Archived Reports

• 2008/2009 Season

6th March 2010

Heol y Cyw RFC - 21pts
Brecon RFC - 8pts


Heol y Cyw continued their winning run with a hard fought win over a determined Brecon side. The 1st half was fairly even with Cyw going ahead with a penalty from Mike Huckridge after 20 minutes. Just on the half hour a Cyw forward was sin binned and Brecon made their man advantage count with a well taken try on the right to take the lead 5-3. Mike Huckridge restored Cyws lead 5 minutes later with another penalty after a visiting player strayed offside. Half time came with Cyw pressing.

The 2nd half saw Cyw attacking the Brecon line and after a series of 5 meter scrums prop Darren Oram wriggled over for a try. Brecon hit back with a penalty a few minutes later. 11-8 to Cyw. When Cyw won a lineout on halfway their forwards set up a rolling maul which gained 20 meters before scrum half Rhys Owen broke left, fed Adam O'Driscoll who kicked ahead over the try line and while 2 defenders were thinking of minoring the ball, Owen followed up the kick at speed and won the touchdown.

16-8 to Cyw with Brecon needing 2 scores to go back in front. They made a series of attacks but the Cyw defence held firm, weathered the storm and fought their way back into the Brecon half to put the visitors under pressure which paid off right at the end when centre Chris Howe made a brilliant individual break from the 22, beat several defenders and touched down wide on the left. Final score 21-8.

Man of the match for Heol y Cyw was 2nd row Rhys Eskins who worked tirelessly throughout the game. This win extended Cyws unbeaten run in the league to 9 matches with 1 draw and 8 consecutive wins.

27th Febuary 2010

Heol y Cyw RFC - 24pts
Pentyrch RFC - 7pts


Cyw travelled to Pentyrch determined to avenge a home defeat earlier in the Season and took the lead after 5 minutes with a brilliant try from deep in their own half. When Pentyrch had the put in at a scrum 10 yards from the Cyw try line in the left corner it looked dangerous for Cyw but Pentyrch hadn't reckoned with Cyws Hooker, Dean Jones' ability to strike against the head. He duly obliged, No 8 Adam O'Driscoll picked up and made 20 yards over the 22, good support saw the ball reach centre Chris Howe who swapped passes with Alan Bateman down the centre of the field which split the home defence. The final pass reached full back Aled Jones up in support and he crossed for the try. Mike Huckridge converted and Cyw were 7-0 up.

Play was fairly even after this until on 30 minutes Cyw attacked down the centre, the move broke down on Pentyrchs 22 and the home team moved the ball quickly to their left wing who outpaced the Cyw defence down the left touchline to score in the corner. The conversion was successful and the scores were tied 7-7. There was no addition before half time.

The first 15 minutes of the 2nd half saw no addition to the score although Cyw were looking the more likely to score and when a Pentyrch forward was yellow carded they immediately took advantage. From a scrum just inside Pentyrchs half Adam O'Driscoll broke from the back and made good ground before chipping ahead. The home defence was split and Gareth Howells followed up at speed to win the race to the ball and touch down. The conversion from Huckridge went over. 7-14. Heol y Cyw pressure caused Pentyrch to give away a penalty in front which was put over by Huckridge. 7-17.

The visitors began to dominate possession and territory and when Pentyrch put in a speculative kick ahead, Gareth Howells collected and broke through, he was well supported by the forwards and flanker Luke O'Driscoll took the ball 35 yards out and made a determined run to the line. He was held before he could ground the ball but passed back to Dean Jones who was up in support to take the ball and crash over the line. Huckridge converted and minutes later the referee blew for time with Heol y Cyw gaining a very good win.

Man of the match for Heol y Cyw was Captain Adam O'Driscoll who throughout the game carried the ball well and always made it available to team mates up in support.

20th Febuary 2010

Heol y Cyw RFC - 6pts
Llanishen RFC - 0pts


From the kick off Cyw put their hosts under pressure and almost scored after 3 minutes when Allan Bateman was hauled down just short of the try line after a flowing move out of their half. Minutes later Cyw were awarded a penalty in front and Mike Huckridge made no mistake to put the visitors ahead.

Most of the play was taking place between the 22s with Heol y Cyw dominating possession but both defences denying their opposition any scoring chances. It took half an hour before Llanishen made any meaningful inroads into the Cyw 22. Cyw came closest to scoring just before half time when they harried the home backs into mistakes which resulted in a scrum 5.

