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0:00:00 > 0:00:02- Five contestants.
0:00:03 > 0:00:04- Ten weeks.
0:00:05 > 0:00:08- One aim. Who will come out on top?
0:00:10 > 0:00:16- I can announce that the person - who will stand up is...
0:00:42 > 0:00:46- Hello and welcome to the - Bridgend Taff Ely Urdd Eisteddfod...
0:00:46 > 0:00:49- ..and a special - Learners' Medal programme.
0:00:49 > 0:00:52- The medal is the pinnacle...
0:00:53 > 0:00:55- ..an opportunity - to reward an individual...
0:00:55 > 0:01:00- ..who's shown passion and commitment - to learn and speak Welsh.
0:01:00 > 0:01:03- Five individuals - are battling it out this year.
0:01:04 > 0:01:07- Over the next half hour, - we'll follow a ten-week journey...
0:01:08 > 0:01:12- ..which started in Llangrannog with - a day of activities and tasks...
0:01:12 > 0:01:14- ..and plenty of talking!
0:01:20 > 0:01:22- I'm Kayleigh from Ystalyfera.
0:01:22 > 0:01:29- I hope to become a Welsh teacher - so that I can speak Welsh every day.
0:01:29 > 0:01:32- I'm Jess and I live in Bridgend.
0:01:32 > 0:01:37- I'm learning Welsh because I want - to develop a better relationship...
0:01:37 > 0:01:40- ..with my family and my community.
0:01:40 > 0:01:44- I'm Owen Thomas and I live in Tenby.
0:01:44 > 0:01:48- I want to become a teacher - and speak Welsh every day.
0:01:49 > 0:01:52- I'm Sophie and I live in Cardiff.
0:01:52 > 0:01:54- I'm learning Welsh - - it's very special to me.
0:01:55 > 0:02:00- Everyone should speak Welsh.
0:02:00 > 0:02:05- I'm Rebecca Jones. I'm 22 years old. - I come from Aberdare.
0:02:06 > 0:02:08- I would like to continue - speaking Welsh.
0:02:08 > 0:02:11- I have links to Rhondda Cynon Taf's - Menter Iaith.
0:02:12 > 0:02:14- I look forward to working - with them...
0:02:14 > 0:02:17- ..to encourage young people - to study.
0:02:27 > 0:02:29- Gina and Eirian, - the big day has arrived.
0:02:30 > 0:02:32- Nice to be back in Llangrannog?
0:02:32 > 0:02:35- It's wonderful to be back, - it's a lovely place.
0:02:35 > 0:02:39- What are the challenges today - - what are you looking for?
0:02:40 > 0:02:43- Of course, - we're looking for language skills...
0:02:44 > 0:02:46- ..and their ability to communicate.
0:02:46 > 0:02:49- There will be a short exercise - for written Welsh.
0:02:49 > 0:02:52- We'll look at their writing skills.
0:02:52 > 0:02:57- What we want to see is students - speaking Welsh, communicating...
0:02:57 > 0:03:01- ..and working together - through the medium of Welsh.
0:03:02 > 0:03:04- What hurdles must they overcome?
0:03:04 > 0:03:07- I think confidence - is the key struggle.
0:03:07 > 0:03:12- These five have shown the enthusiasm - and confidence to compete.
0:03:12 > 0:03:17- It's difficult speaking to strangers - and we'll evaluate that.
0:03:17 > 0:03:21- It's difficult speaking - to someone of the same age...
0:03:21 > 0:03:25- ..and convincing them - to speak Welsh in their communities.
0:03:25 > 0:03:29- That's the most important aspect - of the competition.
0:03:29 > 0:03:34- You've made me very excited. - Good luck with your adjudication.
0:03:39 > 0:03:43- Are you competitive? In a cart race, - would you be competitive?
0:03:43 > 0:03:44- Yes, I am.
0:03:44 > 0:03:46- Are you competitive today?
0:03:46 > 0:03:47- Are you competitive today?- - Yes, I am.
0:03:47 > 0:03:49- Why do you want to win?
0:03:49 > 0:03:53- I tell everyone - that I can speak Welsh...
0:03:53 > 0:03:55- ..that I've learnt Welsh.
0:03:55 > 0:03:57- Everyone looks up to me.
0:03:57 > 0:03:59- You like that feeling.
0:03:59 > 0:04:00- You like that feeling.- - Yes, I do.
0:04:01 > 0:04:03- Time for the first task.
