Ammanford RFC wins annual Andy Powell Memorial Cup

This year's match against Morriston took place in the sunshine at Maes Collen, Morriston on August 31.

There was a minute applause ahead of kick off (Image: Stuart Ladd)

The game, an annual pre-season fixture, honours Andy Powell, a celebrated coach and player who represented both teams during his career.

A minute's applause for the "gentleman of rugby" preceded the kick-off.

Ammanford didn't hesitate to get on the scoreboard, with Callan Davies scoring the first try out wide.

Ammanford won 55-21 (Image: Stuart Ladd)

The team continued to dominate the game, try after try, from Josh Watkins, Liam Smith, Marco Dallavalle, Fraser Gregory, and a double from Ollie Harris.

Sam Potter added to the score with a try and five conversions.

Morriston fought till the end, scoring three converted tries.

Ammanford scored eight tries (Image: Stuart Ladd)

Ultimately, it was Ammanford who triumphed with a final score of 55-21, an excellent warm-up for their initial 2024-25 WRU Championship West match on Saturday, September 7 away to Dunvant.

Their first home game follows a week later, with Trebanos visiting.

It was a good pre-season win ahead of next week's league opener (Image: Stuart Ladd)

Celebrations will include the club's annual ladies day event, with participants enjoying afternoon tea and Prosecco.