A great weekend of rugby for Gwernyfed started off with a large crowd supporting the local derby between Gwernyfed and Brecon Under 16s on Friday evening.

Both sides entertained the crowds in what proved to be an excellent game, showing that a promising future is in store for both clubs.

It was Gwernyfed however who pulled away to register a fine 43-17 victory.

The two senior men's sides both had away fixtures in Gwent within a few miles, so loaded up the bus to travel across the county border.

The first team kept their unbeaten run this season intact as they recorded a convincing 11-try victory against Whitehead, with a final score of 69-12.

Following the usual pattern against bigger opposition who prefer the forward route, Gwernyfed scored four first half tries to lead 26-12 at half time.

In the second half the superior fitness saw a further seven tries scored with some excellent play up front, which released the green, white and black’s exciting young backs.

Lloyd Powell at number 8 had another outstanding game, notching a hat-trick of tries with winger Cal Ferguson and centre Gethin Davies each notching a each.

The win moves the side up to second place in the league with games in hand.

The Athletic meanwhile consolidated their top spot on the Dragons league with a close victory against Blackwood Griffins - with a 26-24 scoreline.

Will Powell, returning from injury, led the way with a brace of tries, with Gareth Dodd and Ieaun Thomas also touching down.

The Ladies team rounded off a great weekend for senior rugby as they defeated visitors Old Penarthians 24-20.

The win sees them climb the league.

Well led by skipper Bronnie Jones, the home side notched four tries.

A brace of tries came from Summer Chick and there was one each from Meg Nicolas and Sophie Licence-Law. Two important conversions by Cerys Evans cemented an excellent win.

With many matches at junior and Red Kites level within the club over the weekend, overall it was a very enjoyable and successful couple of days for players and supporters across the board.