0:04:03 > 0:04:06- An opportunity - to get to know each other.
0:04:07 > 0:04:09- Have you met a famous person?
0:04:10 > 0:04:14- I like staying in a hotel. - Have you ever been camping?
0:04:15 > 0:04:17- George North. Is he famous?
0:04:17 > 0:04:20- Of course George North is famous!
0:04:21 > 0:04:25- Have you competed in an eisteddfod? - You have this year!
0:04:25 > 0:04:28- Choose a card - and answer the question.
0:04:29 > 0:04:33- Next Saturday - I'll be celebrating my birthday.
0:04:34 > 0:04:35- Excellent.
0:04:35 > 0:04:38- Excellent.- - My favourite word is 'hiraeth'.
0:04:41 > 0:04:42- What's your favourite Welsh word?
0:04:42 > 0:04:45- Popty ping.
0:04:48 > 0:04:53- Was there a moment when you - thought, "I want to learn Welsh"?
0:04:53 > 0:04:56- In secondary school Welsh lessons...
0:04:56 > 0:05:00- ..I enjoyed seeing - how the language worked.
0:05:00 > 0:05:03- I like mathematics. - That's probably why.
0:05:03 > 0:05:07- Excellent. Good luck with the tasks.
0:05:08 > 0:05:10- After breaking the ice...
0:05:11 > 0:05:14- ..we're off outside - for the second task.
0:05:15 > 0:05:17- How will they cope - working as a team?
0:05:18 > 0:05:22- Well, they're in the forest - building a shelter...
0:05:22 > 0:05:26- ..which will be handy - because it's just started raining!
0:05:26 > 0:05:29- Fair play, - they've really gone for it.
0:05:29 > 0:05:31- I'm going to check things out.
0:05:35 > 0:05:37- The construction - isn't that important.
0:05:38 > 0:05:43- They're cooperating, - communicating, working as a team...
0:05:43 > 0:05:47- ..and it's great to see them - enjoying the language.
0:06:00 > 0:06:03- Why do you want to - continue speaking Welsh?
0:06:04 > 0:06:06- One day, hopefully...
0:06:06 > 0:06:08- ..I want to be a doctor.
0:06:09 > 0:06:14- I'd like to speak Welsh - in the hospital, hopefully!
0:06:14 > 0:06:15- Great.
0:06:15 > 0:06:19- Good luck - with the rest of the tasks today.
0:06:20 > 0:06:21- Thank you.
0:06:24 > 0:06:27- Branwen, - you organised this competition.
0:06:28 > 0:06:29- This is important to the Urdd.
0:06:29 > 0:06:32- This is important to the Urdd.- - We work with hundreds of learners.
0:06:32 > 0:06:36- For me, this is the pinnacle - of our work with learners.
0:06:36 > 0:06:38- We can celebrate their successes.
0:06:39 > 0:06:42- Are you excited about - the big day at the Eisteddfod?
0:06:43 > 0:06:47- Three of the five will be chosen - for the final at the Eisteddfod.
0:06:47 > 0:06:51- They will face another full day - of activities.
0:06:51 > 0:06:53- We will then have one winner.
0:06:53 > 0:06:57- Three will be chosen today. - They're such a lovely group.
0:06:57 > 0:06:59- You know them well by now.
0:06:59 > 0:07:03- You can get emotional - listening to their stories...
0:07:03 > 0:07:07- ..and discovering - how hard they've worked.
0:07:12 > 0:07:15- Rebecca, do you want to come with me - to the ski centre?
0:07:15 > 0:07:17- I don't know if I can ski.
0:07:17 > 0:07:20- I know you learnt Welsh - for a reason.
0:07:21 > 0:07:22- Yes.
0:07:22 > 0:07:23- What is that reason?
0:07:23 > 0:07:25- What is that reason?- - Mam-gu can speak Welsh.
0:07:26 > 0:07:31- Mam couldn't speak Welsh but - I want to be able to speak Welsh.
0:07:31 > 0:07:33- How does Mam-gu feel?
0:07:33 > 0:07:36- I'm sure she's proud - that I'm competing.
0:07:40 > 0:07:43- This is a very varied competition.
0:07:43 > 0:07:48- They've built a shelter, - they've worked as a team.
0:07:48 > 0:07:51- An important aspect - is the interview.
0:07:52 > 0:07:57- Do you have advice for anyone - learning Welsh, how to go about it?
0:07:58 > 0:08:02- I'd encourage them to speak Welsh - as much as they can...
