Swansea Uplands RFC

And now our SURFS update

We are excited to let you know that last years Youth off field coaches & management team have agreed to follow our Youth players into senior rugby and will take the reins of the SURFS. Great continuity for the boys stepping up, providing an enthusiastic positive team to guide them, along with our loyal more experienced players to compete in league and cup fixtures. The squad are also supported behind the scenes by club physio Kev Munson.

It would be remiss not a say a huge thank you to everyone who gives their time behind the scenes during training and indeed on match day. This is where everything just happens through our volunteers for little or no reward just because it’s for the club. 💚💚

Role on August

We are delighted to announce that last year’s 1st XV off field management team are once more guiding us through the 2026/2027 season. Good luck gentlemen

As we enjoy our rugby summer break here's our Senior pre season friendlies & 1st XV fixtures for the coming season. We will notify you of the SURF fixtures as and when we receive them.

There are a few socials planned starting when we kick off the season on the 8th of August details to follow.

Evening All

On Saturday at the awards evening the 100 Club Draws were made for the below months with the following results: -

February
1st £150 - Eira Thomas
2nd £70 - Paul Withers
3rd £30 - Brian Perman
4th £15 - Mark Rippin

March
1st £150 - Bill Littlehales
2nd £70 - Simon Davies
3rd £30 - Nicola Margetts
4th £15 - Phil Griffths

April
1st £150 - Becky Foligno
2nd £70 - Pat John
3rd £30 - Paul Withers
4th £15 - Steve Fletcher

May
1st £150 - Ian Gilmore
2nd £70 - Tor Jones
3rd £30 - Bev Lansdowne
4th £15 - Chris Fletcher

Many thanks to our new members Tor Jones & Charlie Beynon along with all those who continue to support the Club the proceeds of which go toward pitch maintenance. The Christmas Bonus draws are already looking very healthy.

Also a big thank you to Pat John & Tor Jones who very generously donated their winnings to the Senior Tour to Canada.

What to get involved please reply to this email of contact Jayne Evans on 07974001631.

On Saturday as well as awards presented to players for the 2025/2026 season we were also able to present two senior stalwarts of Swansea Uplands RFC with our new caps.

Caps are a recognition of loyalty & commitment of players who have pulled on the green & white jersey for the 1st XV senior squad. Tom Edmunds & Dan Stephens would certainly bleed green never having worn the jersey of any other club. Both have come through or Junior Section and are a great example of what being a clubman is all about. Thank you both we look forward to you reaching the next landmark appearances.

Pictured is Tom being presented with his 250th cap & Dan with his 200th cap by Club Chairman Peter Evans.

A big thank you to everyone who joined us on Saturday night and making great night of celebration at our Annual Presentation Evening.
It was a great evening celebrating the achievements of our 1st XV for the 2025/2026 season. The boys have as always worked hard during the season and results have proved that with the 1st XV coming third up in their first year in Division One West.

The senior squad’s dedication and enthusiasm has been immense at training and games which is done whilst juggling the pressures and responsibilities of family and work commitments. The majority of the senior squad came through our Mini and Junior Sections which displays huge loyalty to the Green Machine.

Thanks also go to Paul Cullen & his team for a mouthwatering formal BBQ & dessert menu and also to Mike, Ruby & Lynette who kept us refreshed for the evening.

It was indeed an amazing evening with much laughter, song and dance led by the senior squad but not before the award winners were announced as follows:-

1st XV

Coaches Player of the Year – Peter Anson Sponsored by Gas South Wales

Unfortunately, Peter was unable to make the evening Head Coach Lewis Eynon made the announcement and spoke about Pete’s achievements and contribution this season to the squad

Supporters Player of the Year – Kieron Morris

Unfortunately Kieron was also unable to make the evening. Pictured Dan Stephens accepting the award on Kieron's behalf from 1st Team Manager Wayne Jervis.

Most Improved Player of the Year – Ioan Verhoevan, pictured being presented by S&C Coach Mark Rippin.

Players Player of the Year – Connor Lewis-Jones pictured being presented by 1st XV Forwards Coach Dylan Richards who spoke about LJ's outstanding season all the more remarkable given it was his first in senior rugby.

Clubman of the Year – Wayne Jervi, pictured being presented by Club Chairman Peter Evans

Huge congratulations to all the award winners but also to everyone who pulls on the green & white strips you are all winners thank you.

It would be remiss to not mention the efforts and commitment of the coaching staff and team management who really have brought this squad of players to the next level.

And of course, to physio Kev who goes above and beyond to patch the boys up week in week out.

The Coaching & Captains appointment for the forthcoming 2026/2027 season will be posted this weekend.

Presentation Ready 💚

Morning All

With Senior Presentation fast approaching on Saturday, tomorrow will be the last date to secure your seat as the table plan & food order will have been made.

So if you want to come along and celebrate this seasons achievements and see if your choice of player of the season is an award recipient please contact Jayne Evs by replying to this email or on 07974001631.

Doors open at 6.30pm.

Food consists of a delicious formal BBQ served by our catering partner Paul Cullen with a choice of:

Mains

Sizzler Rump Steak Served with Pepper Sauce
Lemon Chicken Kebab
Or Cherry Tomato, Courgette & Mixed Pepper Kebab
All served with TLC Salad – Tomato, Lettuce & Cucumber Salad Red Onion Coleslaw Potato & Spring Onion Salad BBQ Pan Roasted Potato with Garlic and Rosemary Accompanied By Farmhouse Breads & Welsh Salted Butter Garlic Mayonnaise, BBQ Sauce, Sriracha Sauce, Wholegrain Mustard, Ketchup, Sweet Chilli Sauce.

Dessert

Pineapple & Coconut Kebabs served with Clotted Cream Ice-cream
Or
Welsh Cheeseboard Accompanied by a selection of Water Biscuits, Farmhouse Breads, Welsh Salted Butter & Silver Skinned Onions.

Have a great week.

This weekend sees our Under 15's involved in the Gower Rugby Clash at Fall Bay RFC. The boys are playing today in the two day festival which promises to be a great day with the weather looking very nice for the Bank Holiday Weekend. Go well gents enjoy.

Tomorrow we hold our annual Champagne Morning which is a sell out. Doors open at 11.30am come along early to get the best seats.

Wednesday it's our first ever Vibe Tribe. All ladies very welcome and pay at the door 🩷🪘come and have an hour of laughs and shenanigans- the bar will be open for any refreshments to add to the madness

Have a great half term week all

Champagne Morning is all sold avoid disappointment by reserving your place at Vibe Tribe in the 27th of May or Senior Presentation on the 6th of June.

Message Jayne Evs on 07974001631