22/01/2012 : Transfer News at Pontardawe Town

	The club are pleased to announce the return of Garry Taylor who signed for us this evening following a spell at Haverfordwest County. Garry has been the form player down in Pembrokeshire this season but returns to the club closest to his heart! In commenting on his return Garry said "can my old man get in for nothing on Saturday?"
	The club are also pleased to announce the signing of Oliver Ardolino from Ammanford Town. Oli comes to the club with a fine reputation having also played at Llanelli and Carmarthen Town. Photo soon .....

08/01/2012 : Llanelli withdraw from Under 18s SWFA Youth League

Llanelli AFC have withdrawn from the Under 18s league which has affected the fixtures and table

30/12/2011 : Youth Sponsors - South Wales Fork Lift

Our thanks go to South Wales Fork Trucks of Crynant for their kind sponsorship of our Youth Team (more details soon)

17/12/2011 : Ton Pentre Match Called Off

Despite a possible thaw an early decision was made today in respect of the game as the officials were travelling from the far west of Pembroke. The pitch was frozen and in some places surface water was in evidence. Furthermore, the conditions in and around the village of Pontardawe were difficult due to black ice.

17/12/2011 : Grant Application Turned Down Update

In October the club entered an application to Welsh Ground Improvements for the replacement of damaged and vandalised crowd barriers at the Recreation Ground. This was not a large application but it was rejected by the organisation on a technicality. The club has therefore appealed to the Welsh League Management Committee who have agreed to discuss this at the next meeting. In the meantime the damaged barriers will be removed from the ground and we will seek funding from elsewhere.

Update 17/12/2011 :

Discussions with the WGI have clarified the position that they do not recognise companies who deal on eBay as legitimate despite the savings of £4000 we could have achieved through eBay against other suppliers. In addition our application in October 2011 was judged by the WGI against failure of Ground Criterea actions that had been cleared and resolved last season but "they weren't aware"..... in addition they were also aware at the time that our ground was a number of meters short and at that time we weren't aware. We are now and have since proved that the Welsh League Grounds Committee were incorrect and that our ground is actually 1 metre short and we now have a plan in place !

We asked the Welsh League Committee to assist and support us ... but the haven't and will not be !!!

Have we been cheated ? .... answers on a postcard please !

09/12/2011 : Players Night Out ... and Committee's Too

On Saturday 10th December the lads from the Senior Squad have arranged their Christmas Night Out which we understand will involve a certain amount of fancy dress! .... Although invited we on the committee will be partaking in a few hot chocolates before retiring to the local Indian to share a pilau rice or two .... Happy Christmas Everyone!!!

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09/12/2011 : Grant Application Turned Down

In October the club entered an application to Welsh Ground Improvements for the replacement of damaged and vandalised crowd barriers at the Recreation Ground. This was not a large application but it was rejected by the organisation on a technicality. The club has therefore appealed to the Welsh League Management Committee who have agreed to discuss this at the next meeting. In the meantime the damaged barriers will be removed from the ground and we will seek funding from elsewhere.

09/12/2011 : Reserve Team Fixtures Update

Following withdrawals it has been decided by the League Management Committee that, in order to give competing clubs a 24-game season, each club will play each other FOUR times (twice at home and twice away). This has resulted in a revised fixture list being scheduled and has been added to the site

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09/12/2011 : A Few Ins and an Out

This week welcome the return of Steve Lewis (Sunnybank) to the club after a few months away. In addition we are joined by Pete Ockwell (Frampton Utd), Paul Jones (Morriston Town) and Chris Jones (Morriston Town). We welcome all the lads and hope they enjoy their time here at the club. Sadly we also have to announce that this week Steve Cox has left the club to join Goytre United. Steve has been excellent for us this season and we wish him well and look forward to his return.

05/12/2011 : FAW Youth Cup Round 4 Draw

Following their excellent win at West End in the FAW Youth Cup the lads have drawn NEwport County at Home on Sunday 5th February. The draw is as follows :-

Cardiff Corries / Ragged School v Wrexham AFC
Pontardawe Town v Newport County
Swansea City v Taffs Well
The New Saints v Caernarfon Town
Ties to be played on or before Sunday 5th February 2011.

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18/11/2011 : Kenny Jackett helps our Swansea Valley Miners Fund Auction

Current Milwall manager, former Swansea City manager, and former Watford and Wales legend Kenny Jackett has kindly donated a gift to our Swansea Valley Miners Fund auction which can be seen by clicking the eBay link below.