0:08:02 > 0:08:04- ..not just written Welsh in school.
0:08:05 > 0:08:08- If they have - the opportunity outside school...
0:08:09 > 0:08:11- ..speak Welsh as much as you can.
0:08:11 > 0:08:15- How do you use Welsh - in your everyday life?
0:08:15 > 0:08:18- I work in WHSmith.
0:08:18 > 0:08:23- I wear a lanyard - to show that I can speak Welsh...
0:08:23 > 0:08:27- ..or I'm trying to speak Welsh.
0:08:27 > 0:08:32- How do you use Welsh - in your everyday life?
0:08:32 > 0:08:37- In school, I help out - with Year 7 pupils and the staff.
0:08:38 > 0:08:40- I help them with school activities.
0:08:41 > 0:08:43- How will you use Welsh every day?
0:08:45 > 0:08:47- I'd like to be a doctor - in the future.
0:08:48 > 0:08:53- For patients who have Alzheimer's - or who've had a stroke...
0:08:55 > 0:08:59- ..they sometimes forget - how to speak English...
0:08:59 > 0:09:00- ..and only speak Welsh.
0:09:01 > 0:09:03- Why compete for this medal?
0:09:03 > 0:09:08- I wanted to show other youngsters, - especially in Rhondda Cynon Taf...
0:09:09 > 0:09:10- ..that it is important.
0:09:11 > 0:09:14- There's no need to leave the Valleys - to find opportunities...
0:09:15 > 0:09:18- ..to speak Welsh - - the language is alive in the county.
0:09:19 > 0:09:22- Sophie, how has today been so far?
0:09:22 > 0:09:25- OK. It's difficult.
0:09:26 > 0:09:29- It's a great opportunity.
0:09:29 > 0:09:33- I've met new people - and spoken Welsh to them.
0:09:33 > 0:09:37- It's interesting speaking - conversational Welsh.
0:09:37 > 0:09:40- In an informal way.
0:09:41 > 0:09:45- You enjoy languages - you speak - French and you study English.
0:09:45 > 0:09:47- What about Welsh grammar?
0:09:48 > 0:09:51- I love Welsh grammar. - I absolutely love it!
0:09:52 > 0:09:56- Branwen, we're in the gym. - What's the next task?
0:09:56 > 0:09:59- Pretending to carry - a bucket of toxic waste...
0:10:00 > 0:10:03- ..using nothing but ropes, from - one end of the room to the other.
0:10:04 > 0:10:06- It's a communication exercise.
0:10:39 > 0:10:41- Done it? Yes.
0:10:44 > 0:10:47- The tasks have been completed - in Llangrannog.
0:10:47 > 0:10:51- Only three will progress - to the final at the Eisteddfod.
0:10:51 > 0:10:55- It's time for Gina and Eirian - to announce their decision.
0:10:56 > 0:11:00- You've all done so well today. - I've really enjoyed myself.
0:11:01 > 0:11:05- I think you've enjoyed it too. - Congratulations. Thank you.
0:11:05 > 0:11:08- You've all been brilliant...
0:11:08 > 0:11:14- ..but the three we're inviting - to the Eisteddfod are Sophie...
0:11:16 > 0:11:17- ..Kayleigh...
0:11:18 > 0:11:20- ..and Rebecca - well done.
0:11:26 > 0:11:27- Congratulations.
0:11:27 > 0:11:29- Congratulations.- - Thank you very much.
0:11:29 > 0:11:32- It's been a good day. - How do you feel?
0:11:32 > 0:11:34- I'm so happy.
0:11:34 > 0:11:37- I still don't believe - it's happening.
0:11:37 > 0:11:41- You still don't believe it? - Good luck at the Eisteddfod.
0:11:42 > 0:11:43- Thank you.
0:11:43 > 0:11:48- You didn't make it through - but congratulations, what a day.
0:11:48 > 0:11:52- Today has been incredible.
0:11:52 > 0:11:56- I feel more confident - when I speak Welsh now.
0:11:56 > 0:11:59- Great. High five for you.
0:12:00 > 0:12:02- Kayleigh, are you happy?
0:12:02 > 0:12:04- Kayleigh, are you happy?- - Yes, I'm very happy.
0:12:04 > 0:12:06- I'm looking forward - to the next round.
0:12:07 > 0:12:08- Good luck.
0:12:08 > 0:12:10- Owen, are you OK?
0:12:10 > 0:12:11- Owen, are you OK?- - Yes, I'm OK.