Unfortunately for Cyw the home hooker struck against the head and the danger was cleared. 2 minutes before half time a yellow card was awarded to Heol y Cyw's No 8 Adam O'Driscoll for a dangerous tackle. Llanishen had a 5 meter lineout from the subsequent penalty but the depleted Cyw pack drove them back and cleared the danger.

The 2nd half followed the first with few chances being created and play taking place mainly in mid field. After 20 minutes Mike Huckridge converted another penalty to double Cyw's lead. Both teams then started playing more expansively and each made several dangerous attacks but both defences stood firm and denied any try scoring opportunities. Full time came with Heol y Cyw deservedly taking the spoils in what was a hard physical encounter.

Man of the match for Heol y Cyw was No 7 Josh O'Driscoll.

30th January 2010

Heol y Cyw RFC - 17pts
Llandaff RFC - 5pts


Llandaff came to Heol y Cyw looking for their first league win of the Season and after a shaky first few minutes began to dominate possession and territory without looking particularly dangerous.

Eventually their pressure told and they scored a try on the left after their forwards drove from a lineout. This seemed to give a wake up call to Heol y Cyw and from the restart they regained the ball, No. 10 Mike Huckridge made a half break and found centre Chris Howe up in support to take a short pass and slice through the Llandaff defence for a try on the left. Huckridge converted and just before half time put over a penalty to make the score 10-5.

For the duration of the 2nd half it was Cyw who gained the majority of the possession and territory but found the visitors defence hard to break down. However, on the half hour, from a lineout on the right 22 the ball reached Huckridge who made a decisive break for the line and despite the attention of 3 defenders manged to reach out and ground the ball on the line for a fine try which he converted. Despite more pressure Cyw were unable to increase their score. Credit should go to the Llandaff defence for keeping the home attackers out.

Man of the match for Heol y Cyw was Mike Huckridge.

23rd January 2010

Heol y Cyw RFC - 40pts
Taffs Well RFC - 0pts


Because to-days opponents in the League were cup tied the fixture was postponed and Cyw pLayed a friendly at Division 4 South East Team, Taffs Well.

Cyw started well and put pressure on their opponents but strong defence kept them out and after 10 minutes Taffs Well came more into the game.

After 25 minutes Cyw took the lead after a line out in the right corner when flanker Josh O'Driscoll dived over. Mike Huckridge converted from wide out. Heol y Cyw then increased their lead with a brilliant try from the drop out and without a Taffs Well player touching the ball.

2nd row, Rhys Eskins, fielded the drop out, linked with his fellow 2nd row, Kyle Lowry, who moved to centre field before slipping the ball to No.

10 Mike Huckridge. He saw that the defence was up flat and chipped over them for Captain, Adam O'Driscoll to win the race for the ball, find Chris Howe to his left who slipped a perfect pass to No. 9, Rhys Owen, making his first appearance since breaking a leg early in the Season. Rhys outstripped the cover to score on the left. The conversion attempt by Huckridge came back off the post. Half time came with Cyw leading 12-0.

The 2nd half saw Cyw dominate their opponents and score tries at regular intervals from Chris Howe after good work by Luke O'Driscoll; Adam O'Driscoll after another chip over the defence by Mike Huckridge; Ashley Dommett after intercepting a pass inside his half and Rhys Davies after excellent handling between forwards and backs from inside their own half. All were converted by Mike Huckridge.

Final Score: Taffs Well RFC 0pts v Heol y Cyw RFC 40pts.

Man of the match was shared between Mike Huckridge and Adam O'Driscoll

2nd January 2010

Heol y Cyw RFC - 14pts
St. Peters RFC - 3pts


In the only match played in their Division because of freezing weather conditions, Heol y Cyw travelled to St Peters determined to avenge a 36-3 drubbing at home earlier in the Season. On a bitterly cold afternoon a late pitch inspection allowed the match to go ahead. From the kick off it was Cyw who gained territory and kept their opponents penned in their half for the first 20 minutes during which time Mike Huckridge put over a penalty to give the visitors the lead.

Wing Ashley Dommett went close to increasing the lead after a flowing move but was stopped just short of the line in the right corner. St Peters then started to come into the game and levelled the scores with a penalty on the half hour. Neither Team was able to increase their scores before half time as the defences were on top.

Shortly after the restart Cyw made a determined break out of their half down the centre of the field. Good support play saw them gain territory inside the St Peters 22 and before the home defence could organise themselves Cyw worked the ball to right wing, Ashley Dommett, who went over in the corner for an unconverted try. No matter how hard they tried St Peters were unable to break down the Cyw defence, superbly marshalled by Alan Bateman and never threatend the try line.

