Players, coaches, volunteers, sponsors and supporters gathered to celebrate what has been one of the most successful seasons in the club’s recent history, with awards presented across the First XV, Athletic XV, Colliers and Youth sections.

The evening was expertly hosted by popular comedian Phil Howe, whose humour kept the audience entertained throughout, while guest speakers Bradley Davies and Lou Reed provided excellent insight and plenty of laughter with their stories from the game.

The night provided an opportunity to reflect on a season that saw the First XV enjoy a remarkable campaign in their first season in the WRU Premiership, while the Athletic and Colliers sides both enjoyed trophy-winning and unbeaten league successes.

First XV Awards

The major honours were shared by Sam Tiley, who capped another outstanding season by collecting the Player of the Year, Players’ Player of the Year and the Alex Evans (Supporters Player of the year) awards.

Sam Bixby was recognised for his development throughout the campaign as he collected the Most Improved Player award.

Ollie Wilde’s consistency with the boot saw him finish as the club’s leading points scorer, while Ethan Coombes claimed the Top Try Scorer award after an impressive season in attack.

Player of the Year: Sam Tiley
Players’ Player of the Year: Sam Tiley
Most Improved Player: Sam Bixby
Top Points Scorer: Ollie Wilde
Top Try Scorer: Ethan Coombes
Alex Evans Supporters Player of the Year - Sam Tiley

Athletic XV Awards

Following an unbeaten league campaign and Worthington Mid District Division Five Cup success, the Athletic XV awards reflected another exceptional season.

Efan Jones received the prestigious Tom Owen Award as Players’ Player of the Year, while Scott Bishop was named Player of the Year.

Owen Rix collected the Most Improved Player award, with Owain Cotter recognised as Top Points Scorer and captain Christian Bird named Top Try Scorer.

Tom Owen Award (Players’ Player of the Year): Efan Jones
Player of the Year: Scott Bishop
Most Improved Player: Owen Rix
Top Points Scorer: Owain Cotter
Top Try Scorer: Christian Bird

Colliers Awards

The Colliers also enjoyed a memorable campaign and several awards went to players who had been instrumental throughout the season.

Ethan Forkin completed a clean sweep of the major individual honours, winning both Player of the Year and Players’ Player of the Year.

Rio Sparrow was named Most Improved Player, while Luke Davies finished the season as both Top Points Scorer and Top Try Scorer.

Player of the Year: Ethan Forkin
Players’ Player of the Year: Ethan Forkin
Most Improved Player: Rio Sparrow
Top Points Scorer: Luke Davies
Top Try Scorer: Luke Davies

Youth Awards

The club’s thriving Youth section also recognised a number of standout performers.

Kellan Thomas was named Player of the Year, with Jac Jones receiving the Most Improved Player award.

Alfie John collected the Players’ Player of the Year accolade, while Ioan Leyshon and Samson Philpott finished as Top Points Scorer and Top Try Scorer respectively.

Player of the Year: Kellan Thomas
Players’ Player of the Year: Alfie John
Most Improved Player: Jac Jones
Top Points Scorer: Ioan Leyshon
Top Try Scorer: Samson Philpott

Club Awards

Two special awards rounded off the evening.

The prestigious Clubman of the Year Award was presented to Dale Benjamin in recognition of his outstanding commitment and service to Beddau RFC.

Meanwhile, the Lyn West Award was awarded to Daryll Smith for his significant contribution to the club both off the field.

Clubman of the Year: Dale Benjamin
Lyn West Award: Daryll Smith

As the celebrations continued long into the evening, the event served as a fitting conclusion to a season that has seen success throughout the club. With strong foundations in place across all sections, there is every reason for optimism as Beddau RFC looks forward to the challenges and opportunities that await in 2026/27.