Pontyclun Juniors F.C.

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Pontyclun FC Teamwear

The following Pontyclun FC branded teamwear is now available to order.  Should you wish to order any of the items below, please contact your team coach.

Training Kit          £30

This consists of 2 shirts (1 yellow, 1 blue) with Club Badge and Player Initials, navy shorts and navy socks

Tracksuit / Polo Shirt Combi          £40

 Tracksuit Jacket with Club Badge and Player Initials, Tracksuit Bottoms and Polo Shirt with Club Badge and Player Initials.

Polo Shirt          £12

Royal Blue Polo Shirt with Club Badge and Player Initials

Tracksuit          £32

Tracksuit Jacket with Club Badge and Player Initials plus Tracksuit Bottoms.

Rain Jacket          £15

Rain Jacket with Club Badge and Player Initials.

Kit Bag          £15

Club Badge and Players Name embroidered on top of bag.

New club tracksuits and Polo shirts are available for the Youth team, we hope that sizes for  all the age groups will soon be available.

After all the recent rain the pitches at Ivor Fields are un-playable for the near future.

We have had to cancel the junior, youth, and senior games.

The pitch at Y Pant school is also flooded, so we have no alternative for the time being.

We're in constant touch with the council, who have been unable to take any machinery onto the fields,

pitches have not been cut, or marked, out for weeks.

Hopefully we are over the worst, and we will soon be back to normal.

Georgia John received a standing ovation at last nights presentation, after she  raised over £300  from the recent sponsored walk in aid the new changing room fund.

She was presented with a gift voucher from the club for her tremendous effort.

The younger players from the Youth team took part in the Brynna FC festival 7-a-side.

After wins against Cardiff Corries, Llantrisant, and draws against Caerau (Ely) and Brynna 'A', a last game victory against Brynna 'B' set up a final between Pontyclun and hosts Brynna 'A'.

The final finished 0-0 after 15mins, and even 10 mins extra time failed to produce a winner. A sudden death was played with teams taking one player off every 2 mins. From a Pontyclun corner, Brynna broke away to score the winning goal after 30+ minutes, it was the  only goal we conceded all day !

Well done boys.

Back L-R, Lewie, Andrew, Adam, Azzer.

Front, Sion, Richie, Marcus, Sammy and Chris.

                    Composition of Youth Division for Season 2008-09

Newport YMCA                      PONTYCLUN                       Port Talbot Town

                                                        Dates to be announced.

                                    Dinas Powys                 Pontyclun                   Port Talbot Town

Congratulations to club secretary Peter Shilton on his Welsh League Merit Award received at the AGM on 21st June.

    Peter is presented with his award by Mr Tommy Forse, president of the Welsh League.

We are holding a sponsored walk at Y Pant on SATURDAY 21st JUNE at 2pm.

We are hoping to raise money for our new changing rooms.

Walkers will complete circuits of the school grounds, approx 0.8miles, a maximum of 5 circuits (4miles) will be set.

Thanks to all the players, coaches and parents and siblings of players for supporting the sponsored walk .

We got lucky with the weather, and hopefully we will raise a substantial sum for the new changing rooms fund.

Special mention to Georgia John, for her sponsorship efforts, and Callum Pontin, who was the 1st to complete (5 laps) the 4 miles.

The following players all took part in the walk on 21-6-08 :

Sam John, James Hendy, Lewis Llewellyn, Sam Shilton, Steve Rowley, Lewis Miller, Lewis Harries, Kieran Lawrence, Shaun Richards, Tom Tweedy, Lewis Morgan, Liam Humphreys, Danny Williams, Matt Naden, James Morgan, Jordan Vinning, Will Taylor, Zaid Hammoudeh, Georgia John, Alex Wood, Josh Coles, Morgan Hammascott, Luke Atkinson, Garon Davies, Joshua Teague, Oliver Wheeler, Tom Naden, Jordan Lawrence, Callum Pontin, David Bear, Lewis Robson, Nick Guilford, Joshua Angove, Lloyd Wilkins, Ryan Wilkins, Lewis Thomas.

