Aberavon Rugby Club

𝐖𝐄𝐋𝐂𝐎𝐌𝐄 𝐓𝐎 𝐀𝐁𝐄𝐑𝐀𝐕𝐎𝐍, 𝐂𝐇𝐀𝐑𝐋𝐈𝐄 ✍️

Aberavon Rugby are delighted to confirm the appointment of Charlie Jones as our new Lead Athletic Performance Coach.

Charlie joins the Wizards in what represents a significant addition to our performance programme ahead of the 2026/27 Super Rygbi Cymru season.

A new role. A new level of provision. A significant step forward 📈

Welcome to the Wizards, Charlie! 🧙‍♂️🔴⚫️

From Wizard to coach. The next chapter.

🌐 Read the full story and hear from Stef and Head Coach Chris Davies.

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Stef Andrews Returns to Aberavon as Performance Coach Aberavon RFC is delighted to announce the appointment of former Wizard Stef Andrews as Performance Coach, as the club continues to strengthen its coaching team ahead of the 2026/27 Super Rygbi Cymr…

Wizard Wednesday | John Bevan

As we celebrate 150 years of Aberavon Rugby Club, every Wednesday we'll look back at the players who have worn the Blood & Black with pride and helped shape the club's rich history.

This week's Wizard is John Bevan.

🏉 Position: Fly Half

Born in Neath in March 1948, John Bevan built a reputation as one of the most gifted fly-halves to ever pull on the Blood & Black. Alongside his rugby, he studied at St Luke's College in Exeter, but it was at Aberavon where his talent truly shone, forming a famous half-back partnership with Clive Shell that opposition defences dreaded facing.

His club form didn't go unnoticed on the bigger stage. In 1974 he lined up for the Barbarians against the touring New Zealand side at Twickenham, and within months he'd won the first of four Welsh caps, making his Test debut against France in Paris in January 1975. Three years later, in 1977, he earned Lions honours, touring New Zealand and playing in 12 matches for the British Isles.

After hanging up his boots, John stayed close to the club he loved, coaching Aberavon before taking the reins of the Welsh national side from 1982 to 1985. Sadly, he passed away in June 1986 at just 38 years old — but his impact on Aberavon and Welsh rugby has never been forgotten.

Thank you for everything you gave to the Wizards.

💬 Supporters: What's your favourite memory of watching John Bevan in the Blood & Black? Share your stories and photos in the comments.

🔴⚫ STEF ANDREWS RETURNS

Aberavon is delighted to announce the appointment of former Wizard Stef Andrews as Performance Coach.

After 12 years representing the club as a player, Stef returns to the Talbot Athletic Ground as part of our coaching team for our historic 150th season.

From Wizard to coach. The next chapter.

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🎟️ SEASON TICKETS 2026/27 🎟️

Get yours tomorrow, Wednesday 12th August!

📍 At the club
🕙 10am–12pm & 1pm–3pm

Can’t make it tomorrow? No problem — we’ll also be selling on Saturday from 1pm, ahead of kick-off against London Welsh🏴󠁧󠁢󠁷󠁬󠁳󠁿

See you there! 🔴⚫

Saturday 15th of August, at 2:30PM we continue our pre season matches. Up next is London Welsh at the Talbot Athletic Ground.

Dont miss the action!

As part of our build-up to the Clifton game, we visited Aberavon Green Stars Rfc for a team run.

Great to get out into the community and see the real depth in local talent — thanks to everyone who made it happen!

📸 Credit: S J McCarthy
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🏉 TAKING PRE-SEASON INTO THE COMMUNITY

This August, we’re taking our preparations for the new season out to the community clubs that are such an important part of rugby in our area.

We kicked things off with a brilliant evening at Aberavon Greenstars last Thursday, with visits to Tata Steel, Baglan and Cwmafan to follow over the coming weeks.

🗣️ “We’re all part of the same rugby community. For us, it’s about being visible, building relationships and making sure there is a genuine connection between Aberavon and rugby throughout the area.”

— Head Coach, Chris Davies

Greenstars Head Coach Foard Cooksley also spoke about the benefit of the session and the opportunity for their players to experience the standards of an SRC side.

📅 Tata Steel — 13 August
📅 Baglan — 20 August
📅 Cwmafan — 27 August

🔗 Read the full story and reaction on our website.

Aberavon Taking Pre-Season into the Community Aberavon RFC is taking its pre-season preparations out into the local rugby community this August, with the Wizards visiting four community clubs as part of the build-up to the 2026/27 season. The …

🔴⚫ 150 PERFORMANCE RANGE | PRE-ORDERS OPEN

Our new Aberavon RFC 150 Performance Range is now available to pre-order!

📅 Pre-order deadline: Friday 21 August
👕 View the full range online
📏 Size guides available to help you find the right fit
🏠 A limited amount of stock will also be available in our club shop

If you want to guarantee your preferred item and size, make sure you order before the deadline.

👉 SHOP THE 150 PERFORMANCE RANGE NOW

150 Performance Range – Pre-Orders Now Open We’re delighted to launch the Aberavon RFC 150 Performance Range, part of our collection celebrating the club’s 150th anniversary season. The new Performance Range is now available to pre-order onl…