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Newcastle Emlyn
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ewcastle Emlyn RFC came into the season with the target of stabilising themselves in their new league.
However as the campaign draws to a close they find themselves in with a real chance of claiming the title with
the small matter of the SWALEC WRU Plate Final on Sunday 3rd May as well. Secretary Chris Jones took the
time to give us an insight into what has been behind their success.
He told us, “I have been involved with the club
since its creation in 1977, in fact I was the person
who called the Public Meeting to see if there
was an interest in the forming of a rugby club
in this part of the Teifi Valley. I was appointed
secretary at that meeting and have held that post
ever since.
“Now that I have retired from playing the most
challenging aspects of my role are ensuring
that everything is in place for the benefit of the
players, coaches and members when it comes
to match days. The most rewarding aspect is
always to hear or see that all three Senior sides
i.e. 1st & 2nd XV and Youth, have won on a
Saturday.
“The season is heading towards a fantastic climax
and could be the best season we have ever had.
We’re in the final of the WRU SWALEC Plate
competition and are 5 points behind the leaders
but with 2 games in hand in the league. Our 2nd
XV have won their League and are in the semifinal of their Cup competition.
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