Mike Huckridge punished indiscipline with 2 more penalties to give Cyw a comfortable lead. The smaller visitors pack dominated their hosts in the loose and contained them at the set pieces. As time went by frustration set in for the home players and they gave away several penalties which allowed Cyw to push play back into the home half. When the final whistle blew it was Heol y Cyw who fully deserved their winning start to the New Year.

Man of the match was shared between Mike Huckridge and Luke O'Driscoll.

26th December 2009

Heol y Cyw RFC - 6pts
Pencoed RFC - 6pts

Annual Boxing Day Friendly

Conditions were against open rugby and most of the play was forward dominated with occasional attempts to move the ball along the back lines. Both teams struggled to get on top but it was Cyw who went in front after 10 minutes when Mike Huckridge put over a penalty from wide out on the right. With a greasy ball handling errors from both teams were prominent.

On the half hour Pencoed broke the Cyw defence down the centre and just when it looked as if they would score full back Chris Howe put in a crunching tackle to stop the attack. Shortly after Pencoed drew level with a penalty. This prompted Cyw to lay seige to the Pencoed line in the right hand corner but a resolute defence prevented them from scoring. Half time 3-3.

Early in the 2nd half Cyws hooker, Dean Jones, took a strike against the head but the following attack broke down. The referee then took both Teams off the field to the shelter of the changing rooms because of a tremendous hailstorm. When play resumed after several minutes Cyw continued to press but a late tackle gave Pencoed the chance to go in front with a penalty which they took. 3-6.

When a Pencoed player handled in a ruck a few minutes later Mike Huckridge made no mistake with the penalty to level the score. Despite the best efforts of both Teams no more points were scored and honours ended even which, considering the conditions, was probably a fair result.

12th December 2009

Heol y Cyw RFC - 8pts
Llandaff North RFC - 15pts

SWALEC PLate Competition Round 2

Once Heol y Cyw weathered the early pressure from Llandaff North they slowly worked their way into the visitors half. After 13 minutes they won a scrum on the 22, Kevin Green made ground down the right, drew the defence and put right wing Aled Jones over in the corner. The conversion failed but Cyw were soon back in their opponents half pressing for another score but resolute defence kept them out. On the half hour the scores were level when Llandaff won a scrum just inside their half on the left, the ball was swiflty moved along the back line resulting in a try in the right corner. 5-5.

Just before half time a Cyw player failed to release the ball after a tackle and the subsequent penalty was put over to give the visitors an 8-5 lead at half time.

The 2nd half saw Cyw dominate possession and territory but a combination of good defence, mistakes and giving away penalties at crucial times prevented them from adding to their score. After a series of 5 meter scrums, scrum half, Paul Cooper crossed the visitors line but the referee decided he was held up and hadn't grounded the ball and dissallowed a try.

10 minutes from the end Llandaff won turnover ball just inside their 22 and seconds later, after good work from their backs, they crossed the home line near the posts. The conversion was successful and the game was won 15-8.

Man of the match for Cyw was No. 10 Mike Huckridge.

5th December 2009

Heol y Cyw RFC - 26pts
Treherbert RFC - 0pts

On a heavy pitch and in a constant downpour Heol y Cyw dominated the game from start to finish. It took them just 5 minutes to open the scoring when No 8 Kevin Worgan picked up at the base of a scrum on the home 22 and went on a run to the line and took 3 defenders with him when he crossed for a try which was converted by No. 10 Mike Huckridge.

Cyws' forwards dominated play and linked well with their backs and the lead was soon increased when good ball was won by the forwards, quickly moved along the line to full back, Richard Howells, who entered at speed and outstripped the home defence to touch down for a try again converted by Mike Huckridge.

Another try followed after good work by the centres saw left wing Steve Beasant touch down for an unconverted try. This made the halftime score 19-0 to Cyw.

The 2nd half kicked off in worsening conditions and it was the visitors who remained in control with the home team giving away penalties and making too many handling mistakes. They were unable to break down the Cyw defence and it was no surprise when centre Chris Howe broke down the middle before releasing to Steve Beasant who was stopped just short of the line. He managed to pop a pass to hooker Luke O'Driscoll who was up in support and crashed over in the corner. Mike Huckridge converted with a magnificent kick from the touchline.

This win lifted Cyw to 5th position in the table and their 4 tries earned them a bonus point.

Man of the match was awarded to Luke O'Driscoll.

