Caerau Ely FC
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A community club est. in 1955. ARDAL SOUTH WEST LEAGUE CHAMPIONS 22/23, Welsh League Div One Champions 2014/15. Cwrt-Yr-Ala, CF5 5QS. Playing in the Cymru South
Cardiff, Wales
Joined May 2012
New Signing . Our 3rd signing of the window sees @DrewBanner join us from @Taffswellfc .Drew will bring an attacking edge and an eye for goal to our team as we build towards a busy period for the club. @CymruLeagues @FutbologyWales @YClwbPelDroed @AllWalesSport .#youngguns
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First home game of 2019 and what a great way to get the ball rolling lots of work has been going on behind the scenes at Cwrt Yr Ala firstly with the new stand being erected and now the YoungGuns being able to use these dreamy changing rooms.
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Fantastic for all associated with Caerau Ely AFC as we unveil our new stand at Cwrt Yr Ala. Thank you to Mark Rees and @mikeyjones1962 and all friends of the club who have helped to make this possible, we can't wait to get bums on seats ⚽️⚽️⚽️. #YoungGuns #Support
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WE ARE GOING UP!!!! . 4-1 winners at home against the 10 men of @AbergavennyTFC . 🔥🔥🔥🔥.congratulations @CraigSamo4 Gus and all the lads. @YClwbPelDroed.@ClassicSportsW.@mrhomescardiff.@Cardiffalarm. #YoungGuns #WeAreGoingUp #Promoted
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⚽️⚽️ Breaking News ⚽️⚽️.The Club are delighted to announce the signing of @Lloydtoghill for the the up coming season in the @FAWales South Chamipionship #Togpa #No6 #HeIsBack
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NATHAN COTTERALL announced as manager for the 2020/21 campaign. Club secretary Mike Jones quoted 'Nathan is a local lad who comes from a great pedigree with most of his playing career being played in the Welsh Premiership, his positive approach and attitude hasn't gone unnoticed
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Caerau Ely are delighted to announce that we have been awarded a Tier 2 Licence for next season. This comes off the back of our appeal which was due to an administrative issue. We look forward to our next 2 games & attempting to secure promotion to the Cymru South. #youngguns
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FULL TIME. Caerau Ely 1 - 0 @BalaTownFC . What a performance from the #youngguns today. A thoroughly deserved win today after working so hard with and without the ball. @CharlieLewis0 with the late winner! .Thanks to Bala for travelling. #YoungGuns #ONerthINerth.@mrhomescardiff
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In our last league game of the season we take on @GardenVillage12 at Cwrt Yr Ala. Ko 7pm. Win this and we win the @ArdalSouthern & gain promotion to the Cymru South. Thanks to everyone who has come to support us this season. We need you one more time! #youngguns #whereyoubelong
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ARDAL SOUTH WEST LEAGUE CHAMPIONS 22/23🏆. A massive thank you to our community for the support of our players and staff. They are proud to play for & represent this club & community & play their part in bringing success through hard work & determination. #youngguns #CymruSouth
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A 🧨🧨 of a goal for @JLWilliams25 tonight to make it 3-1 v @CardiffCorries in the JD Welsh Cup at Cwrt Yr Ala. @CymruLeagues @DomesticCymru @UpdatesCymru @CymruLeaguesfan @YClwbPelDroed
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It is with sad hearts Caerau Ely said goodbye to one of its own yesterday Karl Bridgeman father of current 1st team player Luke who past away after a long fight with illness. He will be sadly missed by all that had the pleasure of knowing him at the club. ❤
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@TomMclean_ joins us for the 23/24 season. An ambitious and experienced player who will push us to the next level. Welcome to Caerau Ely, Tom. #whereyoubelong #youngguns
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Delighted to welcome @JactDavies to Caerau Ely FC for the 23/24 season. Former @CF11Academy graduate & @CardiffMetFC player will add experience and quality to compliment the current playing squad. Croeso JD! .#youngguns #whereyoubelong
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Squeaky clean and ready to go for another weekend of football ⚽️⚽️⚽️
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Player signing - James Williams. A versatile, experienced and attacking Welsh league player, @JLWilliams25 will add to the growing strength and depth of this young team. Croeso James .#youngguns #whereyoubelong
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A great signing for the #YoungGuns as we welcome former Canton & Cardiff Dracs player @Lukedavies180 to Cwrt Yr Ala for 24/25 Season. Croeso i Caerau Luke! . #ONerthINerth #FromStrengthToStrength.@pel_cymru27436 @YClwbPelDroed @DomesticCymru @fooballcymru @YClwbPelDroed
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Thank you to all sponsors, coaches, back room staff, supporters and of course players who have worked tirelessly all season on and off the pitch as we celebrate our promotion as we bounce back to the 2nd tier of welsh football ⚽️⚽️. #ThankYou #Community #YoungGuns #MoreThanAClub
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Caerau Ely FC want to wish James Williams the very best. Having made a very difficult decision to retire we want to go on record to say what a pleasure it has been to have him at our club. An outstanding footballer & leader and a great ambassador. Good luck Shed!
