Under 13's fixtures 2009-2010.
Date Team Home/Away
September
6 CRICKHOWELL HOME
13 TALYWAIN AWAY
20 BARGOED AWAY
27 CWMBRAN HOME
October
4 MONMOUTH AWAY
11 CALDICOT HOME
18 ST JOES HOME
25 CRUMLIN HOME
November
1 PONTYPRIDD AWAY
8 RTB EBBW VALE HOME
15 PENNALTA HOME
22 MACHEN AWAY
29 NPT STEELERS HOME
December
6 CROESY HOME
13 CAERLEON AWAY
20 NHSOB AWAY
27 Christmas
January
3 CWMBRAN AWAY
10 CRICKHOWELL AWAY
17 TALYWAIN HOME
24 BARGOED HOME
31 MONMOUTH HOME
February
7 CRUMLIN AWAY
14 PONTYPRIDD HOME
21 ST JOES AWAY
28 MACHEN HOME
March
7 CALDICOT AWAY
14 NPT STEELERS AWAY
21 CROESY AWAY
28 RTB EBBW VALE AWAY
April
4 NHSOB HOME
11
18 CAERLEON HOME
25 On tour
May
2
9
16
23
30
New Panteg U-13s hosted a strong Cwmbran team at the Polo Grounds and lost a thrilling game 33-5.
Cwmbran centre Scott Lewis was the architect of a biased opening period which resulted in 2 tries for himself, and one for Matthew Jones. Ryan Doughty added the extras to give the visitors a deserved 19-0 lead after only 15 minutes.
For the remainder of the first half Cwmbran’s attacking flair was only being matched by New Panteg’s strong defence, led by Will Butt, Joel Knight, Lewis Redw ood and especially Will Harry, and the scoreboard remained untroubled until the break.
The home team started the second half with confidence following their efforts to stem the tide in the first half. A move created by Adam Malsom resulted in a downfield kick from Cairan Prior that was chased and beautifully caught by centre Tai Hoemchen. His try gave the New Panteg boys further encouragement, and more importantly, points on the board.
To their credit both teams created a period of skillful rugby where attacking flair was matched by defensive bravery. It wasn’t long though until Cwmbran were able to retake the ascendency when dynamic flanker Tom Hopkins extended his team’s lead with a try converted by Doughty.
The final try of the game came when outstanding centre capped a man of the match performance with a virtuoso try, also converted by the reliable Doughty.
New Panteg U-13s played their first away match of the season and faced a typically powerful Talywain team.
The physically bigger Talywain boys asserted their stature on the visitors and whilst the Panteg defence held firm for long periods their try line was eventually breached when outside half Kyle James opened the scoring.
A second try soon followed from wing Will Davies, and Davies must have thought Christmas had come 15 weeks early when from the resultant kick-off he was gifted a clear run to the try line to give his team a 15-0 lead.
Continual attacks were met with solid defence from the Panteg boys, Will Harry demonstrated bravery with a strong, head-on tackle against a must larger opponent. However, despite their defensive efforts the home team soon added to their score when scrum half Jack Rogers gave his team a 20-0 interval advantage.
The second half started in much the same vain, but the visitors started to apply their own pressure through forwards Sam Hurford and Jamie Williams, with scrum half Adam Malsom causing havoc he was able to release his backs which resulted in a try for strong centre Tom Holvey.
This gave the visitors the impetus they needed to play their own game and confidence began to grow. Hard work by flanker Dalton Smith allowed Ethan Winstone to release flanker Tai Hoemchen on a customary long run to the try line.
This was not going to be enough and the home team held out for a deserved 20-10 victory
New Panteg opened their U-13 season with a match against a competitive Crickhowell team. Early season rustiness effected early play but recent recruit Tom Holvey made the perfect start to his debut when he scored the opening try of the season for the home team.
The opening score helped both teams settle and the visitors were an equal match to their hosts despite falling further behind when outstanding flanker Tai Hoemchen extended the home team’s lead with a try which second row Ben Henson converted.
Crickhowell were always in with a shout with sniping scrum half Harry Summers and pacey outside half Dylan Thomas causing disruption in the Panteg defence.
However, the home team demonstrated as much tenacity in defence, as attack, when Matthew Bowles showed great determination to nullify one attack with a defensive, touch-line tackle many senior professionals would be proud of.
The second half saw the Panteg youngsters attack the Crickhowell try line ; Cameron Allcock was held up just short of the line, however, he soon made amends when he made a lovely break to release Jonny Munro for his first score of the season in the corner.
Crickhowell were still competing in all aspects of the game and powerful forwards Richard Roberts and Daniel Hurdley provided a platform for their team mates to compete on an equal footing.