14th November 2009

Heol y Cyw RFC - 23pts
Aberdare RFC - 16pts

On a day of gale force winds and torrential rain it was a game of which team managed the elements the better would win and with the wind at their backs it was Cyw who took the honours in the 1st half. From the kick off Aberdare gave away a penalty which Mike Huckridge converted. 5 minutes later after a quick tap free kick inside the home half Cyw moved the ball along the line and when it reached centre Ben Thomas he split the defence to touch down near the posts. Huckridge converted and Cyw were leading by 10 - 0.

They continued to press hard in the home half and another penalty saw Huckridge increase the lead. On the half hour Aberdare had a scrum just inside their half. Cyws hooker Dean Jones struck against the head, the ball moved left to Allan Bateman who put wing Ashlet Dommett away, he cut inside but was stopped just short of the line. Scrum half Paul Cooper was on hand to pick up and dive over for a try converted by Huckridge who then added a penalty just before half time. 0-23 to Cyw.

With the wind at their backs Aberdare put pressure on Cyw and reduced the arrears with a penalty and a converted try after 5 minutes. A further penalty made the score 13-23. It was looking ominous for Cyw but they marshalled their defences and time and again prevented the home team from crossing their line although they did manage another penalty to make the score 16-23. Several times Cyws forwards and backs combined to take play into the home 22 but were unable to add to their score.

When the final whistle came Heol y Cyw were the deserved winners. After a poor start to the season Cyw are playing much better and have climbed to 6th in the table.

Man of the match for Cyw was No. 8 Kevin Worgan who had an outstanding game.

14th November 2009

Heol y Cyw RFC 2nds - 23pts
Brackla RFC 2nds - 19pts

Heol y Cyw maintained their unbeaten run in the Bridgend and District League with a hard fought win at Brackla. Playing against the wind in the 1st half they scored 2 tries by Gareth Williams and Gareth Roberts to 2 tries and a conversion from Brackla. During the 2nd half Heol y Cyw dominated possession and territory but couldn't add to their score and were shocked when Brackla broke out of their 22 to score a converted try to increase their lead to 19-10.

With time running out Cyws forwards took control and 2nd row Kevin Green crashed over twice. Dean Maranaraw put over a penalty to make the final score 19-23 to Cyw.

Man of the match for Heol y Cyw was Dean Maranaraw.

31th October 2009
WRU Plate Competition
Heol y Cyw RFC - 26pts
Abercynon RFC - 25pts

With 8 First Team regulars missing through injury Heol y Cyw had to include 5 front row players in their starting lineup at Abercynon in the WRU Plate Competion. With a hooker at No 6 and a prop at No 8 it was feared that our Division 2 East opponents would be too strong.

Our concerns were diminished by the outstanding display by all players during the game including those playing out of position. The opening 25 minutes saw play switch from end to end with Cyw just shading possession and territory and it was no surprise when they went in front with a try after centre Chris Howe burst through the Abercynon defence in mid field. A last ditch tackle prevented him from scoring but flanker Chris John was up in support to take the pass and touch down between the posts. Mike Huckridge converted. 5 minutes later hooker Dean Jones took a strike against the head at a scrum near halfway. No 8 Kevin Worgan made ground into the home half and when the ball was laid back, scrum half Paul Cooper put a perfect chip towards the corner for right wing, Ashley Dommett following up at speed, to win the race to the ball and score in the corner. 12-0 to Cyw.

A mistake from the kick off allowed the home team to score from a penalty and they cut the defecit further on the stroke of half time when their forwards drove over in the corner. Half time Abercynon 8 pts - Heol y Cyw 12pts.

After 10 minutes into the 2nd half Cyw had increased their lead with a penalty from Mike Huckridge and a fine try from makeshift centre, Ben Thomas when he sliced through the home defence on the right. 8-20. Abercynon then got on top for the first time during the game and levelled the scores with 2 tries and a conversion. Not to be outdone Cyw surged back on the attack and when the ball was passed back to Chris Howe 30 meters from goal he sent a drop goal between the posts to restore the lead. Abercynon fought back and their forwards drove a 5 meter lineout for a score in the corner. 25-23.

With time running out Cyw launched attack after attack and when it looked as if they must score with an overlap on the right an Abercynon defender deliberately knocked on. Mike Huckridge calmly sent the subsequent penalty between the posts and the game was won 26-25.

Credit must go to the Heol y Cyw Team for an oustanding display in an open and exciting game for a thoroughly deserved win.

Man of the match for Cyw was shared between centre Chris Howe and prop Darren Oram.