In the 1940s Kenny's dad, Frank, played here at Pontardawe and Kenny has supported us by donating a signed programme from the 2006 Football League Trophy between Swansea City and Carlisle United. Kenny was manager of the Swansea City team that won the Trophy by 2 goals to 1. Swansea City's goals came from Lee Trundle and Adebayo Akinfenwa but the game  hit the headlines for the wrong reasons as Lee Trundle and Alan Tate held up an anti Cardiff City flag

Nevertheless we now have the programme on our eBay auction and on advice it has been set with a reserved value of £50 as we continue our efforts to raise funds for the Swansea Valley Miners

The lads, management team and officials are dedicated to raising funds for the Swansea Valley Miners Fund and our donations are to be auctioned off on eBay. To view our auction items follow the link below :-

14/11/2011 : Nathanial Sales Cup 4th Round Draw

ROUND FOUR / Saturday 7 January 2012 / 1.30 PM KO

11/11/2011 : Sam Jones joins the Town

We can today announce the signing of Sam Jones from Briton Ferry Llansawel. Sam, who is eligible for our Senior and Youth teams, graduated from the Ferry's Youth team and has scored 6 goals for the Ferry first team this season. Sam possesses lightening pace and great ability on the ball with ability to finish under pressure and we welcome him to the club.

24/10/2011 : Millsy and the Lads Reach The Top

Well done to Chris Mills and his team for reaching the summit of Kilimanjaro ... what an achievement for the lads.

All the money raised goes to the MS Charity

19/10/2011 : Dino Gambatesa Departs to Rockspur

Sadly, and for personal reasons, Dino has left the club and transferred to Swansea Senior League side Rockspur. Dino has been an ever present in our first team this season and has made a major contribution to our season so far. Good luck Dino and cheers!

17/10/2011 : Welsh League Draws Made Tonight

At a Welsh League Special General Meeting at Aberafon tonight the draws for the Reserve and Youth Cups were made

Classic Sportswear Reserve Cup Round 2 : Newport YMCA v Pontardawe Town
Macwhirter Youth Cup Round 2 : Pontardawe Town v Port Talbot Town

Date of games to be confirmed

09/10/2011 : Town are raising funds for the Gleision Miners Fund

The lads, management team and officials are dedicated to raising funds for the Swansea Valley Miners Fund and our donations are to be auctioned off on eBay. To view our auction items follow the link below :-

21/09/2011 : Pontardawe Town Win The Adidas Predator Cup

Pontardawe Town continued their 5 A Side success tonight by winning the Play Football Predator Cup. The team were James Harris, Gareth Govier, Andrew Stokes, Will James and Christian Evans ......

In doing so the lads won the club 1 Season's Free Football at Play Football,each player won a pair of Predator Boots and each player received an Adidas Top. ... Top Night so well done lads.....

Steve Price will need to speak to them about their commitment to the Pontardawe shirt thought ... Swans Shorts, Swansea Tops, Liverpool Shirt and Is that a Man City shirt Christian?????

Top (Left To Right) - Andrew Stokes, Will James, James Harris Bottom (Left to Right) - Christian Evans, Gareth Govier (alias Sleepy)

17/09/2011 : Pontardawe Town Games Off on Saturday 18th

Despite the efforts of the few the games yesterday were called off due to heavy showers and waterlogged pitches

17/09/2011 : Pontardawe Town announce 2 new signings

Pontardawe Town are pleased to announce the signings of two new players

Scott McCoubrey (from Afan Lido) Former Wales Under-19 international who was with Cardiff City as a youth and played in the Welsh Youth Cup final before being released from Ninian Park. Joined Port Talbot Town and has since played for Gowerton Juniors, signing for Afan Lido in the summer of 2008. Played for Hamilton FC in the American Premier Development League in 2010/11.

Jack Jenkins (from Garden Village) Jack has a wealth of Welsh League experience having began his career at Briton Ferry as well as spells at Garden Village, Morriston Town & Afan Lido. In 2007, he made the step up to the Welsh Premier with Neath FC and was an ever present in the side over the next two seasons. Jack has a great left foot and likes to get forward from his left back position, he is also comfortable in the centre of defence.

 We welcome both players to the club.

