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The official account of Tonna Rugby Football Club, near Neath, South Wales.

Mount Pleasant,Tonna SA11 3HX
Joined September 2012
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@TonnaRFC
Tonna RFC
1 year
Well done and thank you to Andrew Brace for refereeing Tonna v Taibach u7s this morning.
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@TonnaRFC
Tonna RFC
3 years
We are delighted to be able to announce that Craig Mitchell is now a Tonna player. After earning 15 Welsh caps and a long professional career he is returning to where it all began. Welcome back Craig!
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@TonnaRFC
Tonna RFC
2 years
Crumlin 19-52 Tonna WRU Shield Final @AllWalesSport
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@TonnaRFC
Tonna RFC
6 years
Wishing Player and junior coach John evs a speedy recovery after suffering a stroke last night. Johns well in hospital but a special mention has to go to his Son and junior player Rowan for being a hero to his Dad last night and not panicking #littlehero #lifesaver
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@TonnaRFC
Tonna RFC
9 years
Update: Doctors happy with op last night on Jake. Feeling and movement in arms and legs improving. Long way to go though. #prayforjake
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@TonnaRFC
Tonna RFC
9 years
After 5 weeks bed ridden, @JakeBuckley3 is now on his road to recovery @ Rookwood Rehabilitation Hospital in Cardiff. http://t.co/QqML7Guai6
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@TonnaRFC
Tonna RFC
2 years
What a day! Many thanks for incredible support we had on Saturday. Commiserations to @CrumlinRugby who contributed hugely to an entertaining game.
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Tonna RFC
2 years
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@TonnaRFC
Tonna RFC
9 years
A big thumbs up from Jake to say thank you all for your support you have shown him and his family. http://t.co/ZoQLgyF0Lt
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@TonnaRFC
Tonna RFC
2 years
Ferndale 12-25 Tonna WRU Shield semi-final @AllWalesSport
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@TonnaRFC
Tonna RFC
1 year
Delighted to be champions of Division 5 West Central after another hard fought win against a dogged @rhigosrugby . What a tough league, with all clubs battling hard every week.
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@TonnaRFC
Tonna RFC
2 years
Crumlin RFC v Tonna RFC Saturday 30th April 2022 Principality Stadium Cardiff. KO 1pm.
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@TonnaRFC
Tonna RFC
5 years
A sign that can be used by all clubs.....
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@TonnaRFC
Tonna RFC
5 years
Great to see club members flying the flag for Wales @WelshRugbyUnion and Tonna @rugbyworldcup in Japan !! C’mon Cymru !!!! #redandwhite
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@TonnaRFC
Tonna RFC
2 years
An amazing welcome to the Principality Stadium from our supporters. Definitely our 16th man on the day!
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@TonnaRFC
Tonna RFC
9 years
Update: Jake had op last night. He's doing ok. Got slight movement in fingers and toes. Keep going Jake fella. #prayforjake
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@TonnaRFC
Tonna RFC
4 years
A very big thank you to one of our senior players - Luke Payne, and his father Andrew Payne, for their help in the construction of our new picnic tables. With a panoramic view of the lower Neath Valley, they are a great asset for the club.
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@TonnaRFC
Tonna RFC
6 years
Last game as skipper 🙌🏻 5 years at the helm and a legend for all 5! Thanks Gubby 🍻
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@TonnaRFC
Tonna RFC
3 years
This list shows the projects completed since March 2020 to improve the club's off-field facilities. We hope that these improvements will mean Tonna RFC can go from strength-to-strength when rugby returns in 2021.
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@TonnaRFC
Tonna RFC
2 years
After many years of asking four teams to share two changing rooms we will now be able to accommodate them comfortably.
