and payment with order please.

The Club cannot supply tickets for the Canada match but a plentiful supply of these should be available direct from the WRU.

 

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 June 7th 2008   

                                             

Limited run silk Club ties are available for sale at £15.Once these are gone there will be no more !!!!Contact the steward to order.

 

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June 6th 2008

 

THE WRU REGULATORY COMITTEE HAS DECIDED TO VOID ALL OF RHAYADER RFC AND WREXHAM RFC LEAGUE POINTS FOR THE 2007-2008 SEASON.THIS IS BECAUSE THEY DID NOT COMPLETE THEIR FIXTURE OBLIGATIONS.THIS STILL LEAVES PWLLHELI WELL CLEAR AT THE TOP BUT ALSO PUTS BRO FFESTINIOG RFC CLEAR IN SECOND. AS FAR AS WE ARE AWARE NO FORMAL DECISION HAS YET BEEN MADE AS TO WHO JOINS PWLLHELI IN DIVISION 4 NORTH NEXT SEASON.

 

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May 18th 2008

PRESENTATION NIGHT

at the Club

Friday evening June 6th 2008

at 7.00pm

COME AND CELEBRATE AN EXCEPTIONAL SEASON 2007-08.

WRU medals for championship squad

Club medals for 2nd XV as Gwynedd Cup winners

Medals for Youths team for winning League

A light snack/curry will be available on the night.

Contact a Roy Kip, Ken Davies or Wil Martin for further details.

ALL WELCOME TO THIS INFORMAL GET TOGETHER.

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May 17th 2008

Bodegroes Park

EFAILNEWYDD

 

 

Saturday May 17th

Commencing at 9.30am

Why not come and support

Many thanks to ASDA Pwllheli for their very generous support

 

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May 14th 2008

 

Gwynedd Cup Final

Nant Conwy RFC13 Pwllheli RFC 22

 

Pwllheli's second team won the Gwynedd Cup for the first time in their history in fine style on Monday night. Nant started strongly and were the stronger side for the first twenty minutes of this Final which was played at Bro Ffestiniog.Their scrum had the edge, their lineout was solid and their open play was typically Nant being robust and powerful. They took the lead through two well taken penalty kicks but despite the slope, breeze and possession Pwllheli's line was never seriously threatened.The Lleyn team's cohesion and balance of youthful talent and experience gradually saw them come to match Nant and then inexorably to begin to dominate in crucial areas.

Pwllheli's scrum began to get an edge and they were also able to make inroads into Nant's lineout.

 

Pwllheli pressured Nant and they had their just reward when number eight Huw Williams crashed over after Pwllheli had threatened several times. Gethin Roberts added a tidy conversion. Both these players were part of Pwllheli's Youth structure last season and the policy is critical to Pwllheli's future. Pwllheli ended the half ten to seven in the lead as Roberts added his first successful penalty.

 

Pwllheli extended their lead with a forty metre penalty from centre Roberts and with Nant strengthening their front row in the second period their chance to get something out of the game came when Pwllheli had a prop yellow carded.

 

They took advantage by scoring a try which was duly converted to reduce their deficit to only three points. Pwllheli rallied and Nant's chance was lost.They particularly struggled in the scrums and they were also being beaten consistently to the loose ball.

 

It was the prodigious boot of Gethin Roberts which stretched Pwllheli 's lead with three further penalties.Their lead was never again seriously threatened and the game ended with Pwllheli fully deserving their victory.

 

Captain Colin Jones accepted the trophy on behalf of the Club but the victory belonged to the squad's spirit, dedication and the hard work and commitment of Dilwyn "Nosey" Jones and Ian Studt who was Man of the Match on the night.

 

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May 7th 2008

Pwllheli's reward for reaching the Gwynedd Cup Final is a floodlit night match against Nant Conwy, at Bro Ffestiniog on Monday May 12th - kick off 7.30pm.

The Club were given no choice in the matter as the Gwynedd Committee had already accepted that Nant could not field a team on either of the next two Saturdays.

There was no prior consultation and Pwllheli's objections were over ruled. It had been hoped that a Saturday match in Gwynedd would have generated far more interest than a Monday night fixture. 

 

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May 2nd 2008

Confirmation that current Officers were re-elected enbloc for a period of two years in lasts night's AGM.