This was matched by the work ethic of Panteg forwards Liam Bailey and Jamie Williams who allowed fellow forward Tai Hoemchen to break away and score his second try of the match, Henson added the extras.
The visitors still weren’t going to give up and a great run by Richard Roberts set up a deserved, consolation score for flanker Lewis Tucker to close the match out 24-5.
New Panteg U-12s hosted their festival of rugby on May Day Bank Holiday Monday and came 2nd in a tournament they had a realistic chance of winn ing. In their opening match they faced a strong team from Newport Steelers and won 10 – 0 with tries from George Collins and Matthew Bowles. The game was an open affair and the 13 a-side format allowed New Panteg to utilize their pace with Tai Hoemchen and Cameron Allcock excelling in their new centre partnership. Wings Matthew Grantham and Jonny Munro were the main beneficiaries with a number of meandering runs. Up front Liam Bailey, Ben Henson and Joel Knight continued their excellent form providing plenty of possession for their backs to use.
Next match was against local rivals Croesyceiliog who provided a typically stern challenge to their hosts. An opening try by George Collins was equalled when the excellent Conner Edwards scored from long range. However, the Panteg boys were determined to maintain their winning form and excellent work by Dalton Smith, Ethan Winstone and Sammi Hurford allowed Collins to secure a 10-5 victory for his team with his second of the game.
The third match against an improving Caldicot team was a close encounter with the visitors working hard to secure their first w in of the tournament. Panteg were made to battle for everything and in attack and defence. Cairan Prior again matched his side’s attacking flair with some excellent tackles and Jamie Williams continued his progress with a huge amount of hard work in the pack. Their efforts were rewarded when wing William Harry scored after a strong run by Jack Beckinsale, the match winning try being scored by the irrepressible George Collins.
Their fourth, and final match was against a very strong Bedwas team who were also unbeaten. A recent defeat at Bedwas added2 0an incentive to the home team’s aspiration of winning their own tournament. A close first half remained scoreless despite the efforts of both teams. Panteg showed some signs of tiredness but the efforts of young players like Lewis Redwood, Aarran Griffiths and Jack Thompson kept them in the game.
A try by speedy fullback Conner Jones Groves was enough to turn the game against the hosts and Bedwas secured a deserved victory 15-0 and were eventual victors of an exciting tournament.
The players, coaches, parents and physio of New Panteg U-12 would like to thank all those who took part in the day’s events and for providing a great festival of rugby.
2007/2008 Season.
St Anne's Hospice Tournament report.
New Panteg U11’S finished their season off in style by winning the St Anne’s Hospice rugby tournament. On the way to lifting the trophy Panteg had to play local rivals Croesyceiliog this proved to be the closest encounter of the day with Adam Malson scoring an equalising try and both sides sharing the points, next up was Caldicot and a comfortable win by 4 tries to nil with the touch downs coming from Ethan Winstone, George Collins, Dalton Smith and Rob James, saw Panteg go into their final game against Cwmbran needing a win to claim the title. The game started at a frantic pace and early pressure from Panteg saw newly appointed captain for next season George Collins open the scoring with a typical side stepping run, next to score was live wire scrum half Adam Malson who was quickly followed over the whitewash by Cameron Allcock . Malson then claimed his second darting over from a 5m scrum, a late rally by Cwmbran saw Ryan Chere score a well deserved consolation try. Credit must be given to every single player in the Panteg squad for their commitment in attack and defence during the games which allowed Collins to lift the cup.
The club would also like to congratulate George Collins on his highly successful season which not only saw him play and captain his school and club side but also represent Pontypool schools, Gwent schools and finally get a full East Wales cap to add to his B cap from last year. He also, was a member of the Pontypool schools touring squad along with Matthew Bowles and Ethan Winstone who won the Udine U11’s tournament in Italy the previous week.
New Panteg U/11's end season in style.
New Panteg U-11s celebrated their end of season awards evening with a game of touch rugby against their fathers. Heavily outnumbered, the dads dominated early possession and powerful centre Mark Hurford outstripped the defence for a deserved opening try. Continued pressure by the dads saw speedy wing Andrew Knight extend the lead with a long range effort. The first half was marred when dads’ scrum half Robert Harry was sin binned for an innocuous ankle tap on Adam Malsom and sent to the touchline by referee (and wife) Tracey Harry for an enforced 5 minute break.
The second half saw the boys take advantage of the dads’ fading energy levels when Ethan Winstone and then Henry Khoury brought the scores level. The dads soon found their second wind and Andrew Knight scored his second to recover the lead.
Continued pressure and sweet handling skills by Steve Allcock and Andy Winstone brought a try for Simon Bowles opening up a strong lead for the dads. The dads were now on top and centre Steve Munro set off on a long run only to deliberately run himself into touch to avoid a tackle from the intimidating presence of George Collins.
