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#RedAndBlacks
#earlyinthemorning
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GOT 'EM! With grateful thanks to our wonderful community and the diligence of
@DyfedPowys
we are delighted that four individuals have been duly apprehended, arrested and are detained in custody. We are so grateful for everyone's support and empathy. THANK YOU - DIOLCH ๐ดโซ๏ธ๐
Great send off for Anthony Maynard at Athletic Park. Lots of emotion & lots of laughs. Despite the weather, despite the virus a large congregation assembled to pay tribute to a thoroughly good man. RIP Anthony.
Following the success of the roll out of flu vaccinations, at our clubhouse for around 2,500 Furnace House Surgery patients last October, we are delighted to once more offer our premises to Furnace House Surgery. Covid-19 jabs for over 80's will commence next Monday 18th Jan. ๐
It is with great sadness that we hear of the passing of former club back rower & later committee member, Anthony Maynard. He passed away today after battling a long illness. Our thoughts & heartfelt sympathies go to Sian & sons Tom, Scott and Jack at this time. RIP Anthony ๐ดโซ๏ธ
Congratulations to
@KenOwens1088
who is set to win his 75th cap against Ireland on Saturday. Appropriate as we celebrate our 75th anniversary this season!
Amdani Ken boi ๐ค ๐ด๓ ง๓ ข๓ ท๓ ฌ๓ ณ๓ ฟ๐ดโซ๏ธ๐
#gumshield
We are devastated to hear of the sudden sad passing today of former player Hugh Phillips, aged 54. Our heartfelt condolences are extended to his wife Andrea, children Charlotte & Thomas, also to his dear mother and brothers Byron, Malcolm & Meurig. RIP dear Hugh
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Our grateful thanks to
@RileySports
for sending these photos through to us. Coach Maynard and a shot with son Scott and team mate Callum Evans. ๐ดโซ๏ธ
#memories
Massive congratulations to
@KenOwens1088
on being selected for
@WelshRugbyUnion
for his 80th Cap! A remarkable and memorable milestone. Good luck Ken and all the boys on Saturday. ๐ด๓ ง๓ ข๓ ท๓ ฌ๓ ณ๓ ฟ๐๐๐๐
A 'monumental' effort is needed to secure the Grand Slam tonight. If anyone can - it's ๐ด๓ ง๓ ข๓ ท๓ ฌ๓ ณ๓ ฟ๐
Good luck boys, bring it home. Pob Lwc Cymru ๐
Huge congratulations to
@KenOwens1088
on his 90th cap for Wales and for his first victory as Captain of his Country. A tough match as anticipated but a resilient performance by the boys. Llongyfyrchiadau!
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Great photo of Anthony Maynard with his three sons, Tom, Scott & Jack at the end of an Athletic match circa 1995/6/7.
Thanks to Tom for sending it to us, it now features on:
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One for the archive! Club Secretary
@royboysaxman
captures a great pic for posterity. Dad Steve joins his sons Morgan & Joe Morse on the field for the Druids yesterday. And so, it continues........ ๐ดโซ๏ธ๐
It has been suggested by the players, that when full contact training resumes, that the person/s responsible for the damages be invited along to participate. Full appreciation of their actions can then be shown by the boys. ๐คฌ
Absolutely 'over the moon' to be presented these boots by world rugby record cap holder, the Prince of Wales himself: ALUN WYN JONES. The boots (worn in last Saturday's thriller in Paris) will soon be proudly displayed amongst our famous museum collection.
Diolch Alun Wyn! ๐ด๓ ง๓ ข๓ ท๓ ฌ๓ ณ๓ ฟ
We are deeply saddened to hear of the sudden passing of Sian Axford, aged 48. Beloved wife of Junior Section Vice-Chairman Richard, and devoted loving mother of Carwyn & Tomos. All our thoughts & love are with the family at this most difficult time. RIP dear Sian. โค๏ธ๐ค
Wow! what an honour for our Ken - he will give it everything he's got, no question about that. We are overwhelmed by his achievements ๐ค ๐ฆ๐ดโซ๏ธ
Gibraltar Rugby's stunning new ground with views of North Africa and Spain across the Mediterranean. We will play at this beautiful venue on our 75th Anniversary tour next May.
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We wish life member & former captain Roy Bergiers a speedy recovery after undergoing knee replacement surgery. As President of Carm & Dist. Schools, he was delighted that the U15s have reached the final of the Morgan Griffiths Plate final at Principality Stadium.