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@TonnaRFC
Tonna RFC
9 years
Update: Visited Jake tonight. He is in very good spirits and is improving each day. He wants to thank everyone who has shown their support 👏
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@TonnaRFC
Tonna RFC
2 years
Thank you to the many local clubs and individuals who have sent their best wishes for our appearance in the WRU Shield on Saturday. We are all looking forward to the day and we'll give it our best shot. Hopefully an entertaining game against @CrumlinRugby
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@TonnaRFC
Tonna RFC
22 days
A bonus point victory against Alltwen RFC tonight has secured our promotion to Division 3 West Central. Congratulations and well done to the players and coaches, who have put in a huge effort throughout the campaign, training in large numbers in all conditions.
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@TonnaRFC
Tonna RFC
2 years
Tonna 73-7 Hollybush WRU Shield Quarter Final @AllWalesSport
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@TonnaRFC
Tonna RFC
1 month
Tonna RFC squad to play against Newport Saracens in the WRU Division 4 cup final on Saturday 6th April 2024.
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@TonnaRFC
Tonna RFC
6 years
Last Saturday, our scrum half @nicholas_gavin decided to hang his boots up 😢🏉 He’s been a massive part of our club over the past 20 or so years. Showing loyalty to the club he loves, which is rarely seen In nowadays. From everyone at the club. We THANK YOU! 👏🏻 #Legend
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@TonnaRFC
Tonna RFC
2 years
A huge thank you to to everyone for their support at Porthcawl on Saturday. Commiserations to @FerndaleRugby who were formidable opponents. The WRU Shield final is at the Principality Stadium on Saturday 30th April 2022.
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@TonnaRFC
Tonna RFC
3 years
The clubhouse will reopen - with drinks for outdoor consumption only - on Monday 26th April. There will be lots of tables and chairs available. Opening/closing times will confirmed later this week.
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@TonnaRFC
Tonna RFC
1 year
Alan Jones, WRU District D representative, presenting the league trophy to club captain Callum McPhee after today’s game. Many thanks to @PontyatesRFC for honouring today’s fixture and good luck for next season.
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@TonnaRFC
Tonna RFC
5 years
Big thank you @CommunityOsprey @ospreys 😄 This will mean so much to the boys & girls of our village 👍🏻
@CommunityOsprey
Ospreys in the Community
5 years
What a tune!! @TonnaRFC 💪
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@TonnaRFC
Tonna RFC
4 years
A huge thank you to senior player Dominic Morris and his father Nigel Morris. They've spent many hours preparing and spray painting our changing rooms. This was a huge task given the vast area to cover, and the lack of ventilation in the warm weather. Many thanks both.
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@TonnaRFC
Tonna RFC
2 years
A victory last night for our newly formed over 35s touch team. An entertaining game against our friends from Briton Ferry RFC. Great to see so much support for both teams.
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@TonnaRFC
Tonna RFC
1 year
We are delighted to have a new addition to our coaching team in Scarlets back row forward Iwan Shenton. Iwan has played for Tonna in the past and his father Bryan Shenton was Head Coach of Tonna RFC for a number of seasons. Welcome aboard Iwan.
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@TonnaRFC
Tonna RFC
2 years
In response to the terrible events unfolding in their country, all proceeds of the gate collection and after-match raffle from Saturday’s game against Fall Bay RFC will be donated to the citizens of Ukraine.
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@TonnaRFC
Tonna RFC
2 months
Llantwit Major 26-28 Tonna WRU Division 4 Cup Semi-Final @AllWalesSport
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@TonnaRFC
Tonna RFC
9 years
We are ready! We hope you are! Good luck boys 👊 @WelshRugbyUnion 🙏 http://t.co/zj1i4rhGa5
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@TonnaRFC
Tonna RFC
4 years
A great refurbishment carried out by two of our former players - Lee Mellor and Carl Bamsey.
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@TonnaRFC
Tonna RFC
2 years
Eight supporters buses are now full and lots going to Cardiff by train as well.
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@TonnaRFC
Tonna RFC
1 year
Many thanks to the large number of Tonna supporters who travelled up to Seven Sisters yesterday. Undoubtedly the best support in the league. @WRU_Community
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@TonnaRFC
Tonna RFC
11 days
WRU Admiral League 4 Champions !! Two years on the bounce @WRU_Community @AllWalesSport #grassroots
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@TonnaRFC
Tonna RFC
2 years
Many congratulations to @neathrfc on winning the WRU Championship Cup Final. Well deserved with an excellent second half performance.