24th October 2009
Heol y Cyw RFC - 17pts
LLandaff North RFC - 7pts

Heol y Cyw continued their improved form to earn their first home league win of the season against Llandaff North in a match influenced by a strong wind and slippery conditions which caused a lot of handling errors. Llandaff North, with the wind at their backs in the first half failed to make use of the conditions and it was the home team who applied most of the pressure with their forwards dominating and going close on several occasions. A feature was the play of Cyw hooker, Dean Jones who took 4 strikes against the head. the match was scoreless until a few minutes before half time when the Cyw forwards won a scrum in midfield, No 8 Adam O'Driscoll made good ground down the centre, he was well supported by his fellow forwards and the ball eventually reached prop Kevin Worgan who crashed through the defence to touch down near the posts. The conversion was put over by Mike Huckridge.

Half time 7-0.

Cyw kicked off with the wind and were shocked when the ball was immediately kicked back into midfield, the strong wind blew the ball back into the Llandaff half, was taken on the bounce by the kicker who had a clear run to the posts for a converted try. 7-7.

Cyw were undaunted and pressurised their visitors into giving away a penalty in front which was kicked by Huckridge 10-7. 5 minutes later scrum half Paul Cooper broke right from a scrum on the 22, dummied his way towards the try line before putting Dean Jones over in the corner. Huckridge converted from the right touchline. 17-7.

Despite continuous pressure for the rest of the match Cyw couldn't add to their score. Credit must go to the visitors defence which kept Cyw out time and again when it seemed they must score.

Man of the match was Dean Jones.

17th October 2009
Heol y Cyw RFC - 22pts
Brecon RFC - 22pts

In bright sunshine Cyw went ahead after 7 minutes when their forwards drove into the home 22 before releasing the ball left, it was switched to the right and reached hooker, Dean Jones, who scored in the corner. Shortly after it was Brecons turn to score on the left after good work from a lineout saw the ball move right and then left for their hooker to take a short pass before diving over. 5-5.

Both teams attacked whenever possible making it an open and exciting game for both sets of supporters but the only additional scores in the 1st half were penalties by the 2 No 10's At half time the score was 8-11 to Cyw who deserved their lead. It was only good defence that prevented them from adding to it.

The 2nd half saw Cyw dominate possession and territory for the first 5 minutes but when Brecon broke out and won a lineout on the left their backs broke through the centre and crossed for a try which was converted. 15-11. Cyw hit back and Mike Huckridge scored from a penalty when a Brecon forward came in from the side and received a yellow card for his efforts.

Soon after Cyw gained a turnover in midfield and Huckridge moved the ball left, the home defence was broken and wing Richard Howells went over in the corner. 15-19. With time running out Cyw looked to have done enough for a win but when a stray kick ahead was fielded by the dangerous Brecon right wing on his 22 he ran back at Cyw, beat several men before moving the ball inside where it was taken on and over the line for a fine try which was converted. 22-19.

Cyw were determined not to lose another close game but when they pressurised the home team in the left corner a large fight broke out resulting in their captain receiving a red card. Amazingly no sanctions were applied by the referee to the home team. A minute later Cyw were awarded a penalty on the left just outside the 22 and Mike Huckridge calmly sent the ball between the posts to end the match all square which was probably a fair result.

Man of the match for Cyw was prop Kevin Worgan.

17th October 2009
Heol y Cyw RFC 2nds - 78pts
Bryncethin RFC 2nds - 5pts

Cyw completely dominated the game from start to finish scoring 41 points without reply by half time. 14 tries were scored with 4 conversions. Man of the match for Cyw was shared between Chris John (3 tries) and Luke Hicks (2 tries and 3 cons) Nine other players crossed for tries with Rhys Pearce getting the other conversion.

To their credit Bryncethin never gave up and managed to get on the scoresheet with an unconverted try.

Heol y Cyw now have a 100% record in the league winning all their 4 games.

10th October 2009
Heol y Cyw RFC - 17pts
Llanishen RFC - 18pts

Heol y Cyw found themselves 12 - 0 down within 15 minutes when mistakes in midfield which were exploited by Llanishen saw the visitors score 2 tries and 1 conversion. Although Cyw dominated possession and territory through their forwards it was Llanishen who increased their lead just before half time with a penalty. Half time 0-15.

The 2nd half began with Cyw taking the game to their opponents but good defence keeping them out. After 15 minutes an off the ball incident saw 1 forward from each side sin binned. Cyw continued their pressure and when they were awarded a penalty 10 meters out Josh O'Driscoll took a quick tap, dummied to pass inside and dived over the line. The conversion was put over by Adam O'Driscoll. 7-15.

