Tonna RFC Junior Rugby - Parents & Supporters

Tonna RFC Junior Rugby - Parents & Supporters Official community page for parents and supporters of Tonna RFC Junior rugby. Match reports, photos and updates shared by the coaching team.

19/05/2026

Tonna RFC are seeking a new Backs Coach to join our current successful set-up.

After several successful years including 2 promotions in three years, three cup finals and two trips to the principality, we are looking to recruit a new backs coach to help us continue our rise!

Become part of a club founded on tradition, community, commitment, and ambition with a proud history of success and an even brighter future ahead at Tonna RFC.

Mud, obstacles, soaked kits, aching legs… and somehow still smiling at the end of it all. Today the boys took on the Rac...
16/05/2026

Mud, obstacles, soaked kits, aching legs… and somehow still smiling at the end of it all. Today the boys took on the Race for Life muddy run and absolutely smashed it. 💪

They battled through every obstacle thrown at them, got covered head to toe in mud, and raised money not only for Cancer Research but also for the team. Brilliant effort from every single one of them. It was one of those days where Rugby took a back seat and character, teamwork and heart took over.

A massive thank you has to go to Tania for organising the whole event. These things look easy from the outside, but there’s a lot of work behind the scenes, and today ran brilliantly. So hats off to her for putting together such a great day for the boys and families.

There were plenty of laughs along the way too… some elegant obstacle techniques, some less elegant face-first mud dives, and a few lads who looked like they’d been excavated rather than coached by the end of it. Safe to say the washing machines across Tonna/Britton Ferry/Cimla are about to be working overtime tonight.

On a more personal note, today also carried a lot of meaning for us as a team. One of our coaches, Dai, sadly lost his mum to cancer several weeks ago. So today’s run is dedicated to her memory, with love and respect from all of us at Tonna.

Dai, we’re all thinking of you mate, and we look forward to having you back with the coaching team when the time is right. ❤️

Proud of every single boy today. Mud washes off. Effort, heart and memories don’t.

16/05/2026

Last training session of the season completed last night for the Tonna U14s 💪🏉

A bit of rugby…
A bit of chaos…
A bit of “let the boys burn the last bit of energy off before summer”…

Session was run by myself, along with Nath, and to be fair the lads probably thought they were getting an easy finish to the season… until Nath arrived 😅

As you’ll see from the video, the boys got a little sneak preview into next season’s training regime… which apparently involves being sent down a bank, back up a bank, over another bank, into another field and then somehow still being expected to breathe afterwards.

Safe to say there were a few complaints halfway through and a few lads questioning their life choices at the top of the hill 😂

But honestly, brilliant effort from all the boys and a cracking way to finish the season. Great group of lads, loads of laughs, and plenty to look forward to next year.

If your son is going into Year 10 and fancies giving rugby a go, come and join us. No experience needed, just effort, good attitude, and the ability to survive Nath’s “fun” fitness sessions 👀🏃‍♂️💨

New players always welcome.

Tonna U14s took on the Burry Port 7s tournament today… and what a day it turned out to be.Weather forecast said “questio...
03/05/2026

Tonna U14s took on the Burry Port 7s tournament today… and what a day it turned out to be.

Weather forecast said “questionable” but it held just long enough for rugby, cakes and doughnuts to take priority over umbrellas. Standard.

Now, 7s rugby is a different beast altogether faster, sharper, and far less forgiving than our usual 15-a-side battles. Safe to say, the learning curve hit us early. Three tough pool games, three losses. Heads could have dropped… but they didn’t.

Instead, the boys dug in.

We went into the 4th place playoff with a point to prove and delivered. A strong win against Taffs Well secured us the Shield 🏆 our first bit of silverware for this group.

Not bad for a team that could’ve folded earlier in the day.

Massive credit to the boys:
• They adapted
• They stuck together
• They kept going when it would’ve been easy not to

Special mention to Coach Nath’s “lucky jacket” suspiciously appeared just in time for the final game 👀 , and to Blake, who has now officially been recruited as team mascot. Expect to see more of him next season.

This wasn’t just about winning a Shield. It was about resilience, attitude, and finishing what you start.

The boys should hold their heads high.

Next stop: U15s rugby… and we’re coming for the cup.

Well done lads. 🔴⚫️

Tonna U14s vs Gorseinon – Match SummaryTonna U14s delivered a strong, committed performance against Gorseinon in a close...
26/04/2026

Tonna U14s vs Gorseinon – Match Summary
Tonna U14s delivered a strong, committed performance against Gorseinon in a closely contested match, eventually losing 35–27.