0:12:11 > 0:12:13- You didn't make it through.
0:12:13 > 0:12:18- I've learnt a lot. - It's helped me with my Welsh.
0:12:18 > 0:12:19- I'm fine with it.
0:12:20 > 0:12:23- Congratulations, Rebecca. - Are you excited?
0:12:23 > 0:12:25- Yes, yes.
0:12:25 > 0:12:27- Was it a shock, were you confident?
0:12:27 > 0:12:29- Was it a shock, were you confident?- - It was a shock.
0:12:29 > 0:12:33- This is the first time - I've competed at an Eisteddfod.
0:12:33 > 0:12:35- It'll be a great experience.
0:12:35 > 0:12:38- After the break, more challenges...
0:12:38 > 0:12:43- ..and we'll meet the winner of - the Urdd Eisteddfod Learners' Medal.
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0:12:55 > 0:12:55- Subtitles
0:12:55 > 0:12:57- Subtitles- - Subtitles
0:13:01 > 0:13:07- Welcome back to the 2017 - Bridgend Taff Ely Urdd Eisteddfod.
0:13:07 > 0:13:10- In the first part, - we saw the five contestants...
0:13:10 > 0:13:14- ..enjoying the activities - in the Llangrannog Urdd camp.
0:13:14 > 0:13:16- The five have become three.
0:13:16 > 0:13:19- The first task - for Kayleigh, Rebecca and Sophie...
0:13:20 > 0:13:24- ..is to help in the welcome centre - whilst being watched by the judges.
0:13:40 > 0:13:43- Eirian and Gina, - the big day has arrived.
0:13:43 > 0:13:48- The ceremony is this afternoon but - there's plenty of work to do first.
0:13:48 > 0:13:53- We're in the welcome centre - - what's this morning's task, Eirian?
0:13:53 > 0:13:57- To speak to the public - and welcome them to the Eisteddfod.
0:13:57 > 0:14:02- I hope it's fun for them and - it gives them the chance to relax.
0:14:02 > 0:14:04- They're very confident.
0:14:04 > 0:14:07- They're bound to enjoy it.
0:14:07 > 0:14:11- It's very noisy here, - we're struggling to hear each other.
0:14:11 > 0:14:13- Will it add to the challenge?
0:14:13 > 0:14:15- Will it add to the challenge?- - It might well do.
0:14:15 > 0:14:19- There are so many people here, - they'll have to concentrate.
0:14:20 > 0:14:25- It's a great experience for them to - speak to people from across Wales...
0:14:25 > 0:14:29- ..and meet people of all ages - so it'll be a special experience.
0:14:34 > 0:14:37- Put all the tickets in a pile.
0:14:37 > 0:14:42- Some will be paper tickets, put - those to one side and scan them.
0:14:45 > 0:14:48- Thank you. Are you OK? - What are you doing here today?
0:14:49 > 0:14:52- The little one's competing - in the cerdd dant.
0:14:52 > 0:14:54- OK. Good luck to you.
0:14:55 > 0:14:58- I think the other girls - are very good.
0:14:58 > 0:15:01- We're all in with a chance - of winning.
0:15:01 > 0:15:04- Of course, I want to win - or I wouldn't be here...
0:15:05 > 0:15:09- ..but I'm just happy to be here - trying to inspire people.
0:15:09 > 0:15:12- I'm looking forward - to the different tasks.
0:15:14 > 0:15:17- I'm giving stickers out...
0:15:20 > 0:15:23- ..and giving maps out.
0:15:24 > 0:15:28- Are you competing today or just - here to enjoy yourselves? Lovely.
0:15:29 > 0:15:33- This is the first time - I've been on the Eisteddfod maes...
0:15:33 > 0:15:36- ..and the first time I've competed.
0:15:37 > 0:15:40- After a busy and noisy morning - at the welcome centre...
0:15:40 > 0:15:46- ..all three step in front - of the microphone...
0:15:46 > 0:15:50- ..to introduce the guest speakers - in front of the press.
0:15:50 > 0:15:53- I'll be talking about Llangrannog.
0:15:53 > 0:15:58- Was it challenging - standing up on the podium?
0:15:58 > 0:16:02- It was difficult to speak in front - of a large group of people.
0:16:03 > 0:16:06- It wasn't too large - and it was quite nice.
0:16:07 > 0:16:12- Today, I have the honour - of introducing Aled Sion Davies.
0:16:12 > 0:16:15- He's won many gold medals.