Cyw now began to dominate play although the visitors backs always looked dangerous on the counter attack. When Cyw gave away a penalty inside their half it was converted by Llanishen. 7-18. 10 minutes later Llanishen had the put in at a scrum inside the Cyw half. It was disrupted and when the ball came back on their side it was moved left to full back Chris Howe who entered the line at speed and broke through the defence before passing left to Aled Jones who crossed in the corner. The conversion failed 12-18.

Llanishen now defended desperately to keep the home team out but on the stroke of time from a 5 meter scrum the ball reached right winger Richard Howells who squeezed in at the corner. 17-8.

With everything depending on the conversion Adam O'Driscoll struck the ball towards the posts and unfortunately for Cyw it just missed on the right. Final Score 17-18.

Man of the match for Cyw was 2nd row Kyle Lowry.

10th October 2009
Heol y Cyw RFC 2nds- 17pts
Ogmore Vale RFC 2nds - 15pts

In this re-arranged league fixture Cyw started off the better and dominated the 1st half scoring 3 tries through Ricky Owen (2) and Paul Murrell. Luke Hicks converted one. Half time 17-3. Ogmore Vale came into the game in the 2nd half and crossed for 2 tries with 1 conversion. 17-15.

Try as they might Cyw could not add to their half time score but determined defence made sure they reached full time as the winners.

Man of the Match for Cyw was Full back Paul Richards.

3rd October 2009
Heol y Cyw RFC - 12pts
Llandaff RFC - 0pts

Heol y Cyw gained their 2nd league win of the Season at Llandaff. From the kick off Cyw made inroads into the Llandaff half and when they took a lineout 15 metres from the home line on the left the forwards set up a rolling maul which ended in a try for Kevin Worgan in the 2nd minute.

The following half hour saw both teams trying to play open rugby in difficult conditions with strong wind and showers. Cyw were the better team but the score remaind the same until just before half time when Cyw ran from their own half, a chip through put Llandaff in all sorts of trouble and scrum half Aled Jones harrassed the opposition into a series of mistakes which enabled Darren Oram to pick up and dive over the line for a try converted by Craig Beasant.

Half Time 0-12

Cyw applied early pressure in the 2nd half but failed to convert it into points. One move saw the forwards set up a series of drives which took them from their own half to 5 meters from Llandaffs try line but the move broke down just when it seemed they must score. Llandaff threw the ball around in desperate attempts to break through but the Cyw defence kept them out and eventually ran out as deserved winners by 12pts to 0pts.

Man of the Match for Cyw was full back Damien Hicks

26th September 2009
Heol y Cyw RFC - 20pts
Pentyrch RFC - 30pts

Cyw put their opponents under pressure from the kick off but a mistake on their throw in at a lineout on the right gave the visitors the opportunity to break out of their 22 which they did with good effect with a flowing move resulting in a converted try. From the drop out Pentyrch offended and Mike Huckridge put over a penalty to reduce the defecit. Cyw then started to gain control through their forwards and after 25 minutes Chris Howe picked up a loose ball on the left and outstripped the defence to touch down for an opportunist try to put Cyw in front. 3 minutes later a Cyw forward gave away a penalty following a kick and chase which Pentyrch converted to regain the lead at 10-8. When Cyw lost another lineout on halfway, the dangerous Pentyrch backs worked the ball to the right corner before moving it left for a good try.

Cyw immediately hit back and when they took a lineout on the visitors 22 the forwards set up a drive which resulted in prop Andrew Cooper crashing over for a try converted by Mike Huckridge. 15-15. From the drop out Cyw gave away a penalty which Pentyrch converted and on the stroke of half time they went further in front with another try.

Half time Cyw 15pts Pentyrch 23pts.

During the 2nd half Cyw dominated possession and territory with their forwards pounding the visitors line and Pentyrch defending manfully. Despite all the pressure it took 35 minutes for Cyw to score with a push over try from a 5mtr scrum on the left by Craig Beasant. Just when it looked as if Cyw could win the game they gave it away from the drop out when a series of mistakes allowed Pentyrch to kick through and win the race to the touch down. The conversion went over and Cyw had lost 20 - 30. In a match which was dominated by the Cyw forwards it was the classier away backs who settled matters.

Man of the match for Heol y Cyw was prop Darren Oram.
19th September 2009
Heol y Cyw RFC - 13pts
Fairwater RFC - 3pts

In bright sunshine Heol y Cyw suffered the loss of their No 10, Gareth Howe in the first minute with a broken leg, adding to their long injury list so early in the Season. Undaunted they took the game to their opponents and dominated possession and territory during the 1st half but were unable to break through a determined Fairwater defence. Play was frequently interrupted by the referees whistle as both teams regularly gave away penalties. Half time arrived with Cyw leading by 6pts to 3pts through 2 penalties from Craig Beasant.