Chairman :            Wil Martin

Vice Chairman :     Gareth Wyn Jones

Secretary :           Bryn Martin

Treasurer :           Brian Hughes

Fixture Secretary : Ken Davies

Managemant reps will be elected next year.

 

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April 30th 2008

Saturday May 3rd Second XV will play the semi-final of the Gwynedd Cup against Bethesda. Match to be played either at Pwllheli or Bangor RFC. Details available from the Club. Kick off 2.30pm.

Sunday May 4th Under 16s play in the final of the Eryri Cup against Caernarfon. Match to played at Bangor RFC - kick off 12.30pm.

Monday May 5th. First play away at Ruthin in the semi final of the North Wales Cup. Kick off 2.30pm. Bus leaves the Club at 10.30am.

There are a limited number of commemorative Division 5 Championship silk ties available for sale. Cost £20 from the club. Only 50 of these will ever be made.

 

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April 28th 2008

The Annual General Meeting is to be held at the Club

on Thursday evening at 7.30pm.

 

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April 4th 2008

More bad news for the concept of Division 5 rugby in North Wales.

 

Rhayader this week became the second club this season, after Bangor last September-to pull out of the league. They have informed the WRU that they will not be fulfilling their remaining 8 league fixtures this season. This will of course impact on Pwllheli who had an outstanding home fixture to be rearranged with them.

 

This in turn hits the bar income but most importantly does not give Pwllheli the  opportunity to extend their lead at the top of the division. We do not yet know how their withdrawal will effect league placings. This will be a decision made  by the WRU Regulatory Committee. We are now trying to find out when this decision will be made.

 

Pwllheli still have matches each Saturday between now and April 26th with only Rhos being an away fixture on April 12th. The most crucial match of these is probably our home fixture against Bro Ffestiniog RFC at Bodegroes tomorrow. A win would put some daylight between us and our other close challengers. A defeat would put everything back in the melting pot. Come and support!

 

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March 31st 2008

Two Pwllheli players have exceeded 100 points to date in league rugby this season. Fly half Elgan Rowlands' points total is 107 through 3 tries, 40 conversions and 4 penalties. Mike Adams reached the milestone at Rhyl on Saturday 29th March with his twentieth league try of the season. This is an exceptional feat by both players in so few games; Elgan in 12 and Mike in 9 games.

 

With six more crucial league matches to go lets hope we can see more of the same in the final run in towards the end of the season.

 

Both players are fulsome in their praise of their teamates who made most of these scores possible. No fewer than 12 players have played in at least 10 of these games with 5 notching up a full house - Dylan Morris, Geraint Parry, Tomos Henry, David Williams and Elgan Rowlands.

 

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March 28th 2008

Jack Roberts and Rhodri Jones have both been selected to play for Wales 'A' under 16s in the Millfield Tournament, which takes place between March 31st and April 6th. The team will play against the likes of England, Scotland and Rumania. This is a great honour for the lads, the Club, coaches and parents and a huge achievement for local rugby. Full details to follow later on. Da iawn hogia !!!!

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The home game against Rhos will now be played on Wednesday evening April 23rd - kick off 7.15pm. It is now hoped that Rhayader will be willing to play the final League game of the season at Bodegroes on Saturday May 3rd.

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Dudley and kingswinsford RFC Veterans(Howard Roberts' Club) will play Pwllheli on April 26 in The Howard Roberts Memorial match. Kick off will be at 12.30pm and the game will be a curtain raiser for the First and Second XV games against Wrexham commencing at 2.30pm.

If you are over 35 and fancy a run out give Ian Studt a call on 07810 637 045.If you're past it come and watch and sup a few beers with old friends!!!

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The Dragon Rugby Tournament this year will be played on May 17th. The organisers are Mark Roberts, Brian Hughes and Euros Davies. Further details to follow.

 

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March 25th 2008

North Wales Rugby Reunion Dinner.

Kenton Morgan the current manager of the North Wales side has ambitious plans to hold a reunion dinner at a central venue. The target date is June this year. Any player - of any era, who has played for North Wales is invited to attend.

The hope is that this venture will bring home what the current coaching and management team are trying to do in North Wales. The cost is likely to be in the region of £30 for a good meal, good company and interesting speakers.

