There is a special moment for Ystrad Rhondda RFC this weekend as Ethan Trehane-Ennis is set to make his senior debut after progressing through the club’s youth system.

Ystrad travel west to face Llangennech RFC in the Admiral Premiership, with another tough away fixture awaiting. Llangennech have shown they are capable of strong performances, particularly on their own patch, and will look to impose themselves early.

For Ystrad, the focus remains consistent — stay competitive, build phases where possible and continue to develop against established Premiership opposition.

Team Overview

Forwards

The front row sees Tom Stacey, Liam Wiggins and Leon Moore selected, with the trio tasked with providing a solid platform at set piece.

In the second row, James Owen partners Cole Parry, offering physicality in the tight exchanges and around the field.

The back row of Morgan Burgess, Jack Rees and Kelly Jones brings work rate and energy, with all three expected to contribute heavily in both defence and at the breakdown.

Backs

At half-back, Callum Phillips starts at scrum-half alongside Jacob Symes at outside-half, with the pair responsible for managing the game and controlling territory.

In midfield, Logan Hutchings and Cole Morgan combine, offering a balance of direct running and defensive organisation.

The back three sees Cavan Davies and Kurtis Williams on the wings, with Alex Webber positioned at full-back to provide cover and attacking threat from deep.

Finishers

Ystrad’s replacements provide cover across the squad. Carl Williams and Daniel Morgan offer front row reinforcement, with Ethan Trehane-Ennis included and set to make his senior debut after progressing through the club’s youth system — a great moment for both player and club.

Lloyd Matthews and Mason Roderick add further depth in the pack, while Keian Richards, Lewis Williams and Josh Williams provide options in the backs to make an impact as the game progresses.

The Opposition

Llangennech are a physical and well-drilled side, particularly strong at home where they look to build momentum through their forward play and intensity.

They will look to dictate the pace of the game early and put pressure on visiting sides through direct, structured rugby.

Final Thoughts

For Ystrad, this represents another tough away fixture against a side that will look to control the game on home soil.

Accuracy at set piece, discipline and the ability to manage key moments will be crucial if Ystrad are to remain competitive throughout the 80 minutes.

The objective remains the same — stay in the contest, apply pressure where possible and continue to build against strong Premiership opposition.