After a competitive opening, Gorseinon stretched the lead to 21–10, and the game risked getting away. Tonna responded well, showing resilience and staying in the fight with relentless effort in both attack and defence. They worked their way back into contention and pushed Gorseinon all the way to the final stages.

A key turning point came with a handoff decision that went against Tonna, denying what would likely have been a crucial score and shifting momentum at a pivotal moment. Despite that setback, the boys continued to compete and can feel unfortunate not to have come away with the win.

There were several standout performances across the team. Jake Jenkins was outstanding throughout, carrying hard, tackling aggressively, and making a major impact across the field. Seb Grey also impressed with his all-round contribution, working tirelessly and influencing play on both sides of the ball. Both players were deservedly named Men of the Match.

Sam Terry controlled the game well at fly-half and scored an excellent try in the corner following a sharp switch and offload. Will C made a superb line break, while Finley H was strong across the set pieces and around the field, unlucky not to take an award himself.

The forwards worked effectively in their pods, showing structure and physicality, while the backs executed their moves with confidence, reflecting clear progress in training. The set piece was particularly solid, with Tonna’s dominance in the scrum even leading Gorseinon to opt against a scrum at one stage.

Overall, despite the 35–27 result, this was a high-quality team performance and a positive way to finish the season, with plenty to build on going forward.

Full Time: Tonna RFC U14s vs Neath Athletic U14sScore recorded: 5–55 (subject to confirmation)On paper that looks like a...
17/04/2026

Full Time: Tonna RFC U14s vs Neath Athletic U14s

Score recorded: 5–55 (subject to confirmation)

On paper that looks like a heavy loss. In reality, it wasn’t.

We went in at half time 5–17, and that tells you everything. Against one of the top sides around, the boys matched them with effort, structure and intent. That’s not luck, that’s standards.

There were big tackles, sharp passing phases, and real periods of pressure where we looked the better side. Yes, there were mistakes, and at this level you get punished for them. Neath took their chances well, and that’s ultimately where the game got away.

But the reaction matters more than the score. The attitude, the resilience, the willingness to keep working, that’s what defines a team. Even their coaches acknowledged how we played and the standards we brought. That doesn’t happen by accident.

We dug in and got our try through Jake Jenkins, and it was deserved.

Men of the Match:
🏉 Jake Jenkins – outstanding all round. Big tackles, strong carries, and took his try well.
🏉 Seb Grey – relentless carries, constantly gaining ground.

Special mentions:
👏 William Cooper – dominant in the lineout, gave us real platform.
👏 Louie Mitchell – unbelievable effort in defence, stopping runs that should have been tries.
👏 Danny Gunniss & Will Owens – consistent, physical tackling throughout.

And to be clear, this was a full team performance. Every single player contributed. Against a premier-level side, the boys showed spirit, discipline and pride.

Hold your heads high. This is how teams grow.

We go again.

Full Time: Tonna RFC U14s vs Neath Athletic U14sScore recorded: 5–55 (subject to confirmation)On paper that looks like a...
17/04/2026

Full Time: Tonna RFC U14s vs Neath Athletic U14s

Score recorded: 5–55 (subject to confirmation)

On paper that looks like a heavy loss. In reality, it wasn’t.

We went in at half time 5–17, and that tells you everything. Against one of the top sides around, the boys matched them with effort, structure and intent. That’s not luck, that’s standards.

There were big tackles, sharp passing phases, and real periods of pressure where we looked the better side. Yes, there were mistakes — and at this level you get punished for them. Neath took their chances well, and that’s ultimately where the game got away.

But the reaction matters more than the score. The attitude, the resilience, the willingness to keep working, that’s what defines a team. Even their coaches acknowledged how we played and the standards we brought. That doesn’t happen by accident.

We dug in and got our try through Jake Jenkins, and it was deserved.

Men of the Match:
🏉 Jake Jenkins – outstanding all round. Big tackles, strong carries, and took his try well.
🏉 Seb Grey – relentless carries, constantly gaining ground.

Special mentions:
👏 William Cooper – dominant in the lineout, gave us real platform.
👏 Louie Mitchell – unbelievable effort in defence, stopping runs that should have been tries.
👏 Danny Gunniss & Will Owens – consistent, physical tackling throughout.

And to be clear, this was a full team performance. Every single player contributed. Against a premier-level side, the boys showed spirit, discipline and pride.

Hold your heads high. This is how teams grow.

We go again.

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