Given sufficient demand coach transport can be arranged. For any ex or indeed current Pwllheli players who played for North Wales the local organiser is Richard 'Tin Tin' Hughes. Alternatively you can direct any query to Kenton directly on K.L.Morgan@liverpool.ac.uk

 

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March 16th 2008

 

Saturday March 22nd 2008

Pwllheli v COBRA

This has been a difficult season so far in more ways than one. The Rugby World Cup and the Six Nations Championship has meant a fragmented fixture list. The situation has been worsened by the withdrawal of Bangor, inclement weather before Christmas and the inability of more than one team to fulfill their fixtures.

The result is that the team have not played at home since 11th November 2007, a period of more than 4 months. As you can imagine this has had an adverse effect on the income generated by the Club. More importantly it has been very difficult for players to maintain focus when there have been so many Saturdays without games. At least now the fixture list is full each Saturday until May 3 - and possibly beyond!!!!

Saturday's game will be no walkover and we expect a hard match against COBRA. After losing our 100% record in our last game away at Bethesda the team need to bounce back straight away in order to maintain the pressure on the other teams near the top of the table.

Come and support the team and the Club in the final push towards promotion back to Division 4. As usual 2.30 K.O.

 

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February 29th 2008

 

Ladies Rugby Team.

Best of luck to the girls in their first fixtures since the team was re-formed. Bus leaving for Bangor 10.30 Sunday morning.

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The WRU have just confirmed details of the Welsh Rugby sides'

games for November 2008.

November 8th - South Africa

November 22nd - New Zealand

November 29th - Australia

 

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February 24th 2008

Following the teams' excellent win in the Gwynedd Cup yesterday, Pwllheli's reward in the semi-final is an away match at Ruthin. The game is to be played on Monday 5th May. The other semi-final is between Colwyn Bay and Nant Conwy. The Final is scheduled for Monday 26th May (Spring Bank Holiday) at a venue to be decided.

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Pwllheli have a tough League game next Saturday away to Machynlleth. A bus has been arranged and will  leave the Club at 11.00am. Supporters welome.

 

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February 18th 2008

The North Wales Cup Quarter Final match at Dolgellau will be played on Saturday 23rd - kick off 11.45am. Return immediately after the game to watch the Wales game on the big screen at the Club,

 

Once again there will be a happy hour event following the Wales game - beer at £2.00 a pint and hot food.

Come and support the Club and the Welsh team.

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The League game postponed on December 20th away at Bethesda has been re-scheduled for Thursday evening March 6th with kick off at 7.15pm.

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The WRU have now confirmed that the Pwllheli v Rhos league game will be played on Saturday afternoon, May 3rd 2008.

 

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February 15th 2008

A campaign between Health Challenge Wales,the Welsh Asembly and the WRU will take place during the next few weeks. The intention is to promote fitness and healthy eating etc among young rugby players. This is aimed at the younger members of the Club.

Pwllheli youngsters will get a chance to meet Mike Phillips the Welsh International

scrum half when he visits Bodegroes on Sunday March 2nd 2008 at 1.30pm.A specially created DVD "Champs or Chips" will also be shown.

 

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February 14th 2008

 

Rhayader RFC have just informed us that they are unable to raise a team to travel to Bodegroes on Saturday.

Everyone concerned with the Club are extremely disappointed as I’m sure are supporters to hear this news. It highlights once again the shambles which reigns within the League, a situation we as a Club will do our utmost to change.

All we can do is apologise once again to supporters who were looking forward to seeing the team play.

The next home game is scheduled for March 22nd against COBRA.

 

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February 11th 2008

 

Pwllheli’s last home game was the North Wales Cup fixture against Mold on November 17th 2007. Since that day the team has only played four games.

 

Players and coaches have found it difficult to deal with the constant lengthy breaks which have been a feature of the season, but have managed to maintain their motivation. The season is destined to carry on in the same fashion until the Six Nations is completed.

 

Clearly this structure is untenable and the Club are committed to press for changes for next season. The Youth team is similarly affected, with only two league fixtures scheduled for the rest of the season. Again this cannot by conducive to the development of rugby.

 

Our opponents on Saturday are Rhayader travelling to Bodegrroes for the very first time. The corresponding away fixture in October was a tough encounter with players from both sides being yellow carded. We can expect the same commitment from both sides again and hope for good weather and an exciting game.

 

We look forward to seeing you at Bodegroes on Saturday afternoon –

kick off 2.30 as usual.

 

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February 5th 2008

 

 

SIX NATIONS INTERNATIONAL

SATURDAY 9TH FEBRUARY 2008

WALES v SCOTLAND

                                                                              KICK OFF -2.00.

