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Scarlets' Taine Plumtree Aims To Take A Bite Out Of The Old Man When He Faces Sharks

There will be a very special father and son reunion in the United Rugby Championship this weekend as John and Taine Plumtree find themselves in opposing camps. If things had worked out differently, they could have been together at the Hollywoodbets Sharks as coach John was keen to bring his boy over to Durban from New Zealand. But Taine, who was born in Swansea while his dad was coaching there, opted to go down the Wales route, joining the Scarlets from the Blues Super Rugby side.

Toby Booth . . . Pumped And Primed As Welsh Rugby's Only Success Story

Toby Booth
When Toby Booth was once asked if he felt pressure as a regional rugby coach in Wales, he responded: “Pressure? Pressure’s for tyres! “What I have is a fantastic opportunity.” These days Booth is fully pumped and primed as the biggest – some might say the only – success story in the Welsh game.

Mark Williams Leaves Doubts Over Crucible Return After First Round Defeat

Mark Williams admitted he does not know whether he has played his last World Snooker Championship match after he suffered a dramatic 10-9 defeat to Si Jiahui in the first round. The Welsh three-times champion was knocked out at the opening stage in an epic clash as Si continued his love affair with the Crucible by following up last year’s surprise run to the semi-finals. While Si will face Jak Jones in the second round, Williams confessed he did not know whether a return to the Crucible is on the cards but appeared to rule out immediate retirement.

Wales Star Neco Williams Facing FA Action After Blast At Officials

Neco Williams could be in hot water with the FA after comments he made following Nottingham Forest’s controversial 2-0 defeat to Everton. The Wales defender has been asked by the FA to explain remarks he made after the match on Sunday which appeared to suggest officials were biased in favour of the top clubs.

Cardiff City And Perry Ng . . . The Possible Options For The Bluebirds’ Best Player This Season

Pery Ng Cardiff City
Perry Ng has been one of the few Cardiff City consistent success stories this season, during a campaign that has had plenty of ups and downs. Before last weekend’s 2-1 home victory over Southampton, Bluebirds manager Erol Bulut confirmed that a number of other clubs had enquired about the availability of Ng ahead of the summer transfer window.

Ellis Jenkins Plans One Last Cardiff Arms Park Goodbye

Ellis Jenkins Cardiff
Ellis Jenkins is determined to bow out with one more match at Cardiff Arms Park before he brings down the curtain on an illustrious career. The Wales international has confirmed he will retire at the end of the season after worsening knee problems.

Wales Netball Land Title Sponsor For National League

Wales Netball National League
Wales Netball have secured a new title sponsor for their National League, which will now be known as the FleetEV National League. It’s a significant step for the revamped domestic competition which is only in its second year.

Paragolfer Wheelchair Backed To Transform Disabled Golf In South Wales

Paragolfer
Golf is opening up to disabled people across Wales thanks to a new all-terrain wheelchair that raises players to a safe standing position. The “Paragolfer” lifts and supports the user over the ball, allowing the golfer to make a safe swing and connect with the ball.

Welsh Prospect James Ashfield Following In Footsteps Of Golfing Giants

Welsh golfer James Ashfield has won the European Nations Cup in Sotogrande, following in the footsteps of players such as Rory McIlroy and Sergio Garcia.

You’re The Future . . . Cian Ashford Tipped For Big Things By Cardiff City Clubmate

Cian Ashford Cardiff City
Cardiff City’s match-winning teenager Cian Ashford has been described as “the future of the club” by teammate Famara Diedhiou. The high praise came after Ashford scored a brilliant winner for the Bluebirds at the weekend as they beat Southampton, 2-1 at the Cardiff City Stadium.

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Newport Rocked By Series Of Blunders On Away Day

Cambridge United 0, Newport County 0 Newport County earned an away point at Cambridge United in the face of adversity. They were rocks by a series of problems before battling to a goalless draw. Blow number one: Ordered pre-match food was not delivered and the team coach had to stop at Reading Services... Read More

Newport County Aiming To Be In Seventh Heaven

Manager Michael Flynn has warned his Newport County players, staying: “Beware a Cambridge United backlash.” County have won all of their last six meetings against the U’s to a combined goals aggregate of 17-5, including Jamille Matt and Padraig Amond both firing four against Cambridge in 2018-19. Can they make it seven... Read More

Newport Upbeat Thanks To Work Of Defensive Unit

Newport County are keeping things tight in their quest to make a late dash to snatch a League Two play-off slot. The Exiles are five points away from seventh place with six matches left and their remarkable defensive record is keeping hopes alive. Goalkeeper Joe Day has conceded only one goal in... Read More

Di-Amond Padraig Leads Newport Charge In Cup

Padraig Amond led the charge at Cambridge United and Newport County manager Michael Flynn  said: “It was an absolutely outstanding performance.” The Exiles won 4-1 in the Carabao Cup tie and earned their place in Thursday’s second round alongside Premier League clubs. County will be in the South section - and could... Read More

Former Bluebirds Forde Dithers And Newport Hit Winner

Former Cardiff City goalkeeper David Forde played a key role in Newport County’s winner at the Abbey Stadium in Cambridge. The teams were locked on 1-1 in the League Two clash going into overtime when County’s Matty Dolan lifted a free-kick into the penalty area. Forde dithered, failed to catch and finally... Read More