02/09/2011 : Play Football - Adidas Predator Cup

Pontardawe Town have entered in the 3rd Annual Adidas Predator Cup on Wednesday 21st September at Play Football in Swansea. This is a 5 as side tournament with a World Cup Format and all proceeds go to Help the Heroes Foundation.

02/09/2011 : Pre-Season Friendlies Completed

Pre-Season : First Team Squad Date Day Results 16th July Sat AFC Llwydcoed  0 - 4  Pontardawe Town 23rd July Sat Rhayader Town 2 - 0  Pontardawe Town 30th July Sat Newport YMCA 1 - 3  Pontardawe Town 3rd August Wed Dinas Powis 1 - 1  Pontardawe Town 6th August Sat Sully Sports 0 - 0  Pontardawe Town 9th August Tue Trefelin BGC 2-0 Pontardawe Town Pre-Season : Full Senior Squad
Date	Day	Results
9th August	Tue	Carnetown FC 4-0 Pontardawe Town XI
16th August	Tue	Inter Dunes FC 6-2 Pontardawe Town XI
20th August	Sat	Llandeilo FC 0-3 Pontardawe Town XI
25th August	Thu	Seaside AFC 1-1 Pontardawe Town XI
Pre-Season : Youth Team (s)
Date	Day	Results
30th July	Sun	Croesyceiliog 0-5 Pontardawe Town
10th August	Sun	Seven Sisters Seniors 0-1 Pontardawe Town
14th August	Sun	Dinas Powys U19 1-4 Pontardawe Town
14th August	Sun	Dinas Powys U18 0-3 Pontardawe Town
21st August	Sun	AFC Porth 3-3 Pontardawe Town
21st August	Sun	Seaside U18 2-2 Pontardawe Town

02/09/2011 : Town Win The Ystradgynlais AFC Charity 5 A Side

Town sent two teams to this tournament which was held on August Bank Holiday and they were led by Paul Williams and Dan Thomas. Paul's team battled well but went out in the group stages but Dan's team did us proud and won the tournament. The squad was Dean Morgan, Liam Roberts, Eliott Thomas, Ian Jones, Liam Griffiths, Tom Blackburn, Arwel Rees and Tom Grey.

In the group games Dan's team won 3-0, 3-0, 1-0 and 2-1. They then beat Ystrad 2-1 after extra time in the semi with Liam Roberts grabbing both goals.  In the final they met the other Ystrad team with a goal from Arwel Rees and an own goal.

The winning team were praised on the way they played and were presented with the Ollie Main Five a Side Tournament Trophy. All proceeds going to a cancer charity.
 

21/08/2011 : Reserve Division West Restructure Announced

After representations were made by clubs to the League regarding the travelling distances involved in having two reserve divisions (East and West) the League reverted to three divisions (Central, East and West). Subsequently, further representations were made concerning the shortage of fixtures as a result of reverting to three reserve divisions.

The League's Management Committee recently considered the matter and decided, irrespective of the number of clubs per division, each club would have 24 fixtures (12 at home and 12 away).  Therefore, revised fixtures have been issued.

 
The only other competition for reserves will be the Classic Sportswear Reserve Division Cup, the draw for which will be made on the evening of Monday 12 September and advised to clubs as soon as possible thereafter.
 
Please note Newcastle Emlyn have withdrawn from Reserve Division West.

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15/08/2011 - Coaching Changes at our Youth Level

Sadly we announce this evening that Richard Scott, Under 19 Youth Team Coach, has left us after 3 years at the club. Everyone at the club wish Richard the very best for the future and thank him for his outstanding contribution during his time with us. Last season Richard helped coach the Youth team to the West Division Title so he leaves us in an excellent position Cheers Richard and hope to see you for a pint or two in the near future !

16/07/2011 - Ystradgynlais AFC 5 A Side Tournament

This takes place on Sunday 28th August and Paul Williams is collating numbers in respect of who is interested. Please let Paul know if you are available - the games start at 10am and this is for Senior players only - there will be a BBQ and other events as well

15/07/2011 - Welsh League U Turn on Reserve Team Setup

Disappointingly the Welsh League has performed a U Turn in respect of the originally plan for 2 large Reserve Team leagues and have created 3 leagues, as per the 2010-2011 season, with the West Division containing only 10 teams leaving us with a only 18 games plus Cup games. This causes concern in relation to the credibility of the Reserve league and the club will be raising this matter with the Welsh League as soon as possible.