The 2nd half followed the 1st with Cyw dominating play and after 15 minutes increased their lead after winning a lineout just inside the home 22 on the right. The Cyw forwards set up a series of drives infield until they reached the home line and 2nd row Rhys Eskins crashed over under the posts. Craig Beasant converted to make the score 13 - 3. Fairwater then came more into the game but strong defence kept them out until the final whistle giving Cyw a deserved and first win of the Season.

Man of the match for Cyw was Rhys Eskins.

Man of the match for Cyw Aled Jones.
12th September 2009
Heol y Cyw RFC - 3pts
St. Peters RFC - 36pts

Heol y Cyw entertained St Peters from Cardiff on a warm sunny September afternoon more suited to cricket than rugby, and from the start the visitors showed their intentions with some good handling movements which were carried out at great speed. Cyw with a hastily re arranged back row covered well for the first quarter of the game and had a few opportunities themselves. Wing Rhys Owen collected the ball deep inside his own half and seemed to be clear of the defence to run in unopposed only to be called back with a very late decision by the touch judge.

Some tired tackling cost Cyw two tries one of which was converted, before outside half Gareth Howe converted a penalty to keep Cyw in the game 12-3 down at the interval.

Heol y Cyw came out in the second half to try and play their typical expansive game, but the larger and heavier opponents had other ideas, and disrupted Cyw's flow at every opportunity. Winger Aled Jones was put clear by Gareth Howe to run in for a try from 70 metres only to see a last gasp fingertip tackle knock the ball from his hands at the tryline. Injuries to both captain Adam O'Driscoll, and wing Rhys Owen impacted on Cyw's focus and a further two tries were scored by St Peters before their No 8 was sent off for fighting, and another of their players should have been red carded for a blatant head but on Cyw outside half Howe which was seen by everyone watching but not the referee. St Peters won comfortably in the end and secured a winning bonus point.

Man of the match for Cyw was centre Steve Beasant who covered the field with some excellent defence work and ferocious tackling, and seemed to be the only Cyw player to cope with the heat and conditions.

Man of the match for Cyw Aled Jones.
5th September 2009
Heol y Cyw RFC - 23pts
Tylorstown RFC - 26pts

Heol y Cyw travelled to Tylorstown for their first league game this season, with an optimistic outlook following last season's successful campaign. Cyw started very brightly with an exceptional break by wing Rhys Owen only thwarted by some serious tackling which forced him in touch 5 metres from the try line. Both sides made frequent early season mistakes and conceded penalties. Cyw were awarded a penalty wide out which outside half Gareth Howe duly converted with a magnificent kick, to give them an early lead which they desperately needed and deserved. A second penalty was again converted by the on form Howe to the delight of the travelling supporters.Wing Aled Jones made several weaving runs and gained many metres for Cyw.

An injury to second row forward Wayne Howe disrupted Cyw's pattern, but his replacement Kyle Lowry soon made his mark on the game with some solid tackles and clean lineout ball for the Cyw backs to attack with. Gareth Howe converted another two penalties for Cyw to stretch their lead before Tylorstown converted one of their own, and were then awarded a controversial penalty try whilst still 15 metre from Cyw's tryline, this was easily converted.

Cyw immediately replied with a 40metre surging run by full back Richard Howells, who was stopped with a high tackle, Cyw recycled the ball back to outside half Howe who threw an amazingly long pass missing out both centres to find enthusiastic prop forward Kevin Worgan clear on the left wing to score wide out in the corner for an early try of the season. Howe sent a majestic conversion sailing through the posts to claim the extra points and reclaim the lead. Shortly before half time Tylorstown were awarded and converted another penalty to level the score 16 -16 at the interval.

Cyw started well in the second half but soon lost their inspirational captain Adam O'Driscoll through injury, which led to an impromptu pack reshuffle and his brothers and fellow forwards Luke and Josh noticeably stepped up their own games with some tremendous tackling and well timed powerful runs. Cyw kept up the extreme pressure throughout the early part of the second half and a further try was scored by fullback Richard Howells and converted by Gareth Howe to tilt the game back into Cyw's favour. Tylorstown stormed back after the restart and kept inching towards Cyw's line until they were eventually rewarded with a converted pushover try.

