May 6, 2015 ·
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The 'Clun' News
Pontyclun Football Club will be hosting their Annual Gentlemans Evening on the 5th June at Pontyclun Athletic Club. The Club are delighted to announce that this years guest speaker , will be ex Man Utd and Leeds player, Lee Sharpe.
Lee Sharpe began his footballing career at Torquay United, and in his first season with them, after only 16 games, Manchester United noted his potential and swooped to sign him for £200,000, a record fee at the time for an YTS player.
He soon broke into the first team, initially playing out of position at left back before replacing Ralph Milne as left-winger in the 1990–91 season. He played a key part in United’s success in the European Cup Winners’ Cup that season, and he scored a hat-trick against Arsenal at Highbury in the League Cup with United eventually winning the game 6–2. Lee himself cites this as one of the best memories in his footballing career. During eight years at Old Trafford he played 265 games and scored 36 goals.
The night promises to be one of the best with comedy and compering provided by Tank Sherman and some surprises in store for the auction, which last year included signed shirts from Gareth Bale, Cristiano Ronaldo and Luis Suarez.
Tickets are £35 and include a 4 course meal. As always they sell out fast with a large proportion sold to returning happy guests!
If you would like any more information or reserve your table then please get in touch directly with Tyrone Pope on 0773 329756 or tyronepope@uwclub.net
May 1, 2015 ·
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The 'Clun' News
CMS Teamwear once again have demonstrated there ongoing support for Pontyclun FC by sponsoring the team for their Cup Final and producing one off polo tops for the team to wear on the day.
CMS Company Director, Terry Davies, stated,
“As we are based in Pontyclun we thought it was only natural that we offer to support the team on their big day. We have supplied kit to the majority of the junior setup and the senior teams for numerous seasons now building up a good rapport and even providing a club shop via our website for the club. When the news broke that the team had the opportunity to win some silverware for the first time in over 10 years we knew we had to do something to support the boys”.
Tony Bishop,Pontyclun FC’s Chairman, thanked CMS saying,
“CMS have been long time supporters of the club and have always provided first class customer service when needed. This gesture further cements the strong relationship the club has with CMS and on behalf of all the club we’d like to thank Terry and the CMS team for this much appreciated gesture, no doubt he’ll be watching Saturday as well where the boys can thank him then”.
If you would like to get in touch today and experience how CMS can assist you with Teamwear, Corporate Wear, Workwear, School Uniforms, Kits, Embroidery, Heat pressing, Trophies & Awards for your organisation then you can do so via their website, email (sales@cmsteamwear.co.uk) or phone (01443 231724).
April 30, 2015 ·
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The 'Clun' News
Pontyclun FC are pleased to announce a new kit sponsorship deal with GSH Architects. Company Director Simon Tweedy stated,
“I am very happy to be able to help Pontyclun FC as this is a club that I hold in high esteem and is very close to my heart. My son Tom has played for Pontyclun since the age of 9 and many an afternoon has been spent at Ivor Park where I have developed lifelong friends. When the opportunity arose to put something back into the club I was more than happy to be of assistance and I had no hesitation in supporting this great community club.”
Barry Quinn, First Team Manager, thanked Simon saying,
“Simon has been involved with the club for a number of years volunteering as part of the coaching set-up for the junior and youth sections. Simon has already proved himself to be a valued part of the club and this only further enhances that. Everyone at the club massively appreciates this and no doubt the boys will let him know at our next game”.
GSH Architects was established by four colleagues who met whilst working together at a previous practice in Bristol.
They are a dedicated team, who together strive to deliver well-designed, innovative projects within the built environment. As a team they are motivated by client satisfaction, they take pride in every project they undertake and look for opportunities to push themselves within the industry.
Their ethos is simple, they like happy clients…
If you have would like to contact GSH to discuss any potential construction projects you are looking to undertake and would like a FREE initial consultation then you can do so via their website, email info@gsharchitects.co.uk or call 01443 228656 or 07516 522885 and speak to one of the team to arrange an appointment.
Also a special mention to CMS Teamwear, our kit supplier, for the quick turnaround in getting this sorted before our cup final this Saturday.