Following last Saturday's thrilling victory at Twickenham hopes are high

for a repeat performance in Cardiff on Saturday.

Come and support Wales and Pwllheli Rugby - watch the game on the big screen.

Happy hour after the game - beer £2.00 a pint and hot food.

 

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February 1st 2008

 

 

SIX NATIONS INTERNATIONAL

SATURDAY 2ND FEBRUARY 2008

ENGLAND V WALES

Support Wales and Pwllheli Rugby.

Come and watch the game on the big screen on Saturday afternoon.

Kick off at 4.30pm.

Come early to make sure of a seat.

Happy hour after the game - all pints will cost £2.00

Hot food will be available prepared by John Hodgson.

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It has not been possible to agree a date for the cancelled League game against Rhos. The WRU have now instructed Rhos to play the game on Saturday May 3rd unless they agree to an evening kick off prior to this date.

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All tickets for the games against England, Scotland, Ireland and France have been sold.

 

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January 25th 2008

 

Flint cannot raise a team to play against Pwllheli Youths tomorrow - yet another game cancelled!

International tickets.

There are a few tickets remaining for this seasons Six Nations Championship.

We have about a dozen tickets left for the game against Italy and five remaining for the French game. We do not expect to get any more once these are sold so hurry up!!

 

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January 22nd 2008

The Seconds' home league game against Wrexham on Saturday has been postponed - Wrexham cannot raise a team because of insufficient notice for the fixture.

 

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January 20th 2008

The 1st XV are on League duty next Saturday away against Welshpool. The coach will leave the Club at 11.00am for anyone wishing to travel with the team.

The Second Team by finishing in the top four of the Gwynedd League now join four other Clubs from North East Wales in the North Wales Super League for Second XV teams. All teams will play each other once. Pwllheli kick off the campaign with an interesting game at home against Wrexham Seconds.

 

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December 23rd 2007

 

 

Seasons Greetings to all supporters and sponsors

from the Committee and players.

Many thanks for your continued support.

 

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                                                            December 20th 2007

                     BETHESDA GAME OFF - FROZEN PITCH.

 

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December 19th 2007

Captain's Cocktails.

December 22nd 2007 at 5.30pm.

Captain's Cocktails will be served at the Club following the 2nd XV and Youth games on December 22nd. Entertainment will be provided by a local group.

Entrance will be free but you are requested to bring at least one bottle of decent wine with you. These contributions will be raffled during the evening with proceeds going to Club funds.

Commencing at 5.30pm - till late. Why not come and enjoy an afternoon of entertaining rugby and after-match cocktails in a friendly and welcoming atmosphere.

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The Scottish Power Cup match against Machynlleth cancelled on the 15th will now be played on Saturday afternoon 29th December at 2.00pm.

The bus leaves the Club at 11.00am prompt. Supporters welcome.

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Tickets for the Six Nations matches against Italy and France are now available.

Contact Wil Martin directly - Cost of tickets will be £55 and £50.

 

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December 17th 2007

Scottish Power North Wales Cup

The draw for the quarter final matches of the Cup has been confirmed.

 

     Caernarfon v Nant Conwy/Denbigh

 Colwyn Bay v  COBRA/Llangollen

       Dolgellau    v  Machynlleth/Pwllheli

         Ruthin    v  Bro Ffestiniog/Llandudno

 

Matches to be played on the 2nd February 2008 (the same date as the England v Wales match in the Six Nations Championships.)

Outstanding Second Round matches will take place prior to this date.

 

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December 15th 2007

Scottish Powergen North Wales Cup

Second Round

Machynlleth RFC v Pwllheli RFC

The game has been cancelled due to a frozen pitch at Machynlleth. The Bro Ffestiniog v Llandudno match has also been called off for the same reason.

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Please note that Club kit will be on sale at the Club next Tuesday night between 6.30 and 8.30pm.

If you are still looking for that special present for Christmas come along - we have a range of quality clothing at reasonable prices.

 

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December 7th 2007

National League Division 5 North

IMPORTANT NOTICE.

No rugby at Bodegroes tomorrow.

Confirmation was received late on Friday afternoon that Rhos cannot raise a team for tomorrow's game. The Youths game at home to Colwyn Bay has also been cancelled - the Bay are also unable to raise a team.

