Pontypridd v Abercwmboi – Matchday Preview

Pontypridd RFC get their 2024/25 pre-season schedule underway on Friday 2nd August when we welcome Abercwmboi RFC to Sardis Road. The friendly match kicks off at 7:30pm.

Pontypridd have played Abercwmboi three times in the Club’s history – all the games were pre-season friendlies prior to the 1993/94, 2011/12 and 2017/18 seasons and all of the encounters ended up being comfortable wins for Ponty away against The Village.

Friday will herald the first time Abercwmboi have played Pontypridd at Sardis Road, although the men from The Welfare Ground have appeared in various Mid District finals at Sardis over the years. Under the guidance of current Head Coach and former Valley Commandos’ favourite Dafydd Lockyer, Abercwmboi consolidated themselves in Division 1 East Central last season finishing 8th, and their ‘Second XV’ won the Keith Jones Mid District Cup.

Tomorrow evening’s match promises to be a good first pre-season test for Pontypridd who will be utilising a mixture of its core squad, wider squad and trialists who will be looking to impress. It’ll also be a great opportunity for supporters to come and see some of Ponty’s exciting new signings in action for the first time in 2024.

SUPPORTER INFORMATION:

Tickets – Friday’s match is all-pay therefore season tickets aren’t valid (except for Gold Card members) and admission prices will be £5.00 full, £4.00 concession access-all-areas and under 16’s free if accompanied by a paying adult. Our E-ticketing service isn’t available for our pre-season matches so tickets can only be purchased on the day. We accept both cash and card but please note that cash payments will likely allow quicker entry into the stadium. Supporter access is via the Clubhouse end of the ground only.

Club Shop – The Club, and indeed the Club Shop is awaiting its brand new playing kit and merchandise ahead of the new season so the shop is closed and having a revamp until all the new stock is available.

Ground opening – The Clubhouse will be open from 6:00pm onwards, so why not come along early after work and enjoy some refreshments before the match.

We are looking forward to welcoming both sets of supporters to Sardis Road Friday evening.