Dragons V Gowerton (Home)

We had a good flowing game of rugby today. Gowerton were great. The first half was closely contested but Goweton won convincingly in the second part of the game. We had too many basic handling errors today, did not commit to the ruck and lost easy ball in open play. These are areas that we need to improve upon in training. That said there were also some fantastic moments of play from the Dragons. Well done to Rhys and Dexter who were awarded Player and Tacker of the week.

Dragons V Swansea Uplands (Away)

We had a tough away fixture at Swansea Uplands. The Dragons dominated the first 10 minutes. A couple of trys from Uplands and some decisions that went against us left the Dragons with their heads down. We need to show more spirit and determination than this. There were some good individual performances from the Dragons. Sam was fantastic and Lewis brave after suffering a kick behind his ear. Player of the week was awarded to Dexter who looks like he had his teeth whitened for the occasion!

Dragons V Dunvant (Home)

A close game against Dunvant at home. They won after we let in a couple of soft trys towards the end of the first half. The Dragons fought back and dominated the second half. Well done Dragons. Sam won player of the week. Jack was awarded tackler of the week.

Mixed game with the Mumbles Predators (Under 11's) in Bishopston

Mumbles Mini's teams had a gap in their fixtures so we joined the Predators and had a mixed game. The Dragons coped really well with new rules and bigger players. Thank you Jon and his team. Our boys had a great time and learnt a lot. We would like to do this again. Rhys was awarded tackler of the week.

Dragons V Fall Bay (Away).

A close game in glorious sunshine. Reggie and Luca are awarded joint player of the week. Max gets the tackler of the week trophy.

Dragons V Reading and Loughor. 10 May. Underhill Park.

Sorry for the delay posting the pictures. We had a fantastic end to our rugby season as we played Loughor and Reading. We payed 4 games in Underhill park in awful weather! We just managed to fit our pitches between the pools of standing water. Thank you so much to all the parents, players and coaches for your understanding and enthusiasm. The highlight for me was the England V Wales game at the end. I was a little disappointed to hear "swing low sweet chariots" being sung by our English friends! After the game we all went back to our club house where Reading showed us how to tour in style. The boys all wore white shirts, club ties and international caps! The drinking games were great fun! A joint return tour to Reading with our friends from Loughor is on the cards. Thanks again everyone. Mark.

Dragons V South Gower (Away) 27/04/14.

We played South Gower today at their ground today. We introduced some of next years rules so that the boys can get used to contested tackles. Next year a ruck can be formed after a tackle is made. This allows teams to battle for possession of the ball. Thank you to Rhidian for refereeing the game and coaching both teams. The Dragons played really well. Nigel, Mal and I were really proud. Well done boys. Our captain this week was Rhidian. The tackle of the week trophy was awarded to Rhys. Lewis won player of the week. Thank you "Stuffy the Dragon", Ffion and Holly who presented the awards! Mark.

Dragons V New Dock Stars (Away). 13/04/14

We played the New Dock Stars on Sunday. They made us feel very welcome at their fantastic ground (I am very envious!). The rugby was great with both teams playing well. The Dragons played their first game without one of the coaches on the pitch to help; although Mal and I could not help shoting instructions! The Dragons were fantstic and we were really proud of the boys this week. Reggie was awarded player of the week. He played really well and is growing in confidence. Well done Dragons you were all brilliant! Mark.