The League game away at Bethesda which was scheduled to be played on Saturday 22nd December has been changed to Thursday night December 20th at 7.30pm. The bus leaves the Club at 5.30pm for all supporters who wish to come and see the game.

 

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December 5th 2007

Stuck for that special Christmas present?

A variety of quality club kit will be available for sale during and after the game against Rhos on Saturday. Take a look - a  good selection with something to suit all tastes.

Buy something and you can support the club at the same time.

 

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November 29th 2007

Why not come and support the team at Bro Ffestiniog on Saturday.

Bus leaving the Club at 11.45 prompt.

 

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November 28th 2007

Club kit available now for Christmas.

All kit will include the club's badge. The Club were able to secure the services of a professional model to demonstrate the Kooga Isotek 2 jackets we have on sale.

The cost is £40.

Also going very well are the Kooga hoodies. Well made and warm these are a snip at £30. We also have the old favourites on sale - Kooga polos at £20, as well as dress shirts at the same price. Club ties are £10 and the new Club scarf is only £7.50.

If we run out of any stock line we are assured that orders received before December 7 will be available before Christmas.

 

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November 19th 2007

Saturday's win against Mold in the First Round of the North Wales Cup was both comprehensive and emphatic. Mold the current Champions and leaders of Division 4 North were overwhelmed by an awsome performance by the Pwllheli team. As the Chairman, Wil Martin commented after the game - "I cannot remember the team getting such a rousing reception at half time for many years."

To add to the celebrations the other teams playing all won as well, the Youths at Bangor and no less than five of the Junior teams winning against Llangefni. This is the second time this season that all teams playing on a weekend have won.

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Late last night the Club received confirmation of the game against the Slovakia National side on the tour next year -Sunday, May 18th 2008 at Bratislava.

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Robin Elias sounded very cheerful on the phone last night, considering that he's confined to bed and having to miss out on the pleasures of life. I'm sure the result on Saturday will do him a power of good. He's expecting an X-ray examination in the course of the next week. This will give the specialists an indication how the injury is progressing. Hoping for good news and to be out of Hospital soon.

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October 31st 2007

Robin Elias was unfortunately involved in a motor car accident on his way back from the WRU Annual General Meeting on Sunday last. He has damaged ribs and an as yet unspecific back injury. He is currently receiving treatment at the Orthopaedic Ward at Bronglais Hospital, Aberystwyth. Robin is likely to be in hospital for some time. He is being transferred to the Gobowen Orthopaedic Hospital this Friday November 2.

Everyone at the Club sends him our best wishes for a speedy recovery.

 

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October 26th 2007

We are delighted to announce that the fundraising auction held at Bodegroes on Saturday 20th October raised over £1200 towards the funds of MacDonald House at the Alder Hey Hospital, Liverpool.

The Club wish to formally thank all those who contributed to this very worthy cause. 

Particular thanks to the Machynlleth team who chipped in strongly to boost the fund.

Diolch yn fawr hogia.

N.B.The final amount raised was £1335.

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October 24th 2007

Disappointing news regarding the Konice Cup game next Saturday.

The Club have decided after much thought that they have no choice but not to send a team to Haverfordwest. There are several reasons, 12 out of the squad of 18 who played against Machynlleth last Saturday were unavailable as they are guests at Mark Saynor's wedding on Saturday. The club approached many other players including those living down in South Wales but with no success. Many of the second team options had already made alternative arrangements for half term.

Pwllheli would only have had one prop available as Billy Brittains' clearance to play did not come through until last night.

This is an unfortunate and sad situation for everyone and the club are to send their sincere regrets to Haverfordwest RFC. The Committee were not willing to take the option of using inexperienced 18 year olds to shoulder the responsibility.

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October 22nd 2007

Wales  v  South Africa

November 24th 2007

 

Tickets to watch the game against South Africa available now.

We have just received confirmation of closing date for orders.

PLEASE NOTE

Tickets must be ordered by

midday Friday 26th October 2007

Contact Wil Martin directly on 01758 61 3212 or 0791 999 0869.

 

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October 16th 2007

 

A very warm welcome awaits the players, officials and supporters of Machynlleth RFC to Parc Bodegroes on Saturday. 

Although we narrowly beat Machynlleth in a pre season friendly once this will be the first ever league fixture between the two Clubs.

We are still very much feeling our way in Division 5 and as was the case in Rhayader last week we do not expect anything other than a battling performance from our visitors today. We have been able to win our opening three matches but the disjointed fixture list and lack of match practice is something we are still coming to terms with. 