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⚽️Club Statement⚽️. Goodluck and thank you from all at Caerau Ely @CraigSamo4 ⚽️⚽️⚽️. #YoungGuns #Samo #JDCymruSouth
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Player signing - Harry Johnson . Another important signing for the club as we near pre-season. @Harry_Johnson67 will be an asset to the club and add further to the quality and will no doubt play his part in a successful season. #youngguns #whereyoubelong
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We have been drawn to play @SwansOfficial in the @CymruLeagues #Nathaniel MG Cup. Tie to be played away on Aug 4/5th. Venue TBA. #youngguns #whereyoubelong
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So proud of Dean Wheeler winning the @CymruLeagues South Manager of the season award. Great to witness his contribution to the club and dedication to developing the players and staff over the season. Thanks for all your hardwork Dean. #youngguns
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3 Half Marathons in 3 days completed . Welldone Player/Assistant Manager Danny Hooper.A sincere Thank You to everyone who has donated to 2 great causes; the amazing NHS and the beautiful Marie Curie Hospice. Also a massive thank you to all for the support. Still time to donate ❤
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Today as a club we pay our respects to Warren Baker who sadly passed away on Sat 20th June. Warren played for Caerau Ely for over 15 years and as a club we pass our condolences onto Warren's family at this time ⚽️❤
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Well done to our first team manager Dean Wheeler on his award for manager of the month for September ⚽️👏🏻
September's #JDCymruLeagues Player and Manager of the Month award winners! 🏆.
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Tier 2 License now awarded ⚽️⚽️⚽️.
Appeals Body decision: @ColwynBayFC, @CaerauElyFC and @LlanelliTownAFC awarded Tier 2 Licence for 2020/21 season. @stmsportsafc refused Tier 2 Certification. #JDCymruLeagues 🏴⚽️.
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Vandalism at our club. Please help. We work tirelessly to create a fantastic Cymru South club for the community to be proud of. Some think it is a public park, damage fences, the pitch & fly tip at the ground. Please talk to your children,friends & family & make them aware . 😔
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Delighted that former @BristolCity Academy and @StratfordTownFC player @J_Turner99_ has signed for Caerau. Jack, a former @Ysgol_Glantaf & @lborouniversity student will bring his vast experience to benefit the team for the season ahead. Croeso Jack! .#youngguns #whereyoubelong
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*New Signing*. The YoungGuns welcome Danny Hooper to the club with an array of experience within the Welsh League and also a key member of the Welsh futsal team adding even more strength and depth to our team⚽️⚽️⚽️. #YoungGuns #NewSigning #WLD2
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Caerau ELY are delighted to announce our 1st new signing for the 22/23 season. Welcome @CalumBateman1 . #whereyoubelong
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Welcome back @exaucedimoneke1 .A confident and positive Welsh League player that will bring much needed experience for 24/25 season. Croeso i Caerau Ex!. @cymrusignings @YClwbPelDroed @AllWalesSport @fooballcymru . #ONerthINerth #fromstrengthtostrength
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Thank you all who respected the minute silence before the game today in remembrance of Mark James Richard's ⚽️⚽️⚽️
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Good luck to our long serving defender @DavidVincent33 who goes on trial with @NewportCounty today. Good luck Skipper. #YoungGuns #Progress.
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Happy 65th Birthday to Caerau’s No.1 Fan Dubba Richards.Won’t be at our game tonight as he’s on a cruise!!! 🛳️ .Hope you have a great day from all at the club! #youngguns
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Player Signing #4.We welcome Liam Bishop to .Caerau ELY for the 22/23 season. #whereyoubelong
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We welcome Tom Phillips as our 3rd signing this January. Tom will add strength in depth to our forward line as we face a backlog of games in the coming weeks. Welcome to Caerau Tom! #youngguns #whereyoubelong
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@CaerauElyFC are @FAWales Youth League South West Champions 23/24!.We are so proud of the players and staff and how this club represents and showcases the talent and passion in our community. Thanks to everyone who came out to support the boys tonight. #community #caerauely
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Goal for Caerau Ely FC. Luke Davies with a header from a brilliant corner from Liam Bishop. Caerau Ely FC 1 - 1 Trethomas. #YoungGuns #ONerthINerth
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Congratulations to the U19s team on winning the Welsh League Youth Cup. Hard work pays off
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Player Signing #2 We welcome Lathan Garrett to Caerau ELY for the 22/23 season. #whereyoubelong
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Everyone close to the club will be pleased to see local lad @ClaytonFarrah2 arrive @CaerauElyFC for the 22/23 season. Clayton joins us from @CDraconians and will be a brilliant addition to the team. #whereyoubelong #youngguns
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The YoungGuns welcome the return of Jamal Roberts back to Cwrt Yr Ala ground, an influential forward who helped Caerau Ely to win Division One back in season 2014/15 with his pace and eye for goal again another quality signing to add even more strength and depth to the squad⚽️⚽️
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Pleased to bring @brandongriff9 to Cwrt Yr Ala for the forthcoming season. Another experienced player who will bring pace to an exciting forward line. Welcome to Caerau, Brandon! .#youngguns #whereyoubelong
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Tier 2 License secured for the 24/25 season ✅. Huge thanks to all of our volunteers and all club staff as we secure a Tier 2 license for Cwrt Yr Ala.
