It promises to be another busy Saturday of rugby for Beddau RFC, with four sides preparing for action across the region as the Green and Golds look to build momentum in their respective competitions.

The First XV return to Mount Pleasant Park for an eagerly anticipated Community Premiership encounter with old Mid District rivals Bargoed, while the Athletic XV welcome Tondu Athletic to Yorkdale. The Colliers XV are on the road to Mountain Ash Athletic in the CCC League, and the Under 17s head to Llanishen for a midday friendly.

First XV look to bounce back against Bargoed

Beddau v Bargoed
Admiral Community Premiership
Mount Pleasant Park | Kick-off 2.30pm

After a difficult afternoon at The Wern last weekend, Beddau’s First XV will be determined to return to winning ways when Bargoed visit Mount Pleasant Park.

Lee Davies’ side suffered a 40–0 defeat against reigning champions Merthyr, despite enjoying the better of the opening quarter. The hosts eventually demonstrated their quality with an impressive performance that left Beddau with plenty to reflect upon.

The result followed an excellent 47–12 home victory over previously unbeaten Narberth, and the Green and Golds will be hoping to rediscover the attacking confidence and determination that helped them make such an encouraging start to the campaign.

Saturday’s visitors Bargoed are familiar opponents, with the two clubs having enjoyed numerous memorable battles over the years. There will also be some familiar faces among the visiting party, with former Beddau coach Matthew Rees now part of the Bargoed coaching team alongside head coach Aled James and director of rugby Jeremy Rogers.

The visitors have enjoyed a great start to the season with four wins from their opening four games against Ystrad Rhondda, Llanelli Wanderers, Bonymaen and Cross Keys which has seen them shoot up to third in the Premiership table.

For Beddau, the focus will be on producing a positive response in front of their home supporters and securing another important league victory.

Athletic XV aim to maintain winning form

Beddau Athletic v Tondu Athletic
WRU Division Five East Central
Yorkdale | Kick-off 2.30pm

The Athletic XV return to league action full of confidence following their excellent 22–14 away victory over Caerau Ely last Saturday.

Tries from Owain Cotter, Travis Warhurst and Harri Jones, together with two conversions from Warhurst and a penalty from Cotter, secured another encouraging result for the side.

The Athletic have enjoyed some impressive performances during the opening weeks of the season, including their emphatic 78–0 victory over Old Penarthians, and will have to show more of that form if they are going to lower the colours of Tondu this weekend.

The visitors also have a 100% record this season and sit top of Division Five East Central after three bonus points wins against Old Penarthians, Llandaff North and Brackla.

Colliers face Mountain Ash challenge

Mountain Ash Athletic v Beddau Colliers
CCC League
Parc Dyffryn Pennar | Kick-off 2.30pm

Beddau Colliers continue their CCC League campaign with an away fixture against Mountain Ash Athletic at Parc Dyffryn Pennar.

The Colliers have made a promising start to the competition, recording victories over Llandaff, Abercynon, Aberdare and Llantrisant during the opening weeks.

Those four wins have taken the green and golds to the top of the CCC league a position where they will be hoping to stay.

Saturday’s trip though presents another big test against familiar Mid District opposition, with the Old Firm always a formidable outfit on their own patch.

The hosts have started their campaign with a big win over Llandaff and a tight loss against Nelson last weekend.

Young Green and Golds travel to Llanishen

Llanishen v Beddau Under 17s
Friendly
Llanishen 3G | Kick-off 2.30pm

Beddau’s talented young squad travel to Llanishen for a friendly fixture as the coaching team look to give game time to their large squad.

The under 17s recently visited Canton and put on an encouraging display and will be hoping to do the same this weekend as they continue their development.

A FULL WEEKEND OF RUGBY AND ENTERTAINMENT AT BEDDAU RFC

The rugby action doesn’t stop when the final whistles blow on Saturday afternoon, with plenty happening at the clubhouse throughout the weekend.

All live sport will be shown at the clubhouse throughout Saturday and Sunday, making it the perfect place to catch the latest sporting action, enjoy a drink and spend time with fellow supporters.

On Saturday evening, there will also be live entertainment in the lounge from 7pm, providing the perfect opportunity for players, supporters, families and friends to come together after another busy day of rugby.

Good Luck to Our Mini and Junior Stars!

The weekend’s rugby continues on Sunday as Beddau’s Mini and Junior sections take to the field for their respective fixtures.

Our Mini and Junior teams are a hugely important part of Beddau RFC, representing the future of the Green and Golds, and we wish every player, coach and volunteer the very best of luck in their games.

A huge thank you also goes to the parents, families and supporters who give up their time every weekend to support our youngest players.