The lads will need to be on form today to maintain the encouraging start to the season. They all know that we still need a lot of development to fulfill our potential. This is a very young team and everyone needs to pull together if we are to achieve our goal of Division Four status again. 

For those of you who can bear to watch, the Rugby World Cup Final should be a nail biting affair. Feel free to watch it on the big screen at the Club. At the same time why not try our Polish lager - Mrs. Fay Kibblewhite can testify of the effect it had on her husband!!!! 

Perhaps more importantly we are also hosting an auction to raise money for MacDonald House at The Alder Hey Children’s Hospital in Liverpool. I, like many others involved in the Club have reason to be very grateful for their wonderful work. Tin Tin's nephew is the latest to receive major heart surgery there during September. Rhys was just a fortnight old at the time.It at Tin Tin's request that we have agreed to host this fundraiser. 

Today also sees our Sponsors and Vice Presidents' pre match smoker. It is important that players, of all ages, realise that without their support we would struggle to continue to develop the Club. Lets hope our guests enjoy a few beers and watch an enjoyable match resulting - hopefully -  in a Pwllheli win.

 

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October 8th 2007

 

The First XV are playing away at Rhayader on Saturday. Why not come along and support the team. Transport has been arranged. Bus leaves Bodegroes at 10.00am.

 

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October 4th 2007

 

Pwllheli have been drawn away to Division 3 West team Haverfordwest in the First Round of the Konica Minolta Cup. Haverfordwest are currently in 8th place in the League having won one of the three games played so far this season. The game is to be played on Saturday October 27th 2007.

 

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September 28th 2007

 

Tomorrow's 2nd XV Gwynedd League game at Bala has been cancelled

because of a shortage of referees!

 

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September 26th 2007

 

The Club has been asked to become involved in fundraising for MacDonald House at Alder Hey Children's Hospital, Liverpool.

Local youngsters have been treated there over many years and this is an opportunity for us to give something back.

TRYSTAN RHYS WHELDON HUGHES who was born on September 10th this year has
recently undergone heart surgery at the Hospital and thankfully is doing well.
For his family this has of course been a harrowing and difficult time.

The accomodation provided by MacDonald House has meant that they have been able to stay with Trystan throughout his ordeal. The facility is wholly dependent on public donations and as a family member of one of our players, we have committed to assist in our own small way.

The club will be holding an auction of sporting and other items at the Clubhouse following the Machynlleth match on October 20th.

Amongst the items will be :

A pair of tickets for any of Wales' home 6 nations matches next spring, donated by the Club.

Half a ton of coal from Tanwydd Llithfaen .

Digital phone/camera from Fferyllfa R.J.Jones,Nefyn.

Meal for two with wine at Portmeirion.

Voucher from Karen's Hairdessers.

A cross section of rugby shirts and tops.

Plus an increasing number of other items.

If you can't attend but wish to donate cheques to CLWB RYGBI PWLLHELI please.

Thanks for your support.

All proceeds will go to MacDonald House.

Please come to support and please dig deep. We all know children who have received
lifesaving treatment at this wonderful Hospital.

Further details from Wil Martin on 0791 999 08 69

or

Richard Hughes on 0783 367 2975.

Auction will be followed by the RUGBY World Cup final on the big screen.

Hot food will be available.

 

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September 25th 2007

 

 

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September 21st 2007

The Club has decided not to tour the USA as originally planned at the end of this season. It has now been decided to go on a short haul tour to Slovakia and the Czech Republic in May 2008 with a long haul tour now being planned for 2009.

The initial itinerary will be :

Fly to PRAGUE for two nights with one senior match.

Travel by train to HAVIROV. Stay in OSTRAVA for three nights. Play against HAVIROV on Saturday 17 May 2008.

By train or coach to BRATISLAVA for 2/3 nights where arrangements are in hand for one match.

£50 deposits are now being accepted from players and members of the club.

If this tour is half as enjoyable as the last one it will be a huge success.

 

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September 18th 2007

 

Welshpool are the visitors to Bodegroes for the first ever home game in Division Five North on Saturday afternoon. A warm welcome awaits the players, supporters and officials of both teams. Though our opponents are yet to win a match this season we know them of old and are sure they will be a difficult team to play. We shall certainly not underestimate them.

