Hall of Fame Evening – SOLD OUT

Posted on May 14, 2014 by neathrugbysupportersclub

Hall of FameThe Hall of Fame celebration evening next Friday has now sold out.  All available tickets have been snapped up and we have reached the maximum capacity allowed in the cricket club.  There will be no tickets available on the night.

We have been stunned by the response to the evening and are thankful to everyone who has bought a ticket and supported this event.  If you didn’t manage to get a ticket, then we’re are sorry, but given the phenomenal response to this event, I think it’s a fair bet to say that we’ll do it all again next year.

For those of you who have got a ticket, then we look forward to seeing you next week.

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Just Two Weeks to Go

Posted on May 9, 2014 by neathrugbysupportersclub

Hall of FameThere are now just two weeks to go until the inaugural Neath Rugby Supporters Club Hall of Fame celebration evening.

The event promises to be a memorable one as Neath greats Brian Williams, Brian Thomas, Steve Powell, Dai Morris and Shane Williams become the first ever inductees into the Hall of Fame.  The five (or their representatives) will be presented with their special commemorative caps by current members of the Neath RFC squad, thereby strengthening the bond between the present and the past players.

Earlier this week it was announced the former Neath captain Gareth Llewellyn will be the evening’s guest speaker, whilst former Neath outside half, James Hook will take part in a question and answer session.

The celebration takes place on Friday 23rd May 2014 at 7:30pm.  Tickets for the evening are still available, they cost £7.50 for supporters club members and £10 for non-members.  They will be available on the night on a first come, first served basis, but to guarantee your ticket call Len on 01639 778164 or e-mail info@neathrugbysupporters.com

All profits raised from the evening will be ploughed back into the Neath RFC playing squad to help with the purchase of kit and equipment for the 2014/15 season.

Neath Rugby Supporters Club are very grateful to Rhys Davies from R&SD Risk Management for their kind sponsorship of the evening.

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Another Star Revealed for Hall of Fame Evening

Posted on May 6, 2014 by neathrugbysupportersclub

Hall of FameNeath Rugby Supporters Club are pleased to announce that James Hook will join them at their inaugural Hall of Fame celebration on Friday 23rd May.

The announcement follows on from Monday’s confirmation that former Neath lock Gareth Llewellyn will be the guest speaker on the evening.

James started his senior career at the Gnoll in 2004, playing two seasons before going on to play professional rugby for the Ospreys and Perpignan.  James has also won 75 caps for Wales at outside half, centre and full back.  He famously made a try scoring debut for Wales against Argentina whilst still a Neath player.

James will take part in a question and answer session at the Hall of Fame evening, so get your questions ready.

The Hall of Fame celebration evening will take place on Friday May 23rd at 7:30 pm.  The venue will be Neath Cricket Club.  Entry costs £7.50 for Neath Rugby Supporters Club members and £10 for non-members.  Tickets will be available on the night on a first come, first served basis, but to guarantee your place you can buy them in advance by calling Len on 01639 778164 or e-mailing info@neathrugbysupporters.com.

The evening has been kindly sponsored by R&SD Risk Management.  We are very grateful for their support.

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Guest Speaker Announced

Posted on May 5, 2014 by neathrugbysupportersclub

Hall of FameNeath Rugby Supporters Club can today confirm that the guest speaker at the Hall of Fame evening on May 23rd will be Gareth Llewellyn.

Gareth of course, needs no introduction to Neath supporters, having played started his career during the golden era in the late 80s and played for the club right up until the advent of regional rugby in 2003 (save for a brief spell with Harelequins).  He also captained the club for many seasons, including leading them to the league championship in 1996.  Gareth also played 92 games for Wales over a 14 year period and he remains Wales’ most capped lock forward.

The Hall of Fame celebration evening will take place on Friday May 23rd at 7:30 pm.  The venue will be Neath Cricket Club.  Entry costs £7.50 for Neath Rugby Supporters Club members and £10 for non-members.  Tickets will be available on the night on a first come, first served basis, but to guarantee your place you can buy them in advance by calling Len on 01639 778164 or e-mailing info@neathrugbysupporters.com.

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3 weeks to go

Posted on May 2, 2014 by neathrugbysupportersclub

Hall of FameThe countdown is on.  There are now just three weeks to go until the Neath Rugby Supporters Club’s inaugural Hall of Fame celebration evening.

Friday May 23rd will see some of Neath RFC’s greatest ever players will be inducted into the hall in an evening designed to celebrate the club’s great history.  The players to be inducted are Dai Morris, Steve Powell, Shane Williams, Brian Thomas and Brian Williams.