April 21, 2015 ·
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The 'Clun' News
Pontyclun FC’s purple patch in the cups continues with the Reserve Team qualifying for both cup finals that they have entered this year, the Bernard Martin Cup and the Greyhound Cup. Convincing victories against, firstly Bush Bluebirds dispatching them with a 5-2 win and then a 2-0 shutout against Nelson Cavaliers sees the Reserves reach both Cup Finals for the first time.
These two convincing victories were a testament to the squad that we currently have, as due to this being a cup competition many players were ineligible to play as they had been involved in the First Team squad’s cup fixtures earlier in the season. Despite this, and even for one fixture Reserve Team Manager Peter Shilton having to don the gloves (playing like his namesake), they came through both games convincingly and now have two cup finals to look forward to.
The first of these finals, the Greyhound Cup, will be played on 24th April at Llanbradach Park against top of the table Penrhos at Llanbradach Park, kick off 6pm. We are hoping to take a large contingent of fans with us which will include all of the first team squad making the effort to support the boys. If you’d like to watch but are struggling to get to the venue then contact enquiries@pontyclunfc.com and we can look to arrange a lift.
The Bernard Martin Cup will be played against Cwrt Rawlin on Tuesday 5th May at Llanbradach Park, kick off 6.15pm. This fixture was postponed and the re-arranged date has yet to be broadcasted.
April 3, 2015 ·
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Pontyclun FC’s 1st team are delighted to announce that the club have reached the W.John Owen Cup Final to be played on May 2nd against AFC Bargoed at White Tips Stadium, home of Treforest FC. The club sealed victory with two last gasp goals to bring the scores level against reigning champions Trefelin BGC. The match went into extra time where the teams couldn’t be split and the Clun won the shootout 5-4 with 5 excellently taken penalties.
This is the 1st teams first opportunity to win silverware since the Welsh League Division 3 winning side of 2002/2003 (pictured above), which current Captain Craig Williams, current First Team Manager Barry Quinn and current First Team Coach Adrian James were all a part of. Since that season the club has experienced some highs and more recently some lows but reaching this Final is a statement by the current team that good times lie ahead. What made the victory more pleasing was that all of the starting 11 were locally based players who came through the clubs youth system or have been involved with the club from a young age.
First Team Manager Barry Quinn was delighted with the win saying,
“It is an absolute privilege to manage the current crop of players we have at Pontyclun. Attitude and spirit is everything, we cannot wait for the Cup Final”.
Kick off is at 2.30pm, 2nd May at the White Tips Stadium (Dan-y-Bryn Rd, Pontypridd CF37 1RX). This is a great opportunity to get behind the club and support the community team. We hope that all involved with the junior setup will attend and encourage new supporters to come and see what a positive impact the club has on our village. There is a supporters bus being put on to attend the game which if you’d like to travel on please contact Phil Sweet on philip.sweet693@btinternet.com or put your details in to the form below, our hardcore group of fans have filled most spaces but there are still a few places left up for grabs.
The bus will be leaving Pontyclun Athletic Club at 12.30 and returning from Treforest at 6.15 at a cost of £5. Hopefully we’ll see a large number of the 2002/2003 team in attendance as well!
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Also congratulations to our Reserve Team who reached the Final of the Greyhound Cup by beating league above Bush Bluebirds 5-2 at Ivor Park with the evergreen club legend Pepe Mele scoring a “worldy” to wrap up the tie. The date and Final are due to be announced shortly, in the meantime the Reserves have another Semi-Final this weekend against Nelson Cavaliers in the Bernard Martin Cup again at Ivor Park. As the 1st Team have no game come down and support the boys!
Picture Above
From Top Left: Alan Jacka (Coach), Adrian James, Richard Croad, Tyrone Pope, Wayne Morgan, Ross Hutchins, Barry Whitelam, Phil Watson, Eliot Davey, John Jenkins (Trainer), Peter Shilton (Club Secretary) and Phil Preene (Manager).
From Bottom Left: John Cooper, Pepe Mele, Barry Quinn (Captain), Craig Roberts, Geraint Williams, Gavin Step and Craig Williams
Thanks to Pontypridd & Llantrisant Observer for the photo.
February 26, 2015 ·
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The 'Clun' News
After successfully defeating Tynte Rovers 5-0 in the Quarter Final of the W.John Owen Cup, Pontyclun’s reward is an away Semi Final tie with last seasons SW Amateur League Winners Trefelin BGC on the 14th March.