#tonic
#fillip
Today we remember former player & coach and
@LlanelliRFC
legendary prop CHARLIE THOMAS. 264 Games for the Scarlets in ten seasons at the top, 1973-1983.
A good friend taken too soon, on this day 2015. RIP Big Man
Our very best wishes go to Ryan Elias, who gets married later today in the Vale of Glamorgan. He weds his childhood sweetheart Meg after their original date was postponed due to Covid restrictions. Have a fantastic day and a wonderful future together. ๐พ๐ฉโโค๏ธโ๐โ๐จ
We are delighted to confirm the appointments of our new senior coaching team. A warm welcome is extended to MIKE KING (Head Coach) & GARETH REES (Forwards Coach). They commence duties in pre 2019-2020 season training. Best of luck to both - enjoy! ๐ดโซ๏ธ๐
Immensely proud of this young man!
From Five Fields to Parc y Scarlets - from Eden Park to Cape Town Stadium. He always gives of his best!
Pob lwc gyda gweddill y daith Ken ๐ดโซ๏ธ๐ด๓ ง๓ ข๓ ท๓ ฌ๓ ณ๓ ฟ๐ฆ๐ค
#flyingtheflag
Congratulations to all players selected for
@lionsofficial
with a special mention to two former players:
@KenOwens1088
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@JoshAdams951
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THAT'S MY BOY! ๐ค
Club President Delme Owens shares the delight of all at the Athletic on the news that Ken has been appointed Wales Captain. Fully deserved as his consistent form shows. Llongyfarchiadau Sheriff ๐ด๓ ง๓ ข๓ ท๓ ฌ๓ ณ๓ ฟ๐
It doesn't get better than this! Ken Owens' commemorative 250th Scarlets Appearance shirt. Securely gripped for safe keeping by his dad Delme. What an achievement and good luck today against the Dragons at Rodney Parade.
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So proud to have two hookers in the
@WelshRugbyUnion
squad at
@rugbyworldcup
in Japan.
@KenOwens1088
and
@RyanJElias
have done the club & town proud, and we wish both every success in the tournament and for the future.
Pob lwc! ๐ดโซ๏ธ๐๐ด๓ ง๓ ข๓ ท๓ ฌ๓ ณ๓ ฟ๐๐
Born this day 1987, former Junior & Youth player &
@WelshRugbyUnion
&
@lionsofficial
hooker KENNETH JAMES OWENS. 77 Wales/2 Lions caps to date. Scored three tries for his country. Captain of
@scarlets_rugby
for a 7th consecutive season. Penblwydd Hapus Ken!
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Delighted that
@javansebastian
has secured a new contract agreement with
@scarlets_rugby
. Very proud of our former junior, youth & 1st XV player who has been outstanding & deserving of the faith shown in him. Congratulations & keep it up Jav! ๐๐
So sad to hear of the passing of Welsh iconic full back JPR Williams. 55 Welsh caps, three times Grand Slam winner and 8 tests for the Lions in 1971 & 1974. He was also Junior Wimbledon Champion in 1966. RIP John.
Delighted to have a pair of his boots in our collection.
With all the furore surrounding the Picton Monument in Carmarthen, it's always sensible to have a plan 'B'. Our commissioned design would please the majority, after all he IS the Sheriff!
Thanks to
@Rufio99
scale visual which will be submitted to the planning dept. ๐ค ๐expand pic
A wonderful send off for our Huw today. St Peter's packed to the rafters paying their final respects to one of the best. Lovely tributes by former Club team mates Wyn Evans & Ian Stone and Huw's work colleagues at the Welsh Ambulance Service. The warmth & humour was evident. x
Congratulations to
@CarmAthletic
hooker
@RHODERS123
on his selection for
@WelshRugbyUnion
18s 2 week tour of South Africa. The squad depart on Sunday to play
@Springboks
Juniors twice plus France. Good Luck ๐ดโซ๏ธ๐๐ด๓ ง๓ ข๓ ท๓ ฌ๓ ณ๓ ฟ๐ฟ๐ฆ๐ซ๐ท๐
Cherished memories ๐
Pictured with Charlotte, Andrea & Thomas at the Annual Christmas Eve function at the Club last year.
RIP dear Huw - you will be sorely missed by so many.
