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It is a privilege and an honour for me to have been elected President of Brecon RFC. I came to Brecon in 1978 in the twilight of my rugby career and played for the firsts, seconds, thirds and veterans. I joined the committee c.1990 and then became Club Secretary in 2000 for a period of 12 years. Prior to that in 1994 I was team Manager of the Youth XV for 16 years. I have also continued to deal with the distribution of international tickets from 2000 to the present time.

At the start of the last few seasons we have taken a deep breath and said “this year will be a challenge” – and so it goes on this coming season. The positive side is that we have overcome each previous challenge and stepped up the divisions to what is now the pinnacle of community rugby – the Premiership. With the development that the Athletic side has achieved over recent seasons they have now been accepted into the National League Division 6 East Central. I am sure that with a strengthened coaching team they will be looking for promotion.

Having been involved with the Youth XV for such a long time, I am know the importance of our Youth, Junior and Mini sections. It has always been a challenge to hold onto our players as they come out of the Youth XV but I am sure that the combination of a revised coaching team at these levels and the new pathway structure will ensure progress. Thank you to all involved with these sections.

Success on the field does not come without a willing support network – stretching from the Committee and coaching staff to the bar and catering staff and an army of other dedicated volunteers. Thank you for your time and effort.

The season sees a new beginning on our administrative side with Angharad Woodland becoming the first female Chair of the Club. Congratulations to her; I know she has the vision to push the Club forward. Behind her a new Committee has been formed with the emphasis on spreading the workload. Thank you to all who have come forward and volunteered your time and expertise.

Supporters coming to Parc de Pugh this season will see our new Kiosk which will house a bar and provide refreshments. We are greatly indebted to Gary Bowen and W. W. Bowen Ltd. for the impressive work that has gone into this enviable construction. Both the Clubhouse and Kiosk will be under the control of our Club Operations Manager – Sharon Williams and her staff. I wish to thank them for their hard work and dedication throughout the year.  

I would like to say a personal thank you to all our Sponsors for your generous support; without you we would be unable to survive. I hope that you will continue to support us for many years to come. It is also great to see the loyal supporters we have for matches – both home and away. I am sure the players really appreciate this dedication and thank you. I believe that the attractive rugby we play makes the afternoon enjoyable. 

We therefore look forward to the forthcoming season with eager anticipation for all our teams and warmly welcome all of our visiting opponents and their supporters. We hope that you will join us in the Clubhouse post match where you will receive a warm and friendly welcome.

Peter Owens

President Brecon RFC