Others who walked included , Holly Miller, Abi Taylor, Elizah Wheeler + friend  Lois, Maria and Caitlin Rowley.

***UPDATE***

It has been agreed that Pontyclun FC will enter a Youth team in next seasons 'McWhirter Welsh Youth League'

This is great news for the youngsters, and will give an opportunity for our boys to play at the highest level.

We have the nucleus of an excellent squad, and new players are more than welcome to join.

Training will commence on July 10th @ Y Pant H.S. (TBC) at 6-30pm. The coaches will be Nicky Lukaris and Neil Armstrong, and it is hoped that we can arrange some pre season friendlies in readiness for the new season.

We have entered 2 Youth teams into the Pontyclun 6-a-side tournament on July 19th as part of our preparations.

Players under 19 years and over 16 on Sept 2008 are eligible, contact Paul Rowley (07815091514) for more details.

The Under 12's end of season tour to Minehead was a great success with the boys finishing second in their group after playing some excellent football against good teams from all over the country.

Some of the U'12's team  attended the TERV league presentation night at Llanbradach, and were given a great reception after achieving the league and cup 'double'.

L-R Lewis Harries-Matt Naden-Steve Rowley-Lewis Miller-Sam Shilton-Liam Humphries

Pontyclun U12's  3  Phoenix U12's  3 (AET)

(Pontyclun won 4-3 on penalties.)

PHEW ! What a game !!

After going 2 goals up and looking to win the game easily, Pontyclun gave Phoenix a lifeline and boy did they take it.

Phoenix refused to give in and made it a tremendous game, played in great spirit, only sad there had to be a loser on the day. Well done to both teams.

Whatever will be, will be. We're going to ..................Penydarren Park !! 

                                v    

                          SATURDAY MAY 3rd - KO @ 4-30pm.

Well done to the under12's who are through to the final of the Taff Rhymmer Cup,

where they will face Pentrebach FC, to be played at the home of Merthyr Tydfil FC.

The club has arranged a bus for this game for players, parents and supporters.

Leaving Pontyclun Athletic Club at 2pm returning around 7pm

Players from all the age groups enjoyed brilliant day at Wembley, lets do it again in May !!!

Is the next Joe Ledley in the picture ???

But If anyone still needs transport, contact Paul R who will get you on another local bus.

Nice to see Pontyclun F.C. well represented at Middlesborough on Sunday , coaches ,mini, junior and senior players, all made the long trip to support The Bluebirds.

Lets hope everyone gets a ticket for our big day out at Wembley !

A coach will be running from Pontyclun to Wembley for the semi-final on Sunday 6th April.

Leaving from Y Pant @ 9am , picking up at the Miskin Arms. 

Cost £5 for children / £25 adults. Contact Paul Rowley.

We have bought the rugby club a new set of  flags for their pitch at Maes Y Felin.

We are grateful for the occasional use of their changing rooms by our junior teams when ours are not available, and have enjoyed excellent relations with the club, consulting with each other over training nights, and sharing local venues etc.

Congratulations to the following players who are representing Y Pant HS (year 7) in the Welsh Schools Football Cup.

Matthew Naden, Lewis Miller, Steve Rowley, Kieran Lawrence, Ethan Ridsdale,Lewis Harries, Jack Bunyan, Sam Shilton, Sean Richards, Liam Humphreys and Harry Flint.

They have won through to the finals representing the Mid Glamorgan County region and now travel to Welshpool HS in Powys later this month.

They will face a round trip of over 200 miles to Mid Wales and will 'sadly' miss a whole day in school !! 

Good Luck Lads !!

Result: Y Pant lost 5-3.