Our opening game of the season saw us come away from Bangor with a substantial win. Despite this it is clearly a case of work in progress as this new and very young side begin to gel.

Significant changes have taken place since the end of last season. David Martin has taken over as Head Coach with Geraint Parry as Club captain. No fewer than eight of the Clubs' seasoned players are missing this year and you will be presented with a very young team for Saturday's game. This is the future of the Club.

Congratulations to the SEVEN Pwllheli players who represented North Wales under 16s in their hugely significant win over the SCARLETS AT Llanidloes recently. Let’s hope this is a sign of things to come.

Off pitch our infrastructure continues to improve .We have completed a fifty plus meter concreted pathway at the town end of the first XV pitch. We are indebted to First Hydro for their support in improving the facilities.

The old implement shed should also have been replaced before our next home match.

The new annual match programme is available from Saturday. May I take this opportunity to thank all our advertisers and sponsors for their invaluable backing. As always we would urge you all to use their services whenever possible.

Thank you for your continuing support,

Wil Martin.

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September 9th 2007

RUGBY WORLD CUP 2007

September 15th 2007

Wales v Australia

Why not watch the game on the big screen at the Club and savour the atmosphere of this important game. The game kicks off at 2pm so come early to reserve your place.

John Smiths beer  and Fosters lager at £1 a pint!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

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September 6th 2007

 

COWBOIS RHOS BOTWNNOG will be playing at Clwb Rygbi Pwllheli on Friday September 14th - 8pm kick off.

Admission by ticket - £5 each

Available from the Club (01758 613676), Siop Allan Gwallt

or Robin Elias (01766 810 219)

All monies raised will go to the Bryan Davies Appeal Fund. Bryan was seriously injured while playing his last game for Clwb Rygbi'r Bala at the end of last season. Bryan will need special care for the rest of his life.

The COWBOIS will play the gig free of charge. Come and support a very worthy cause and enjoy a good night out at the same time.

 

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September 5th 2007

The 1st XV kick off their season on Saturday with an away fixture against Bangor. The youngsters are rearing to go and are looking forward to the game. The squad will be announced on Thursday night.

Following their comprehensive win at Porthmadog last Saturday the 2nd team entertain Llangefni 2nds this weekend. Arwel Roberts is a welcome returnee after a stint with Caernarfon He scored a debut try and his brother Gethin scored a try and 3 conversions in the match at Port.

The Youth team match away to Colwyn Bay this Saturday has been postponed.

 

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August 22nd 2007

A new scoring system is being introduced for League games as from 1st September.

     4 points for a win

     2 points for a draw

     1 point for 4 or more tries

     1 point for coming within 7 points in a lost game.

     0 points for losing a game by 8+ points and not scoring 4+ tries.

It is hoped the new system - which has been resurrected following its use some 7/8 years ago- will encourage sides to chase tries and make the game more enjoyable for players and supporters alike.

 

The Junior Section have decided to form an Under 7s side for the first time. Contact the Club for details.

 

The First XV rugby posts are in the process of being painted for the first time in seven years.We have been able to undertake the work thanks to the generosity of EasiLift-telephone 0800 180 4282-who provided the hydraulic lift and the paintwork by D.W.Hughes - Painters and decorators - telephone 07828 186 555. We are very grateful to Erhard Nierada of EASILIFT and Dafydd Hughes for their support and sponsorship.

 

                 

 

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August 14th 2007

 

Brilliant news about Elgan Rees Jones following his injury a forthnight ago. Elgan has been home from Hospital since last Friday. He will have to wear a body cast for some weeks but he is mobile. He is in good spirits and no doubt would like to hear from you so why not pay him a visit. The verdict on the injury was a crushed vertebrae but the good news is that it will not affect him in the future in any way.

Tickets for Caffi Basra - Sioe Bara Caws available now from Siop Alan Gwallt a Llên Llýn and the COWBOIS RHOS BOTWNNOG gig on sale by the end of the week.

Why not come and watch the Wales v Argentina game on the big screen at the Club on Saturday afternoon. Food also available.

 

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August 4th 2007

The Club's Annual Dinner and presentation night was delayed until last night due to the Club's tour to Poland and the Czech Republic, but it was well worth waiting for. The Club was full to the brim and everyone had a night to remember. John prepared an excellent meal as usual and we were entertained regally by the guest speaker, Dilwyn Morgan from Bala.