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@TonnaRFC
Tonna RFC
12 days
Delighted to clinch the Division 4 West Central title day. Well done to our coaching team and all of the players who have turned out for training in numbers in some atrocious conditions during the season. Thank you all. @WRU_Community @AllWalesSport
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@TonnaRFC
Tonna RFC
4 years
A great send off for Ainsleigh Morgan, our Club Steward, today. Thanks Ainsleigh for your contribution to Tonna RFC over the past 10 years. Best wishes from us all and we hope to see you on a regular basis in the future.
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@TonnaRFC
Tonna RFC
2 years
Bottom field cut and marked for tomorrow’s game against Bryncoch RFC. Many thanks to Countrywide Grounds Maintenance for their assistance.
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@TonnaRFC
Tonna RFC
2 years
Great credit to @FallBayRFC for fulfilling today's fixture with a depleted squad. We've been there in the past. Hope thing will improve for you for next year. We always look forward to our annual visit to the Gower. A unique and welcoming club to visit.
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@TonnaRFC
Tonna RFC
8 years
Was really nice to see Tonna & @FallBayRFC players paying their respects yesterday for the late Anthony Thomas #RIPAjax #RugbyFamily
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@TonnaRFC
Tonna RFC
3 years
The Tonna RFC Club Captain for 2021/22 is Callum McPhee. Congratulations Callum, and best of luck for a successful season. Club Vice-Captain will be Kieran Cole
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@TonnaRFC
Tonna RFC
7 months
History made on Friday evening with the first female team to represent Tonna RFC. Thanks to Pelenna Saxonettes and Bryncoch Broncettes for making it a great night - there were over 60 players from all three teams.
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@TonnaRFC
Tonna RFC
5 years
Senior Squad 2019/20. Season Kick Off 7th Sept v @FallBayRFC 2:30 @ Mount Pleasant Tonna @Deadballline1 @AllWalesSport
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@TonnaRFC
Tonna RFC
1 month
Newport Saracens 24-23 Tonna WRU Division 4 Cup Final. Congratulations to Newport Saracens.
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@TonnaRFC
Tonna RFC
2 years
Congratulations to Head Coach Rhys Jones on successfully completing WRU Level 2 Coaching Course last weekend.
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@TonnaRFC
Tonna RFC
1 year
Thanks to @glynrfc for hosting our semi-final against @FerndaleRugby yesterday and coping with the large crowd. It’s no easy task with volunteers at a premium. Congratulations again to @FerndaleRugby , and enjoy your day at the Principality Stadium.
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@TonnaRFC
Tonna RFC
2 years
The Management Committee's response to yesterday's story in Wales Online relating to Tonna RFC can be viewed using the following link:
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@TonnaRFC
Tonna RFC
3 years
Our own Geraint John has walked 20 miles (43,000 steps) this morning to to raise money for defibrillators for Tonna. Please contribute what you can to
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@TonnaRFC
Tonna RFC
2 years
All roads lead to @porthcawlrfc on Saturday to play @FerndaleRugby in the @WRU_Community Shield Semi Final !! @AllWalesSport
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@TonnaRFC
Tonna RFC
2 years
Ferndale RFC v Tonna RFC. 26 March 2022. WRU Shield semi-final. @FerndaleRugby @porthcawlrfc @WRU_Community @geraintrugby
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@TonnaRFC
Tonna RFC
9 years
Welcome home @JakeBuckley3 on your day release from Rookwood hospital to see the re-arranged fixture V @rhigosrugby http://t.co/gzZz5GDleD
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@TonnaRFC
Tonna RFC
3 years
Coming soon at Tonna RFC: 12m x 6m of weather protection for outdoor hospitality. In club colours as well!
