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The Pembrokeshire Vikings embarked on a journey up the m4 to clash with the Cardiff Chiefs rFC on sunday, the 21st of April.
An enthralling afternoon of Mixed Ability Rugby unfolded, with the spirit of rugby prevailing. Despite the valiant effort, the Vikings found themselves outscored by the Chiefs, the scoreboard reading 47 to 28.
Displaying commendable sportsmanship, the Chiefs graciously bolstered the Vikings’ ranks by loaning some of their own players.
Scoring tries for the Vikings were Rob Sweeny, Callum
Power, and Ben Couceiro, with conversions executed by Callum Power (3) and Ben Couceiro (1).
A special salute goes out to Brothers Ben & Ashley Couceiro, Sean McKenzie Hughes, Marcus Greenish, Josh Price, John JC Ellis, Jack Colley, Bleddyn Gibbs, JohnJoe McDonagh, and Logan James. Their passionate performance epitomised the essence of MIXED ABILITY RUGBY.
In recognition of his outstanding contribution, Callum Power was named man of the match. Despite being thrust into an unfamiliar position at scrum half, Rob Sweeny’s commendable effort earned him the title of ‘dick of the day.’
John-Joe exhibited his characteristic dynamism on the field, while Sean Phillips and Travis French delivered resounding tackles to thwart the Cardiff attack.
Gratitude is extended to the Cardiff Chiefs for their warm hospitality, and a special mention goes to Dom Barrett from New York Welsh for his enthusiastic support.
Ben Couceiro dedicated his try to the team’s Kit man, Johnboy Evans, currently recuperating in hospital.
Wishing you a speedy recovery, John!
Heartfelt appreciation is owed to Pembrokeshire College for lending their Mini Bus for transportation and to Llandaff RFC for graciously hosting the event.
The Vikings squad
Sean Phillips, Bleddyn Gibbs, John-Joe McDonagh, Sean McKenzie Hughes, Ashley Couceiro, Benjamin Couceiro, John JC Ellis, Marcus Greenish, Gareth Rees, Callum Power, Jack Colley, Josh Price, Paul Clayton, Rob Sweeny, Travis French, Dave Roberts, Logan James, and Andrew Meddings.