With second-placed Merthyr RFC and third-placed Pontypridd RFC both recording wins, the pressure remains firmly on the three Clubs as the season builds towards a thrilling conclusion.

Beddau made a bright start and opened the scoring through an excellent attacking move. Centre Ioan Leyshon sparked the attack with a sharp break before linking well with Ollie Wilde, who showed great footwork to glide over under the posts. Wilde added the extras to give the visitors an early advantage.

Narberth responded with two penalties to stay in touch, but Beddau soon reasserted control. A powerful driving lineout saw hooker Joe Page crash over for the second try, with Wilde again converting.

The visitors’ momentum continued as scrum-half Callaghan Smith produced a moment of brilliance, darting down the blindside, beating a couple of defenders, and finishing under the posts. Wilde maintained his perfect record from the tee to stretch the lead.

Narberth added another penalty, but Beddau had the final say of the half. On the stroke of half-time, another well-executed driving lineout resulted in flanker Sam Gibson touching down to secure the bonus point.

Half-time: Narberth 9 – 26 Beddau

The hosts came out strongly after the break and reduced the deficit with a well-worked kick-and-chase try, which was converted.

Beddau responded in emphatic fashion. From the base of a dominant scrum, Lewis Jones picked up and powered over under the posts, with Wilde once again converting.

Jones added his second try shortly after, finishing off a flowing move initiated by a superb break from returning substitute Sam Edwards, who showed great vision to release his teammate. Wilde’s conversion capped another clinical attacking phase.

Narberth had the final say with a late converted try, but the result was never in doubt as Beddau saw out a deserved victory.

Full-time: Narberth 23 – 40 Beddau

Ollie Wilde was deservedly named New Culture Coffee Shop Player of the Match, delivering an outstanding all-round performance, including a flawless display from the kicking tee.

There were also impressive contributions from youngsters Tom Christopher and Ioan Leyshon, while it was a welcome sight to see Sam Edwards and Ethan Coombes return from injury off the bench.

Attention now turns to a huge derby clash next weekend, as Beddau host Pontypridd RFC at Mount Pleasant Park in what promises to be a defining fixture in the title race.

Beddau Athletic were crowned champions of WRU Division Six East Central in emphatic fashion as they produced a dominant performance to defeat Kenfig Hill Athletic 70–7 at Mount Pleasant Park.

Knowing a bonus point victory would secure the title, the hosts delivered a ruthless display from the outset, combining power, pace, and precision to overwhelm their opponents.

Beddau wasted no time asserting control, running in a flurry of first-half tries. Hemi Barnes opened the scoring before Ieuan Williams added to the tally. Christian Bird and Dan Rees both crossed as the momentum continued to build, while Efan Jones and prop Luke Jones also powered over to complete a devastating opening period.

Fly-half Owain Cotter was in excellent form from the tee, calmly slotting five conversions to cap a near-perfect first-half display.

Kenfig Hill did manage to get on the scoresheet with a converted try, but Beddau’s dominance was clear as they headed into the break with a commanding advantage.

Half-time: Beddau Athletic 40 – 7 Kenfig Hill Athletic

The second half followed a similar pattern, with Beddau continuing to play with confidence and attacking intent. Alfie Egan crossed twice to further extend the lead, while Gerwyn Powell and Caelum Cox also got in on the act.

Christian Bird rounded off the scoring with his second try of the afternoon, underlining a standout individual performance in an already impressive team display.

Full-time: Beddau Athletic 70 – 7 Kenfig Hill Athletic

This comprehensive victory not only secured the league title but also highlighted the strength and depth within the Athletic squad, who have been consistent performers throughout the campaign.

Huge congratulations go to everyone involved with Beddau Athletic on a fantastic season. Attention now turns to finishing the campaign on a high, with a Mid District Cup final still to come.

Beddau Under 17s were beaten 35–12 by a strong Pontyclun side in their latest Cardiff Rugby Under 17s Group Fixture, but there were plenty of positives to take from an encouraging performance.

Having faced the same opposition just a couple of months ago, the improvement shown by the Beddau squad was clear, with coaches Matthew Smith and Mike Neale particularly pleased with the progress made both individually and collectively.

Pontyclun proved clinical in key moments and were able to build a lead through a combination of strong forward play and effective finishing, but Beddau continued to compete throughout and showed resilience against a well-drilled outfit.

Beddau’s efforts were rewarded with two well-earned tries. Tom Parker crossed for the first, while Iwan Hargreaves added the second, both scores reflecting the attacking intent the side showed during the game. Leon Howe added a conversion to round off the scoring for the visitors.

Despite the final scoreline, the performance marked a step forward for the young side, who demonstrated improved structure, determination, and confidence compared to their previous meeting with Pontyclun.

With continued development and commitment, this group is clearly moving in the right direction, and performances like this will stand them in good stead for the remainder of the campaign.

Several of our mini and junior teams were in action on Sunday and again put on some excellent performances. Well done to everyone again.