This brought renewed vigour to the youngsters. Forwards Joel Knight, Matthew Bowles and Jack Beckinsale made inroads into the weakening dads defence and backs Matthew Grantham and Cai Prior fed Tim Beckinsale who scored to bring the score to 20-15. The referee immediately brought the game to a close and the dads were able to savour a richly deserved victory.
The evening ceremony saw both players and parents presented with awards as recognition of their efforts during the 2007/8 season:-
Playing Record: - P 29, W 20, D 4, L 5, Points For 625, Points Against 428
Player Awards:-
Players Player of the year – Liam Bailey
Most Improved Player – Matthew Bowles
Clubman of the Year – Rob James
Most Promising Player – Adam Malsom
Club Loyalty Awards – Ethan Winstone, William Harry, Adam Malsom
Most Appearances 2007/8 – Rob James, Lewis Redwood
Top Try Scorer – George Collins (31)
Parent Recognition Awards:-
Best Supporter – Steve Munro
Events Manager – Tracey Knight
Press Officer – Robert Harry
Pitch Shoveler – Steve Munro
First Aid – Jo Hurford
Kit Laundry & Coach Support – Sian Bowles, Karen Winstone
Over the past couple of weekends New Panteg U-11s have had 2 very exciting encounters. Firstly against Abergavenny where an early season defeat was avenged by 33 – 28. Both teams showed commitment with New Panteg’s efforts well marshalled by scrum half Ethan Winstone, with strong defensive contributions from William Harry and Jonathan Munro. Tries by George Collins (2), Matthew Bowles, Liam Bailey and Adam Malsom, converted by Rob James saw the home team secure a deserved victory. Last Sunday they visited a powerful Pontypool Utd and suffered a 35-10 reverse despite a huge forward effort led by Jack Beckinsale, Sam Hurford and Dafydd Hayward. Tries were scored by promising newcomer Tai and Joel Knight.
TOUR REPORT New Panteg U-11s ventured into the West Country for a tournament at Chew Valley Rugby Club where they played 3 matches against physically larger opposition. First match v Plymstock resulted in a 10-0 defeat despite a gallant forward effort especially from Adam Malsom who defied his smaller size with a fully committed display. The 2nd match against hosts Chew Valley ended scoreless although both sides showed an attacking desire with wings Henry Koury and Matthew Grantham showing their paces. The final game against Cheddar RFC resulted in a deserved victory 10 – 0 with tries from George Collins and Adam Malsom. Matches played on Sunday 2nd March 2008
New Panteg U11's played host to local rivals Talywain on Sunday 02/03/08 and narrowly lost an enthralling encounter by two points. Talywain started the stronger using their much bigger pack to keep panteg pinned in their own half, scoring two tries in the process and going into the half time break leading by 14 points to nil. Panteg then started to play some good rugby and two George Collins tries and a Rob James convertion put the home side back in the hunt. A scrum on the Talywain 22 saw Panteg scrum half, Ethan Winstone, break the defensive line and run in unapposed to put his side in the lead, George Collins adding the conversion. Panteg then failed to clear the ball in their own 22 and Talywain pounced to score the winning try and conversion, securing a slender victory by 21 points to 19.
Matches played on Sunday 09/03/08
Under 11's
Caldicot Match Review
New Panteg U11's travelled to Caldicot on a sunny but cold Sunday morning to take on a relatively inexperienced U11's team. It was a very open game over the 4 quarters that were played, with New Panteg running and passing well in an expansive first quarter. With such sustained pressure, it wasn't long before the scoring was opened following a typically probing run by George Collins. Good recycling work led to Panteg's second try as Matthew Grantham snuck over in the corner, who quickly doubled his tally by scoring another impressive try following a lineout steal by Liam Bailey. Following good clear out work and numerous turnovers, George Collins scored his second to make it 3 tries to nil at the end of the 1st quarter.
The 2nd quarter followed in much the same vein with Panteg controlling the game through impressive back play being made possible from a solid platform in the forwards. George Collins completed his hat trick and Jack Beckinsdale powered over after good ripping in the maul led to his break-out try. After an impressive run by Cameron Allcock which saw him almost score, Adam Malson was on hand to finish off the move with a well taken try.
The 3rd quarter started with good runningfrom both teams, with Caldicot never giving up in the face of prolonged possesionfrom Panteg. Panteg's forwards drove and rucked well throughout the game which led to Liam Bailey breaking free and storming over the line for his first try. Rob James shared the spoils in this quarter with a well worked try from the backswith assertive running and good ball-handling skills leading to his try.
The 4th quarter carried on the rout with Adam Malson crossing for his 2nd try of the day after an impressive build up through multiple phases. Rob James also scored his 2nd of the day through strong running and George Collins scored another 2 impressive tries to seal the victory.