After a long journey (over 3 hours) in a mini-bus through the Welsh mountains, (which caused a few of the team to turn as green as the scenery!), the boys did really well. Considering they were playing one of the best school teams in the country, at their place, with their referee, and the rest of the school surrounding the pitch ! it was a tremendous effort,  the boys displayed a wonderfull attitude and were very sporting in defeat,  a credit to the school, and Pontyclun. Well done !!

There have been a couple of changes to the the Junior section committee, here are the details :

Chairman - Mathew Teague

Secretary - Julia Griffiths

Treasurer - Rob Wheeler

Co ordinator - Paul Rowley

The members will hopefully meet once a month, and we will send representatives to the club management meetings as required.

http://www.elephant.co.uk/

The under 16's are very grateful to have received a  new kit sponsored by Elephant car insurance .

When the team actually get together to play a game next (due to the bad weather !), we will get a photo for the site !

Many Thanks.

We were lucky enough to win a competition run by national radio station Talk Sport's breakfast show, presented by ex footballer Alan Brazil. 

They've sent us a brand new kit by 'Surridge' and some match balls. We will get the club badge embroidered on  and keep it for next seasons Youth team.

We have also secured a 2nd (change) kit for the boys.

Many thanks to CM supplies for providing the numbers and badges .

www.cms-teamwear.com

Steve  and Lewis  met Santa down the pub and he told 'em that Llantrisant were gonna win the Under 12 league this year !! Looking at his eyes though we think Father C had had one to many sherrys !!! 

All games OFF again this weekend (8/12/07) 

No training at Y Pant until after Christmas either, coaches will be in touch,

due to resume week of the 6th January.

11-00 am 8-12-07

Congratulations to our Junior coaches who recentlty completed the course at Aberdare, Nicola John, Ian Guilford, Kevin Phillips and Martin Lawrence. We now have qualified leaders at every age group in the club.

http://www.fawtrust.org.uk/index.php?opt=cour&id=13

After a long delay the new posts are finally up !

We have some new nets as well to clip on to them... in our club colours !! 

We are again hosting a Cardiff City Soccer School.

Details below:

Thanks for all your support at our recent event, I know it was very short notice but we were still represented by all the age groups, which was great. Special thanks to all the players, coaches, parents, and grandparents who attended.

Many thanks to C.M. supplies, Coed Cae Lane, Pontyclun, who have kindly sponsored our Under 12's new kit for this coming  season.

http://www.cms-teamwear.com/

Cardiff City Football in the Community are holding a 1 day Soccer School at Ivor field, Pontyclun.

It will be held on Friday 17th August and will run from 10am to 2.30pm, and is open to 5 to 14 year olds. The day will cost £10 per person - if anyones interested then please call 0845 345 1400 to book a place!

http://www.cardiffcityfc.premiumtv.co.uk/page/CommunityFootball/0,,10335~421050,00.html

The seniors have organised a car wash for Saturday 8th September, it's the same day as Wales play Germany in a Euro 2008 qualifier @ the Mill Stad (K.O. 7-30pm), so there are no Welsh league games that day.

Try and let as many people know as possible and help them to raise funds.

Many thanks to Dylan Jones and his company  for arranging a much needed replacement container at Ifor Fields.

I've put a combination lock on it so any coaches/parents who need the number just give me (Paul R) a call.

Chairperson Secretary Treasurer Fixture Sec

Huw Vaughan Mark Evans Rod McVeigh Jason Quirke

1 Heol Y Deryn Du 45 Ton Glas 4 Erw Deg 23 Tennyson Drive

Llangewydd Court Bryntirion Bryntirion Cefn Glas

Bridgend Bridgend Bridgend Bridgend

CF31 4UD CF31 4EJ CF31 4DE CF31 4PU

01656 668868 01656 664173 01656 767101 01656 650512

 

Dear Representative,

 

Please find enclosed information about our mini football festival, to be held on Saturday 9^{th June 2007 at Bryntirion Park.}

This year we are back to normal with all age groups starting and finishing the same time. As well as the football there will be fun activies, stalls, hot and cold foods. The clubhouse will also be open on the day.