The venue will be Neath Cricket Club and the evening will start at 7:30pm.  Entry costs £7.50 for Neath Rugby Supporters Club members and £10 for non-members.  Tickets will be available on the night on a first come, first served basis, but to guarantee your place you can buy them in advance by calling Len on 01639 778164 or e-mailing info@neathrugbysupporters.com.

Remember, all profits from the evening will be ploughed back into the Neath RFC squad.

Come and join us in honouring some of Neath’s finest.

Help us spread the world by printing and
displaying our Hall of Fame poster

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Hall of Fame Poster

Posted on April 27, 2014 by neathrugbysupportersclub

Hall of FameNeath Rugby Supporters Club’s Hall of Fame celebration evening is fast approaching, and we need your help to spread the word.

Please print off the poster below and put it up on your work notice boards, in your shops or down your local pub – anywhere (legal) where you think it will be seen by Neath rugby fans.

Download and print the poster by clicking here

Remember May 23rd is the celebration night, tickets are available by e-mailing info@neathrugbysupporters.com or calling Len on 01639 77816401639 778164.  Come along to pay tribute to these legendary players.

 

 

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Hall of Fame Inductees Revealed

Posted on April 26, 2014 by neathrugbysupportersclub

Hall of FameSo after all the speculation and guess work it is time to reveal the final five who’ve made it into the Hall of Fame.

In no particular order, they are:

A man who joined us as a young scrum half who went on to become one of the world’s best wingers – Shane Williams.

Next, the man known simply as The Shadow – Dai Morris

The ultimate clubman. People have lost count of the number of games he actually played for Neath. Normally a centre, he played in every position for the club ,except in the front row – Steve Powell.

He was a player, a coach, a manager and a visionary – the one and only Brian Thomas.

No Hall of Fame would be complete without him. Ahead of his time for fitness and work rate for a prop, he was at the heart of our 80s/90s glory days – the great Brian Williams.

So there you have it, our final five. What do you think?

Remember May 23rd is the celebration night, tickets are available by e-mailing info@neathrugbysupporters.com or calling Len on 01639 77816401639 778164.  Come along to pay tribute to these legendary players.

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Safe at Last

Posted on April 22, 2014 by neathrugbysupportersclub

Lee EvansAnyone got any fingernails left?

We finally did it, we got out of our hole with a hard fought win at Aberavon yesterday.  It was great to see so many Neath fans in the ground, easily outnumbering the Aberavon support.

But the true heroes were on the pitch.  Each player put in a tremendous amount of work.  They weren’t about to let this great club be relegated without a fight.

I won’t single out any player as each one gave everything and it is to their credit that, instead of disappearing into the changing rooms at the end of the game, they came back over to the terrace to thank the fans for their support.

But thank us for what? We did the easy bit. We stood and shouted.  It wasn’t us putting our bodies on the line and getting battered and bruised each week.  That thanks should go to the players, coaches and medical staff.

The players showed the fighting spirit that Neath was once synonymous with.  The grit, determination and never say die attitude shown by the players yesterday and last Tuesday was fantastic.

What this result, and the one against Pontypridd has shown us, is that this squad has a tremendous amount of potential.  If we can hang on to the majority of them over the summer, then I firmly believe that we’ll be back at the right end of the table next year.

One final word for Gareth Gravell.  He announced on Twitter after the game that, after 7 years and 200 games for the club that he would be retiring (again!).  A tremendous leader who led the club through some difficult times.  Whilst they played in different eras, his tough, no-nonsense approach is very reminiscent of the great Brian Williams and Kevin Philips.  There can be no greater complement than to be compared to those two icons.  Thanks for everything Grav.

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Tickets to go on sale for Hall of Fame Evening

Posted on April 10, 2014 by neathrugbysupportersclub

Hall of FameTickets for Neath Rugby Supporters Club’s Hall of Fame celebration will go on sale this Tuesday (15 April).

Tickets will be available from the supporters club table at the back of the clubhouse lounge before and after the game with Pontypridd.

The tickets will cost £7.50 for supporters club members and £10 for non-members and the price will include a finger buffet.

Make sure you get your ticket to guarantee your place at what promises to be a memorable evening.

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Venue Confirmed for Hall of Fame Evening

Posted on April 8, 2014 by neathrugbysupportersclub

Hall of FameThe venue has been confirmed for Neath Rugby Supporters Club’s Hall of Fame celebration evening.

The evening will take place on Friday 23rd May at Neath Cricket Club.

Naturally our first choice venue was the Neath Rugby Clubhouse, but despite our best efforts, we were unfortunately not able to secure the venue due to a prior booking on our preferred date.

By using the cricket club, we are at least able to keep the celebrations on the Gnoll, albeit on the other side of the ground.

Further information about the evening will be announced soon, including prices and details about the guest speaker.

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