15/07/2011 : Welsh League Reserve Team Fixtures Published <Click Text For More Detail>

15/07/2011 : Welsh League Youth Team Fixtures Published <Click Text For More Detail>

13/07/2011 : Sponsor : Holiday Cottage to Let <Click Text For More Detail>

12/07/2011 : Welsh League Youth SetUp Announced  <Click Text For More Detail>

12/07/2011 : Welsh League Reserve SetUp Announced <Click Text For More Detail>

10/07/2011 : FAW Welsh Cup Draw Made  <Click Text For More Detail>

09/07/2011 : Youth get a bye in the FAW Youth Cup  <Click Text For More Detail>

30/06/2011 : Checkout Gary's Blog for the Coming Season  <Click Text For More Detail>

30/06/2011 - Jon Coates joins the Coaching Team

We are pleased to announce that Jon Coates has joined the coaching team as Player / Coach for the coming season. This is fantastic news for everyone at the club and we wish Jon well in his new role having been one of our outstanding players in recent seasons.

28/06/2011 : Welsh League / FAW Conference Dates Issued <Click Text For More Detail>

28/06/2011 : Wales Fixtures for Coming Season <Click Text For More Detail>

28/06/2011 : Welsh League AGM Photographs (Official) <Click Text For More Detail>

28/06/2011 : Welsh League Annual Dinner Photographs (Official) <Click Text For More Detail>

13/05/2011: 2011-2012 Sponsorship Information Launched <Click Text For More Detail>

30/05/2011 - All Change at Pontardawe Town

As we finish our season there have been some changes with respect to the football committee with Mike Rogers (Chairman), Mark Hancock (Treasurer) and Chris Mills (Commercial Manager) all standing down.

Mike has been chairman for 2 seasons and is standing down due to family and work commitments. Mike has been a great asset to the club in his time here helping out on the football and social side. We wish Mike all the very best and hope he can find the time in the future to join us as we continue to grow the club.

Mark has been treasurer for 2 years and has put a lot of effort in, despite his work commitments, to ensure that the finances are in order. Mark is also a singer and a compere so will certainly be hoping Mark will also stick around in years to come.

Chris has many commitments away from Pontardawe Town which have caught up with him. The little task of climbing Mt Kilimanjaro for charity is taking up a lot of his time in addition to his work commitments. Chris is a big supporter of the club and has many friends around the place so we are sure he will continue to support the club in all aspects.

So as we look to the future we have moved quickly and are pleased to announce that Martin Blizzard has accepted the role of Chairman for the immediate future. Martin has been a great asset since joining us this season and his knowledge of the local businesses is an area we will be looking to harness from a sponsorship perspective.

Phil Govier, who everyone knows by now, has agreed to become the football side's treasurer although due to the current climate it is fair to say that Phil will not have a lot do (Ha Ha!).

The role of Commercial Manager remains vacant in addition to other posts on the committee as we look to build on this fantastic season. If you are interested please contact us.

29/05/2011: The Youth Win The League ... (Updated 30/05)

25/05/2011: The Reserves Win The Cup ... (Updated 30/05)

22/05/2011 - Pontardawe go out of the Futsal Tournament
A 24-1 win followed by a 7-5 defeat was not enough for the lads to qualify for the finals of the Futsal Tournament
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21/05/2011 - Pontardawe complete the Ground Changes
New dugouts and a new sink were the order of the day to ensure the club met the criterea for next season
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21/05/2011: Pontardawe Town featured in Football Focus Magazine
A real positive view of the football club has appeared in the magazine
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07/05/2011 - Alex and Darryl do us all proud in Scotland
We are proud to congratulate Alex Wild and Darryl Jeffries on winning their Boys Clubs of Wales caps against Scotland in East Fife recently. The Welsh lads lost 3-2 in an exciting game and our boys played very well with Alex scoring a scorching 30 yard goal. This was a great occasion for the Pontardawe Town boys and we congratulate them and their families on this excellent achievement

23/04/2011 : X-Factor Results

Corey Bevan : X-Factor Winner 2011
A great night for all and congratulations to everyone for making it a success.
Finalists included Bob Taylor, Garry Taylor / Andrew Stokes, Steve Price and All Girl Band ... The Boobies

16/04/2011 : Golf Tournament Results