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Lads worked industriously against an excellent @swans_academy yesterday. Lots of positives to take from the game for our young team but a fair result on the day. Good luck to Swansea and a huge thanks to @bflafc for their hospitality yesterday. #youngguns
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As we aim to add more quality and depth to our squad we are delighted that @RhysJonesGK has joined us. Rhys brings a wealth of experience and knowledge with him as we move into a tough period of games. @SouthWalesGK1
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**Transfer News**.The club is extremely pleased to welcome @josh_maxi98 from @CambrianBgc. Big thanks to Guppy and Cam for the transfer.
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Huge thanks to @BridgendSt for the very challenging and competitive game today. Both teams hoping to use the fixture as a springboard to achieving success in the months to come. Good luck to our opponents for the season ahead. #youngguns #whereyoubelong
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FT Caerau 6-1 @RiscaUtd . Goals from Ben Burns, @RameerOutlaw, @JamalRoberts1 & @lucky7smithy x3. @mywiwo @mrhomescardiff @ClassicSportsW.
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Great to see Joey Shephard, Jack Turner and club captain Jack Ashford flying the Caerau Ely flag for the Cymru South Wales Team. The lads all starting in a win for the South. They will now play in Serbia in Sept against sides made up from Serbia, North Macedonia and Slovakia.
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Everyone at Caerau Ely FC wishes Paulo Maldini a speedy recovery 🤝@TreharrisAthFC.
Following a horrendous incident in our match at the weekend, one we hope is never seen on or near a football pitch again. We are gutted to learn our attacking forward Paulo Maldini has suffered multiple injuries to the skull. GET WELL SOON DINI!👊🏻🤞🏻
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Caerau win it in a penalty shootout, Harry Johnson comes up big with two saves sending @caerauelyfc into the Last 16 of the @fawales 🏆 This came after a competitive contest with @GresfordFC 👏🏻 All the best for the season. Enjoy your weekend😍
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Looking forward to playing a very talented @SwansOfficial team in the @CymruLeagues #NathanielMGCup .#youngguns #whereyoubelong
🏆 Confirmation of the #NathanielMGCup second round ties following the draw at the Marston’s Stadium, home of inaugural winners Afan Lido. Ties will be played on 4/5 August 📅.
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We welcome Joey Shephard back to Caerau Ely for the 23/24 season. Delighted to add more quality and experience to our squad as we embark on an exciting season in the @CymruLeagues #cymrusouth .Welcome back Joey! . #youngguns #whereyoubelong
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Congratulations to 3 of our 1st team for playing in the North v South Regions Cup match today. 2-0 win for the South!.Well done Jash, Jack and Joey. 👏🏻⚽️.@CymruLeagues
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Delighted to sign @hazzlewiss A promising defender that will compliment our playing style & will add much needed quality to our team. Welcome to Caerau, Harrison!.Thanks to @AmmanfordAFC for the support with the transfer. #youngguns #ONerthINerth .@CymruLeagues @YClwbPelDroed
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Many thanks to @PontyclunFC ,their Youth coaches and all at the club for their support and concern of one of our players who was seriously injured in todays match. We are all extremely grateful for the help. Diolch 👊.
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A dominant win for Caerau tonight at Cwrt-Yr-Ala. A Jack Ashford double and a late strike from Tom McClean topped off a convincing performance from the home side. Thanks for your support this evening and all the best to @baglandragons for the rest of the season🤝 #JDCymruSouth🏆
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Happy to announce that @JamesDixon_1 has joined the YoungGuns for the new campaign ⚽️⚽️⚽️. #YoungGuns #NewRecruit #JDCymruSouth
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Delighted to add @ShaunGardiner15 to the Caerau team in this transfer window. A confident, young player that’ll add some much needed depth to our team. Welcome to Caerau, Shaun. #youngguns
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Delighted to be hosting @the_nomads at Cwrt Yr Ala live on @sgorio A fantastic opportunity to showcase the club, the area and our fabulous staff and fans. #YoungGuns #ONerthINerth.