        Awards were presented as follows :

        1st team player of the year - Meilir Hughes

        2nd XV player of the year - Tom Meyerratken

        Youths player of the year - Ifan "Post"

        Most improved player - Matthew Hicks

A special award in appreciation of his services, was presented to Robin Elias following his resignation as 1st team manager after a period of ten years.

"Mentioned in dispatches" was Dilwyn Jones following his devotion to duty and sterling work during the Tour.

Nearly £1000 was collected during the night in aid of the Bryan Davies Appeal Fund. Bryan, the Bala player was seriously injured in his final game for the Club at the end of last season. Many thanks to one and all for the generous contributions towards this worthy cause.

It is obvious that everyone within the Club are pulling together and if effort and commitment is any measure things look very bright indeed looking to the future.

 

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August 1st 2007

 

Elgan Rees Jones was unfortunately injured during the training session last night 31st July. In a complete accident two players collided leaving Elgan with an injury to his "lower back". Paramedics were in attendance and he was taken to Ysbyty Gwynedd. Our best wishes for a speedy recovery goes out to Elgan.

 

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It's important that you lock your doors and keep your daughters safe - Alan Hodgson, the younger and somewhat more boisterous of the Hodgson brothers is back in town, after a pleasingly long break of five years!! Thankfully he is only home for a few weeks, so perhaps you could book your holiday for that time???

In the unlikely event that you would like to see him he will be having a small - a very small - get together at the Club on Friday evening August 10th. Curry will be provided on Alan - though his dad will probably be paying. We'll let you know when he's gone back to Aspen Colorado!!!!!!!

 

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July 28th 2007

Pwllheli have been given a bye in the preliminary round of the Konica Minolta Cup which is due to be played on Saturday September 29th 2007.

 

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July 12th 2007

 

Junior Ladies Rugby.

After a break of some years we are delighted once again to be able to offer training facilities, coaching and backup to junior ladies rugby at the Club.

Training begins on Thursday night September 13th at 6pm.The initial sessions will be undertaken by Wyn Isaac, until the club are able to put their own coaches in place. The intention is to build on the excellent foundation laid down by Ysgol Botwnnog already.Training is open to everyone interested within the Llyn and Eifionydd areas and of Secondary School age range.

Get in touch with Wil Martin for more details via the contact section on this site.

 

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July 11th 2007

The Rugby Committee last night reluctantly accepted the resignation of Robin Elias as First team Manager. During a period of 10 years whilst in the post Robin has made an unique contribution to the development of the Club. He will however be carrying on working with the junior teams. He also remains as Secretary of Pwllheli Sports Club and Assistant Secretary of Pwllheli RFC.

The Club is indebted and extremely grateful to Robin for his dedication and the thorough manner in which he has executed his work over the past years.

In accepting the resignation the Committee have appointed Brian Jones to this important role within the Club.

 

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July 8th 2007

 

WRU Division 5 North fixtures.

 

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July 2nd 2007

September 4th, 5th and 6th 2007

Clwb Chwaraeon Pwllheli

Bodegroes, Efailnewydd

 

Theatr Bara Caws

presenting

new production

 

caffi basra

Tickets on sale at Siop Alan Gwallt and Llên Llýn

£6 each

Make sure you get yours before they sell out.

 

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June 23rd 2007

 

Club members spent their Saturday morning planting trees around the perimeter of the first team pitch. Some areas had not been replenished since the impressive spread of elms was lost some years ago. A mixture of silver birch, mountain ash and cherry trees were planted.

The Club are extremely grateful to Tyddyn Sachau Nurseries, Y Ffor who donated the trees as part of their sponsorship of the Club.

More work needs to be done but this first phase will have a positive visual impact on the Clubs' amenities.

 

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June 20th 2007

Junior Ladies Rugby.

    

The Club is extremely keen to establish a junior ladies rugby side by the start of the 2007/08 season. There is clearly a demand locally for such a team.

The Club will provide all the facilities, pitches, changing rooms, shirts, equipment etc.

But we do need to recruit a suitably qualified coach. We would welcome hearing from anyone who is potentially interested in this role.

Contact David Martin - Head Coach on 07833 536 301 in the first instance.

 

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June 19th 2007

FIRST AID COURSE.

The Club are prepared to arrange a First Aid Course in the near

future assuming enough interest is shown.

Contact the Club for details.

 

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June 17th 2007

 

 

Training session at the Club

Saturday afternoon June 16th.

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