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@TonnaRFC
Tonna RFC
4 years
With a number of former players returning for next season, we can confirm that we are willing and able to re-establish an Athletic XV to play alongside the First XV. More details to follow in due course.
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@TonnaRFC
Tonna RFC
7 years
This morning, Tonna lost a great man in Paul Davies. Our thoughts are with his family and friends at this sad time. Club statement:
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@TonnaRFC
Tonna RFC
4 years
It's great to be back. What a week - we've almost sold out of beer!
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@TonnaRFC
Tonna RFC
1 year
Following another all action performance in yesterday’s victory over Seven Sisters, the Tonna RFC Man of the Match was emergency second-row, assistant club coach, and top drawer clubman, Craig Mitchell. Well played Craig.
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@TonnaRFC
Tonna RFC
6 years
Tonna Athletic fielding a side for the first time in a number of years - Great effort going down against a quality Nantyfyllon side!
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@TonnaRFC
Tonna RFC
5 years
Great result for @NeathRugby last night #neefneefneef 🖤🖤🖤
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@TonnaRFC
Tonna RFC
1 year
Ferndale 15-14 Tonna WRU Division 5 Cup Semi-final. Well done to Ferndale and best of luck in the final.
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@TonnaRFC
Tonna RFC
2 years
Well done Iwan Shenton.
@scarlets_rugby
Scarlets Rugby
2 years
✍️ Signing news! We are delighted to announce that former @cardiffmetrfc captain Iwan Shenton has signed for @scarlets_rugby ahead of the 2022-23 season Croeso Iwan 👊 #YmaOHyd Story ▶️
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@TonnaRFC
Tonna RFC
2 years
New flags flying on the clubhouse today.
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@TonnaRFC
Tonna RFC
1 year
The squad of 23 to play Ferndale RFC in the semi-final of the WRU Division 5 Cup at Glynneath on Saturday.
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@TonnaRFC
Tonna RFC
4 years
New flooring laid in the Lounge and behind the bars this week. Many thanks to Daniel Thomas for his help with this project.
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@TonnaRFC
Tonna RFC
7 years
Winners of the Neath & District Cup 🙌🏻 Well done to all involved! #RubbbberBoiii 🏆🏆🏆 Enjoy tonight boys 🍻🍻🍻
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@TonnaRFC
Tonna RFC
8 months
The refurbished home changing room was looking great to welcome the Under 13s for their home fixture on Sunday. Well done to the team coaches and volunteers involved, and to former players Lee Mellor and Carl Bamsey for their renovation work carried out during the off season.
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@TonnaRFC
Tonna RFC
3 years
An excellent turnout by players and members yesterday for the presentation of Life Memberships to Club Chairman Gary Knight and Club Secretary Byron Morris. The awards were made by Steve Crawley Club President.
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@TonnaRFC
Tonna RFC
7 years
This guy was on fire last night 😂😂
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@TonnaRFC
Tonna RFC
9 years
Update: Jake is improving. Receiving physio to keep muscles active but still bed bound. Your ongoing support is keeping him in good spirits
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@TonnaRFC
Tonna RFC
2 years
We are pleased to announce our new coaching team. Rhys "Dozer" Jones is Head (and Forwards) coach and Jason Evans is Backs coach. Craig Mitchell coming in as Defence coach and Nicky Fisher as Assistant/Attack coach.
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@TonnaRFC
Tonna RFC
3 years
The defibrillator at Tonna RFC has been registered with the Welsh Ambulance Service and is now available for community use 24/7. Many thanks for the donations received from the fund-raising organised by Cllr. Leanne Jones, and our own Carnival Committee.
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@TonnaRFC
Tonna RFC
2 years
Huge thanks to Shane Williams for giving up his time to entertain a full hall at Tonna RFC on Friday. As a result, £1,800 was raised for Bowel Cancer UK.
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@TonnaRFC
Tonna RFC
4 years
A great sign this. Hopefully we will see it more often.