 

All coaches to sign in before 10:20am

Coaches meeting 10:40am

Squads of 10 playing 8 a-side

12 minutes games, all controlled by air horn

First game starts 11am and last game 4pm

Presentation to be held after last games and all players to be awarded trophies

The festival will apply with FAW Directives will be non competitive.

 

Yours in Sport

Jason Quirke

HOW TO GET THERE

0.00	Start out at Pontyclun,Rhondda Cynon Taff	A4222		0.00
0.17	Turn right onto Clun Avenue	Clun Avenue		0.17
0.25	Bear right onto Heol Miskin - B4264	B4264		0.42
0.18	Bear left onto the B4264. Entering Miskin	B4264		0.61
0.67	At roundabout take the 2nd exit onto School Road	School Road		1.28
0.32	Turn right onto the A4119	A4119		1.60
0.92	At roundabout take the 3rd exit, then join the M4 motorway (signposted Bridgend)	M4		2.52
2.22	Warning: Speed Cameras along the M4	M4		4.74
7.64	Leave the M4 at junction 36 (signposted Bridgend, Maesteg), then at roundabout branch left onto the A4061 (signposted Bridgend) Entering Bridgend	A4061		12.38
0.44	At roundabout take the 1st exit onto the A4061 (signposted Bridgend)	A4061		12.82
0.20	At roundabout take the 1st exit onto Rotary International Way - A4061 (signposted Bridgend)	A4061		13.02
0.40	At roundabout take the 2nd exit onto Rotary International Way - A4061 (signposted Bridgend)	A4061		13.42
0.47	At roundabout take the 2nd exit onto Rotary International Way - A4061 (signposted Bridgend)	A4061		13.89
0.55	At Cross Valley Link Gyratory roundabout take the 2nd exit onto the A4061 (signposted Bridgend, Maesteg A4063)	A4061		14.44
0.27	At roundabout take the 1st exit onto Tondu Road - A4063 (signposted Cowbridge A48, Porthcawl A473)	A4063		14.71
0.11	At traffic signals turn right onto the A473 (signposted Porthcawl)	A473		14.82
1.12	Arrive at Bryntirion,Bridgend	A473		15.94
-	Section time 0:26, Total time 0:26	-	-	-

 

Some pics from the U-15's tour to Brean Sands, more pics at Charlies Bebo http://it-ain-ova.bebo.com/ site if you REALLY want to see any more .

Team 2007

Some more pics of the 'laydeeez' would have been nice ! This is as close as Charlie got to any girls all weekend !! 

Scowwie models the new tracksuits, and tries to look intelligent at the same time !

BTW.. He should wear those glasses when he's reffing !! 

http://icwales.icnetwork.co.uk/2000localinfo/pontypriddobserver/sport/tm_headline=football--club-looks-to-the-future-with-a-celebrity-evening%26method=full%26objectid=19191480%26siteid=50082-name_page.html

If you know anyone who can help us replace our container PLEASE let us know !

Our under 15's are off to Brean Sands on the Whitsun holiday weekend, to take part in the 'SCI Youth Football Festival'. Good luck to the boys, and good luck to Julia , Neil, and John looking after them !

We sent 4 teams to Lougher FC for their annual "Fun Day", we have been invited for the last few years and the players and families really enjoyed the day out, thankfully the weather held off !

Our teams played very well and all made it through to the finals except the Under 10's ( they won the tournament last year) who missed out by the smallest of margins , all teams were a credit to Pontyclun with their attitude and behaviour.

Thanks to all at Lougher FC for their hospitality and we hope to return again next year.

Our under11's represented their school 'Pontyclun Primary' in the finals of the Welsh  schools football festival held at Aberystwyth. They had won through the qualifiers, held recently at Treforest(Above), and represented Rhondda Cynon Taf region.

They played 4 games against schools from all over Wales and won 2 and drew 2, a tremendous effort against some of the most talented primary school football  teams in the country.

Well done !