HUGE thanks to everyone at
@AllWalesSport
for providing a first class, prompt results service once again this rugby season. Early results are always a great discussion stimulus in cluhouses throughout Wales on a Sat afternoon. Diolch yn fawr i chi gyd am gwasanaeth ardderchog ๐
Your on a pint a try at the club Ken boi (Shame that we're closed at the moment!) They are 'in' for you Sheriff ๐ป
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THE KINGS OF ATHLETIC! Brothers Rhodri & Ryan King make representative appearances. Hooker Rhodri won his 2nd cap for Wales U18 against England U18 yesterday, & flanker Ryan will captain
@scarlets_rugby
U16 vs Scotland U16 on Monday. A proud time for the King family & club ๐ดโซ๏ธ๐
The Red & Blacks line up to pay a minute of respectful silence in memory of one of our own, Huw Phillips. Thanks also to
@Mumbles_RFC
and both sets of supporters for the respect shown. Diolch
Thanks to
@SueBows
for the pic.
Devastating news of the sudden passing of Peter Williams. Talented all round sportsman Pete 'Bach' was a regular at Athletic Park proudly watching his son Zac playing for the Juniors/Youth. Our thoughts are with his family and friends and all at
@rfc_kidwelly
at this sad time.
On this day in 1977, the darkest cloud descended upon us.
We sadly lost Howard Parry, Brian Jenkins, Phil Davies & Benny Lewis in a tragic accident on Nantycaws hill. Forty three years have passed but they will never be forgotten.
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Another fine performance by
@RyanJElias
and many congratulations for scoring two tries ๐๐๐
Well done 'Mwsh' & Wales ๐ด๓ ง๓ ข๓ ท๓ ฌ๓ ณ๓ ฟ๐
It's been three years since we lost this young man in a tragic road accident. Our thoughts today are with Peter, Sarah & Tom Cobain. RIP dear Daniel โค๏ธ๐ค
Forever in our thoughts.
A very happy retirement to the Sheriff. A stellar career in the game. Wales' most capped hooker with 91 caps, 5 test appearances for the Lions on 2 tours and a Barbarian. Captain of the Scarlets for 7 successive seasons, Captain of Wales & the Lions. Enjoy life Ken.
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Just received very the sad news that former Club Dragons XV (3rd Team) Captain Andrew Knight, has passed away (aged 61), in his sleep while on a visit to Portugal with friends. Our heartfelt condolences are conveyed to Kim and the family at this difficult time. RIP dear Andrew.
St Peter's Church filled to capacity and over spilled with people outside also paying respects. A lovely send off for Andrew 'Manzed' Knight today. Sleep well dear friend, you will be sorely missed. RIP ๐๐ค๐ด๓ ง๓ ข๓ ท๓ ฌ๓ ณ๓ ฟ๐
It has been a horrendous & desperately sad six week period for our Club. In that time, we have lost six beloved friends. Today was the first opportunity to pay our respects. Our thanks to
@NantgaredigRFC
, our boys and the large attendance for the respect shown.
Diolch o galon!
Devastating news of the tragic passing of a young man taken far too early. Our heartfelt condolences are conveyed to the family of former junior, youth & senior player Paul Rees (27). His sudden & tragic passing last night at Glangwili is a great shock to all. RIP dear Paul โค๏ธ๐ค
Three of the best!
Former players Javan Sebastian, Ryan Elias & Ken Owens pictured after yesterday's
@scarlets_rugby
26-45 win over
@CheetahsRugby
in Parma, Italy.
The trio continue to make their families, our town & our Club extremely proud. ๐ดโซ๏ธ๐๐
WRU National Plate Champions 2023-2024!
Congratulations to Athletic Youth on a great performance. Thanks to Bargoed Youth for a tough competitive match.
@CarmAthletic
Youth 34
@Bargoedrfc
Youth 22
Athletic yw y gorau! ๐ดโซ๏ธ๐๐Did us proud lads!
Born this day 1950, Life Member & former Captain ROY BERGIERS. 11
@WelshRugbyUnion
caps (2 tries), 10 appearances for
@lionsofficial
1974 undefeated tour. Try scorer in
@LlanelliRFC
's 9-3 defeat of
@AllBlacks
in 1972. An absolute gentleman - Happy Birthday Budgie!
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Mum, dad & sis are so proud of this young man
@RyanJElias
His grandad Peter, former chairman of the club, looks on approvingly (top right in framed photo).
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Tomorrow - we give a fond farewell to Sian Axford.
Funeral Service, 10.30 am, Priordy Chapel, Priory Street
followed by a Private Family Service at Llanelli Crematorium. Friends are invited to gather at the Athletic Club from 12 noon.