Cyw now threw everything into attack and long range drop goal attempts to tie the scores by outside half Howe and scrum half Paul Cooper were unsuccessful. A penalty conceded by Tylorstown in the last minute silenced the crowd and outside half Howe struck the ball sweetly towards the posts only to see it strike an upright and rebound into play whereby it was cleared off the pitch by the defence to allow the referee to blow the final whistle and deny Cyw at least a share of the points.

Man of the match for Cyw Aled Jones.
29th April 2009
Heol y Cyw RFC - 36pts
Cefn Coed RFC - 3pts

The last game of the Season saw Heol y Cyw travel to Cefn Coed and come away with a comfortable win to cement their promotion to Division 3. From the kick off Cyw put pressure on their opponents and after 20 minutes were leading 19-3 with 3 tries from Paul Cooper and Rhys Owen (2), with Gareth Howe converting two. Cefn Coed replied with a penalty. Cyw moved the ball at every opportunity but failed to add to their score before half time.

The 2nd half saw Cyw attack at every opportunity with Cefn defending well. THe visitors forwards linked well with their backs and 3 more tries were scored by Gareth Witts, Adam O'Driscoll and Richard Howells with one conversion by Gareth Howe making the final score 36-3. One of the highlights of the 2nd half was the return to the pitch with 25 minutes left of Club Captain, Chris Howe, who suffered a serious injury and major operation earlier this year. It was good to see you back Chris and you showed you have lost none of your skills, determination and enthusiasm for the game.

Man of the match for Heol y Cyw was Rhys Davies.










6th March 2010

Heol y Cyw RFC - 29pts
Maesteg Quinns RFC - 13pts

After a poor 1st half Cyw were behind 6-5 with the Quinns scoring 2 penalties to Cyws try from Richard Howells. The 2nd half was completely different, Cyw found their form and dominated play with tries coming from Wayne Howe, Gareth Howe and Matthew Ridge. Gareth Howe put over 3 conversions and a penalty with the Quinns score coming from a penalty try and conversion near the end.

Man of the match for Heol y Cyw was Dean Roberts.

30th January 2010

Heol y Cyw RFC - 32pts
Brackla RFC - 8pts

Cyw Seconds entertained Brackla at Home in their last scheduled league match of the Season although there are 3 matches to be re-arranged. A close 1st half saw Cyw reach half time leading by 15pts to 8pts scoring 2 tries by Leon Evans and Dean Roberts with one conversion and a penalty to 1 try and a penalty to Brackla.

Heol y Cyw dominated the 2nd half and scored further tries by Kevin Green, Gareth Williams and Paul Howe with one conversion.

Man of the match for Cyw was Wayne Howe but Chris John deserves a mention for his tackling, also Andrew Ward who made light of his advancing years with an energetic display.

19th September 2009
Heol y Cyw RFC - 56pts
Maesteg Celtic - 0pts

Cyw entertained Maesteg Celtic at home in a league fixture and completely overwhelmed their opponents with an excellent display of open running rugby eventually winning 56 - 0 with tries from Kevin Green (3); G. Williams (3); A. Dommit; A. Jones; M. Ridge and W. Howe. Ridge converted 3.

Man of the match for Cyw was Kevin Green.

2nd May 2009
Heol y Cyw RFC - 27pts
Wick RFC - 20pts

Mid Glamorgan District Rugby Union
Inuagural Barrie Morris Memorial Plate

In memory of the former long serving Secretary and Treasurer of the District who sadly passed away earlier this year, Heol y Cyw 2nds and Wick contested the Memorial Plate at Llanharan in a close and exciting game which was a curtain raiser to the District Cup Final.

Heol y Cyw opened the scoring after 5 minutes with a move out of their own half which ended in Ben Thomas touching down for a fine try converted by Dean Roberts. Wick hit back immediately when Mike Jones crossed under the posts. D. Powell converted to level the scores. 7- 7. Penalties were exchanged to give Wick a 13-10 lead until just before half time when Damien Hicks fielded a kick inside his own half and went on a strong run, beating several players, before the ball was worked left to Aaron Pinches who crossed in the corner to make the score 15-13 to Cyw at the break.

Cyw scored first in the 2nd half when full back Lyndon Elward entered the line on the left, after good work by Ben Thomas and Gareth Witts, to touch down for a try which he converted. 22-13. Wick hit back and were awarded a penalty try, converted by Powell to make the score 22- 20 With 10 minutes left Cyw increased their lead after winning a scrum on the Wick 22, the ball was moved right but quickly switched left, wrongfooting the Wick defence for substitute Richard Howells to ghost through a gap for an unconverted try. Wick desperately fought back but the Cyw defence held firm to win the game 27-10.

Man of the match for Heol y Cyw was Damien Hicks.