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@TonnaRFC
Tonna RFC
8 years
What a game!! 😅 Full of emotions! Awesome comeback from our boys! Final score @PontardaweRFC - 10 Tonna - 13 Credit to this man 🙌🏻
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@TonnaRFC
Tonna RFC
1 year
Definitely one for the photo album. Looking forward to the challenge of Division 4 West Central next season.
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@TonnaRFC
Tonna RFC
2 years
Thanks to @HollybushRugby for bringing a big support today and staying in the clubhouse for two hours after the game. A match played in the spirit of the game in front of a large crowd. Best wishes to you for the rest of the season.
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@TonnaRFC
Tonna RFC
7 years
Thanks to everyone who made the effort attending the Charity walk & Bike ride yesterday & today. It means a lot to Paul & his family.
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@TonnaRFC
Tonna RFC
9 years
Game cancelled due to hooker Jake Buckley suffering a neck injury! Thanks 2 our Physio @HannaHopkins21 & all who helped. Wishing Jake well.
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@TonnaRFC
Tonna RFC
2 years
First cut of lower field yesterday after major renovation work carried out by @iestynjohn . Very pleased with the result.
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@TonnaRFC
Tonna RFC
9 months
Delivered and installed just in time for our first home game of the season. Many thanks to club member Wayne Lemon for his generous donation towards the new scoreboard.
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@TonnaRFC
Tonna RFC
3 years
We are looking forward to working with Peter Villars Sportsground Maintenance to improve our fields at Mount Pleasant as soon as ground conditions allow. @iestynjohn
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@TonnaRFC
Tonna RFC
3 years
Another step forward today in improving the playing surfaces of both of our pitches. A liquid weed/feed mix applied efficiently by @Rawlings02 and @iestynjohn
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@TonnaRFC
Tonna RFC
5 years
Rubber is ready for today’s game @CwmgwrachRugby game day
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Tonna RFC
2 years
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@TonnaRFC
Tonna RFC
1 year
Well done to Craig Mitchell and Josh Hughes on their visit to Ysgol Crug Glas school this morning to carry out some rugby training with the pupils. They all had an great time!
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@TonnaRFC
Tonna RFC
3 years
A snowy Tonna RFC this morning. Thanks to @saltwatersteve for the image.
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@TonnaRFC
Tonna RFC
2 months
Tonna RFC squad for Saturday’s WRU Division 4 Cup semi-final against Llantwit Major RFC.
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@TonnaRFC
Tonna RFC
1 year
Llanidloes 10-27 Tonna Division 5 Cup Quarterfinal @AllWalesSport
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@TonnaRFC
Tonna RFC
2 years
Tonna Athletic 17-25 Resolven Dev. XV Well done to @ResolvenRFC . Very clinical in attack and great defence👏👏. Many thanks to the referee who travelled from Hereford to enable the game to take place. No referee then no game!
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@TonnaRFC
Tonna RFC
2 years
A stop-off in the Uplands Tavern after a good win at Fall Bay RFC.
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@TonnaRFC
Tonna RFC
9 years
Awesome support for @JakeBuckley3 today from all of the Tonna community! Brilliant! http://t.co/TdsoTUAYy7
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@TonnaRFC
Tonna RFC
1 year
South Gower 21-16 Tonna Tries 2-2. @AllWalesSport Congratulations to a skilful and well coached South Gower team on the win.
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@TonnaRFC
Tonna RFC
4 years
Many thanks to Carl Bamsey Painting & Decorating and Simon Llewelyn of South Wales Tinting for helping us during this difficult time. These are among a number of local businesses and individuals who have assisted Tonna RFC and we will be thanking them all in the coming weeks.
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@TonnaRFC
Tonna RFC
1 year
Seven Sisters 3-10 Tonna Tries 0-1. A very tough game in difficult conditions.
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@TonnaRFC
Tonna RFC
8 years
There were some big collisions out there from both teams 🙈 A solid win though 👏🏻 Final score: Tonna - 43 @FallBayRFC - 10 Onto the next.
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