RIP dear Sian. โค๏ธ๐ค
Large gathering at Llanelli Crematorium this morning to bid a fond farewell to Peter (Pete Bach) Williams. Pleasing to see a large representation from the Club along with our Youth players who showed support for Zac. Every respect to a great all round sportsman & gentleman. RIP
Great to see three
@scarlets_rugby
& former Athletic boys at Glangwili Hospital yesterday.
@javansebastian
@dinky_jones
&
@WillBoyde
popped in to Cilgerran Ward to spread some Xmas cheer for the kids. Well done boys, you're an absolute credit to your profession. ๐๐ ๐๐๐
We are devastated to announce the sad passing of life long loyal Club servant Roy Davies, aged 80. He died peacefully at home last night. An active committee member for many years, always with a smile. Our heartfelt condolences conveyed to daughter Karen & family. RIP Roy ๐ดโซ๏ธ
Absolutely delighted to receive
@JonFoxDavies
boots today. The ๐ฆof the 2017 series in New Zealand and 81
@WelshRugbyUnion
caps to date. His boots will join his brother
@cubbyboi
's Rio Olympics Team GB boots in our famous display.
Diolch Cadno! ๐ ๐ดScarlets Legend.
Devastating news this morning. Former player Stuart Herbert and his dear wife Maggie tragically lost their lives in a car accident in Kenya yesterday. Our heartfelt sympathies & thoughts are with his sons Nick & Tom and the entire family at this sad time ๐
Happy belated 80th Birthday to our Life Member, the legendary Delme Thomas, BEM. A magnificent player and leader of men. First played for Athletic in 1964, two years before he embarked on the first of his three tours for the British & Irish Lions. Penblwydd Hapus Del ๐พ
The funeral arrangements of Huw Phillips have been confirmed as follows:
Friday 31st March at St Peter's Church, 12.30 pm followed by cremation at Narberth. Friends & family are cordially invited to share memories at a reception to be held at the Athletic Club. RIP dear Huw ๐๐ค
Very sad to announce that former player Paul Clarke passed away in hospital earlier today. Aged 72, he had been diagnosed with covid-19 which led to further health complications. Our thoughts and condolences are with his family at this sad time. RIP Paul.
Today's Youth boys became the third generation of Athletic youngsters to proudly raise aloft a National Trophy at the home of Welsh Rugby.
1993 Cup Winners, 2013 Cup Winners, 2024 Plate Winners. In addition, the
#RedAndBlacks
were also runners-up in the Cup Final 2012. ๐ดโซ๏ธ๐
Congratulations to
@lionsofficial
players selected for the pre-tour friendly vs Japan on Saturday. Special good wishes go to former Club Youth players:
@KenOwens1088
and
@JoshAdams951
Good luck boys!
Congratulations to all players selected for
@lionsofficial
squad in the first test versus
@Springboks
at Cape Town on Saturday. Our special good luck wishes go to
@KenOwens1088
Pob lwc i ti Ken boi! ๐ฟ๐ฆ๐ฆ๐ค ๐
It is with profound sadness that we announce the passing last night of former captain & hooker Mike Thomas. He had battled a long illness with typical courage. We extend our condolences to Moira, Justin, Giles & James and their respective families at this difficult time. RIPMike
We send our best wishes for a speedy recovery to Druids prop Will Rowberry who had emergency surgery last night. Will sustained a crush injury leading to compartment syndrome in yesterday's game
@NantgaredigRFC
. He will remain in hospital for skin graft procedure. Get well soon!
Today's the day when
@KenOwens1088
equals the all time appearance record of 60 caps for a hooker in a
@WelshRugbyUnion
shirt. Current record holder
@mathew_rees_2
is sure to be delighted for Ken. Good luck & enjoy this very special occasion. ๐ค ๐ด๓ ง๓ ข๓ ท๓ ฌ๓ ณ๓ ฟ๐ฟ๐ฆ๐ Proud is an under statement!
Delighted that this young man is home to roost. Powerful back rower Joel James has re signed for the club after spells with Newcastle Emlyn & Llanelli.
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Happy birthday to
@KenOwens1088
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A great ambassador for our club, our town, our region and our country! ๐ด๓ ง๓ ข๓ ท๓ ฌ๓ ณ๓ ฟ
Looking forward to seeing you at the club tomorrow Ken. Longyfyrchiadau Sheriff! ๐ค
Disappointed & dejected! but this man & his team will bounce back and get stronger.
@scarlets_rugby
have been a breath of fresh air this season and should look at the positives. Second best on the day but still all to play for ๐โค๏ธ