It has been some years since the team has added to the trophy cabinet and this is most likely their best opportunity to add to it this season. With the team filled with products of the junior section within the club it was agreed that this would be a good opportunity to rally around the club and therefore a supporters bus has been arranged for the game to support the boys.
We expect the usual cohort of “Pontyclun Ultras” to travel to the game but hope that more people within the club and community will take this opportunity to support the First Team. It is sure to be a good day out, if you are interested in supporting the boys then please contact First Team Manager, Barry Quinn, on 07732 855882 or email enquiries@pontyclunfc.com .
February 15, 2015 ·
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The 'Clun' News
Pontyclun FC are delighted to have agreed a new kit sponsorship deal with Auto Enrolment Support Ltd. Company Director Neil Mills (Pictured below with First Team coach Adrian James) stated,
” I am delighted to be involved with such a great community club. I have many clients and friends from the area and when I was approached to get involved I didn’t hesitate to offer my support. Pontyclun FC has a great setup from U5’s through to two senior teams and I was particularly impressed with the amount of local players in the first team setup. I’d like to thank everyone involved for arranging this and look forward to popping down to watch the season progress and hopefully a cup final!”
Barry Quinn, First Team Manager, thanked Neil saying,
“I have known Neil for some time professionally and knew that when we required a new sponsor for our kit I could think of no better person to ask. I know everyone at the club appreciates Neil’s contribution and we look forward to seeing him at a few games for the rest of the season”.
Based in Cardiff, but with clients nationwide, Auto Enrolment Support are helping businesses ensure that they are prepared for the Workplace Pensions Reform legislation, helping employers set up a pension and auto enrolment process due to this new law. By acting early and using AES you can avoid unnecessary stress, costs and potential fines. If you would like to get in touch to see how AES can help your business then contact either enquiries@autoenrolmentsupport.com or call 0333 2027180.
January 29, 2015 ·
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The 'Clun' News
Pontyclun got back to winning ways after an extended Christmas break due to the weather. After a disappointing end to the 2014 year in the league Barry’s Boys were keen to make a strong start to 2015 and where better to start than against unbeaten league leaders Merthyr Saints.
With a number of players out through suspension and First Team coach Adrian James being unavailable through illness it was always going to be a tough ask. Being reduced to 10 men inside 10 minutes didn’t help but despite this the team produced one of their best performances in some time to fight back to win 2-1 in the dying minutes.
Due to two disappointing defeats at the end of 2014 the league has been put out of the boys’ hands, however with a few games left against the top sides the Clun could definitely have an impact on where the league ends up, and you never know stranger things have happened!
November 19, 2014 ·
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Pontyclun once again took centre stage, in the amateur league round up in the Western Mail, as for the first time this season they moved to top of the table. A convincing home win over local rivals Treforest took them to the top whilst doing the double over their neighbours at the same time.
The victory extended the Clun’s unbeaten run to 8 games with 7 wins and 1 draw in that time and some great football was put on show for the local supporters, with a good turnout at Ivor Park. Craig Williams took his goal tally to 7 for the year whilst Joel Woodington remains top scorer taking his tally to 15. Manager Barry Quinn and First Team Coach Adrian James were delighted with the win but are aware that tougher tests await their young side. The last two fixtures of November see Pontyclun firstly visit second placed Aber Valley and then they host title contenders and last years champions Trefelin on the 29th November.
Both games could be described as “six pointers” in their bid to return to the Welsh League as the league begins to take shape as we approach the winter break.
November 9, 2014 ·
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Saturday 15th November the club are holding a fundraiser towards further ground improvements. We welcome the fantastic vocalist ‘Rhiannon’ (dubbed the Welsh Rhianna) and disco to Pontyclun Athletic Club from 7.30pm.
All proceeds for the night go towards the fundraising appeal in place to ground improvements . Many of you will be aware of the vandalism issues we have had over the last several months, and as we put the final touches on our clubhouse we need to ensure all surrounding areas meet the high standards we have now set.
It promises to be a great night and we hope that everyone in the community makes the effort to attend and support your local club!
Tickets are £5 and can be purchased on the door or reserve your tickets by contacting Phil Sweet on philip.sweet693@btinternet.com .
