Last weekend the First XV entertained Pontardawe RFC in their first pre-season warm up match; Pontardawe will be playing in WRU Division 4 West Central in the coming season, with Pembroke in a parallel level in Div 4 West A. With the pitch in marvellous condition and the weather fair, both squads were able to express themselves fully in what turned out to be a very competitive match, The lovely conditions allowed both squads to enjoy a full run out to test themselves and their game plans after weeks of conditioning. Pembroke ran out worthy winners and the coaches were well pleased with the overall performance and those of their four debutants.
The new First XV kit for the season has been generously sponsored by the following, Woodenbale 2000, Cresselly Arms, CFS Ltd, Milford Haven Chiropractic Clinic and Sealand Ltd (Pembroke).
Future pre-season fixtures for the club’s squads include, First XV Aug 16 at home to a Milford Development squad, Friday Aug 22 Narberth Athletic away in Rd 1 of the Pembs KO Cup Ko 7pm, Aug 30 Tonyrefail home KO 2.30pm; Panthers play Tycroes away Aug 17; Youth play Llangwm home Aug 22 and away Aug 29 KOs 7pm.
The First XV open their League season at home to PD Quins on Sept 13 KO 2.30pm, whilst Panthers play Newcastle Emlyn home on Sept 14 KO 2.30pm and Youth play Neyland away Sept 6 KO 2.30pm.
Lloyd Davies will Captain the First XV again this season, whilst the Panthers new skipper is Jamie Dufresnoy-John (with Vices Megan Cole and Sophie James) and the Youth will be lead by skipper Callum Edwards with Lewis Dennison as his Vice.
Presently, Panthers Head Coach Dale Humphrey, who secured one of the very few places available each season, is being supported by the club to complete his WRU Level 3 coaching award and we all wish him every success as he works through this demanding process.
The thriving Junior section, which has all age groups operating again this season are very keen to get their seasons started in the coming weeks. The Directors and Management Committee are extremely grateful to the many volunteers and the many sponsors, who give so much to ensure this very important section of the club operates so efficiently and effectively.
The very popular Friday evening social rugby sessions continue until the end of September, with U16s between 5.30-6.30pm and seniors 6.30-7.30pm. Players of all ages, abilities and newcomers to the game are welcome to participate. The equally popular Thursday coffee mornings between 10am and midday welcome all who wish to come along.