Caerau Trelái i herio'r deiliaid yn fyw ar S4C 🤩. @CaerauElyFC to host #JDWelshCup holders @the_nomads in their first-ever televised match 📺. #CwpanCymruJD
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Let’s go . 🆚 @swans_academy .🏟 The Old Road, Briton Ferry.🏆 #NathanielMGCup.⏰ 2.30pm.🎟 Pay-on-the-day. @CymruLeagues | @NathanielCars.#youngguns
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FT Caerau 10-0 @DinasFc. Goals @lucky7smithy x3 @kofirowe x3 Cawley x2, Burns & Shephard. @mrhomescardiff @mywiwo @ClassicSportsW . #Cuprun.
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Looking forward to facing @BarryTownUnited in round 2 of the @FAWales #JDWelshCup. @YClwbPelDroed @FutbologyWales @AllWalesSport
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Great first preseason match last week against an excellent @CardiffCorries .Lots of minutes for players in an exciting match. Thanks to the Corries for the match and for staying after the game. @YClwbPelDroed @CymruLeagues @AllWalesSport @DomesticCymru.🎥 @HazRJones
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With news of being awarded our Tier 2 license after appeal. Manager Dan William's on interview quoted "Great news that we have achieved the Tier 2 Certification. Thank you to all the people at the club who have worked achieving it and who have worked on the appeals process".⚽️⚽️
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Thanks to @PontyclunFC Youth coaches, players and families for the generous gifts to our Youth player Ethan who was injured in a recent match between the teams. Classy as always from them. Diolch 👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻.
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Sad to hear of the recent passing of Mark James Richards. Mark played only for Caerau Ely for over 25 years from the age of 16, until he became player manager for our Vets team until retirement in his early forties.
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More pics from a fantastic away win yesterday against JD Cymru Leagues Welsh Prem stalwarts @BarryTownUnited in the #JDWelshCup @FAWales An end to end thriller. Caerau coming back to draw 3-3 and winning on pens. @AllWalesSport @YClwbPelDroed (Credit to Perry Dobbins for pics.)
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Massive thank you to Mark Rees and Mike Jones for pulling out all the stops with these very impressive changing rooms and continued investment into Caerau Ely AFC. #YoungGuns #Support #Investment #CwrtYrAla #Upgrades. @YClwbPelDroed.
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Seasons reflection from the gaffer @CraigSamo4 on a what has been a rollercoaster of a season ⚽️⚽️⚽️. @YClwbPelDroed.@eatsleep_footy. #YoungGuns #Gaffer
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FT.Caerau 5-1 @Penybont_FC . Goals from @RameerOutlaw, @JamalRoberts1 and @curtishutson_ with a hat-trick (2 pens). #YoungGuns.
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FULL TIME. A dogged and industrious performance from the #youngguns with goals from @ollyredhead1 @LiamBishop_9 giving Caerau the 3 points. Thanks to our hosts for the welcome. @AmmanfordAFC 0 - 2 Caerau Ely FC. #ONerthINerth #YoungGuns.@mrhomescardiff
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Today 'ONE OF OUR OWN' and a friend will be laid to rest. Fly high Karl Bridgeman a great man who will be sadly missed. Condolences to the Bridgeman family from everyone associated with Caerau Ely.
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@BarryTownUnited 3 - 3 Caerau Ely. 4-2 on pens. An end to end assault of a match today at Jenner Park. What a match with some fantastic football played by both teams. Caerau coming back 3 times to draw 3-3 in 90 mins. Caerau coming out on top in the pens. #YoungGuns #.
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Great performance from the lads today, the match was abandoned with not long left after a severe injury to Ben Symons .Thanks to @CefnCribwrFC for a top game and from all at the club we hope Ben Symons has a speedy recovery #youngguns #whereyoubelong
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Last free coaching sessions for 4-7 year olds @ 11:30-12:30 and 7-11 year olds 12:30-13:30 at Western Leisure today
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New Signing - Adam Coomer . Delighted to announce former @CardiffCityFC player and @MI_PE_Dept alumni @adam_coomer joins his local club. Croeso Adam! .#youngguns #whereyoubelong
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Delighted to announce that @ArronGarrett1 has joined the club for the 24/25 season. Arron brings a wealth of experience to a young squad and is a great addition as we head into a busy few weeks. @YClwbPelDroed @CymruLeagues @oceanparkarena1 @AllWalesSport .#ONerthINerth
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A slow start from the lads today but they soon got into their groove with goals from @CalumBateman1 (3) @LiamBishop_9 @oliverredhead & @ethanhayes011 Enough to see off a resolute @DinasPowysFc1 .Thanks to them for staying after the game .#youngguns #whereyoubelong
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We’ve drawn @BalaTownFC at home in the #jdwelshcup Looking forward to testing ourselves against @CymruLeagues Premier team. #youngguns #wherewebelong
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