0:16:15 > 0:16:18- It was fine actually. - I was nervous before going in.
0:16:19 > 0:16:20- I'm happy I did it.
0:16:20 > 0:16:24- It's my pleasure to welcome - the next speaker to the stage...
0:16:24 > 0:16:26- ..Professor Laura McAllister.
0:16:27 > 0:16:28- Was it a frightening experience?
0:16:28 > 0:16:32- Was it a frightening experience?- - A lot of cameras, a lot of pressure.
0:16:32 > 0:16:36- On to the next task - - how are your ukulele skills?
0:16:36 > 0:16:38- They're terrible.
0:16:38 > 0:16:40- I can't wait to hear you.
0:16:43 > 0:16:45- Try and strum.
0:16:49 > 0:16:51- With your thumb.
0:16:53 > 0:16:55- OK, easy.
0:16:55 > 0:16:59- Our first chord is C, OK?
0:16:59 > 0:17:01- We use the ring finger...
0:17:02 > 0:17:05- This is such a simple activity.
0:17:05 > 0:17:09- You can play so many well-known - Welsh songs with two, three chords.
0:17:09 > 0:17:13- They're catchy songs - and people enjoy playing them.
0:17:13 > 0:17:15- That's C.
0:17:19 > 0:17:21- Do you have any nail clippers?
0:17:23 > 0:17:26- You're far too glamorous for this.
0:17:28 > 0:17:30- I did find it - a little bit difficult.
0:17:31 > 0:17:35- Thank goodness - it's a Welsh language competition...
0:17:35 > 0:17:38- ..and not an ukulele playing - competition.
0:17:41 > 0:17:44- It was quite easy for me - because I play the guitar too.
0:17:44 > 0:17:47- I was cheating!
0:17:48 > 0:17:50- It was fun.
0:17:50 > 0:17:55- I can play the guitar too - so it wasn't really fair.
0:17:56 > 0:17:57- But yes, I enjoyed it.
0:17:58 > 0:18:00- And back to C.
0:18:03 > 0:18:07- Our three contestants - have overcome the music challenge.
0:18:07 > 0:18:12- Will they hit the right note during - an interview with BBC Cymru Fyw?
0:18:13 > 0:18:16- When did you start learning and why?
0:18:16 > 0:18:19- Three years ago, really, - when I left school.
0:18:19 > 0:18:22- I then went to university.
0:18:22 > 0:18:27- I thinks it's important to speak - other languages. I love Welsh.
0:18:28 > 0:18:31- The emphasis of the competition - has changed.
0:18:31 > 0:18:35- The emphasis was on written Welsh, - now it's on speaking Welsh.
0:18:35 > 0:18:37- Is that a good thing?
0:18:37 > 0:18:41- I could write Welsh - better than I could speak it.
0:18:41 > 0:18:46- I think communicating - is just as important now.
0:18:47 > 0:18:48- That's great. Thank you.
0:18:49 > 0:18:52- It's time to relax, - you've been working hard.
0:18:52 > 0:18:56- That tasks are over. How has - today been for you, Kayleigh?
0:18:56 > 0:19:00- It's gone very well. - It hasn't felt like a competition.
0:19:00 > 0:19:03- Today was a good day for you. - Do you feel happy?
0:19:04 > 0:19:09- It was a lot of fun - and I've made new friends.
0:19:09 > 0:19:14- You had tasks in the press - conference and doing interviews.
0:19:14 > 0:19:18- Did you find them difficult, - Rebecca?
0:19:18 > 0:19:21- Yes, because there - was more pressure...
0:19:21 > 0:19:26- ..but everyone was friendly - and it was all alright in the end.
0:19:26 > 0:19:29- If you won this afternoon, - what would it mean to you?
0:19:29 > 0:19:32- Receiving the award - would be a huge honour...
0:19:33 > 0:19:35- ..but that's not why I'm here.
0:19:35 > 0:19:39- I want to show people what they can - do and hopefully inspire others...
0:19:40 > 0:19:41- ..to learn Welsh.
0:19:41 > 0:19:45- The Urdd support you, - whatever happens in the future.
0:19:45 > 0:19:49- If you won the medal this afternoon, - how would you feel?
0:19:49 > 0:19:52- It would be an incredible feeling.
0:19:55 > 0:20:00- It's been a special opportunity - and to win would be incredible.
0:20:00 > 0:20:05- All three of you, you don't seem - too worried about the competition.
0:20:05 > 0:20:08- Winning would just be - the jam on the sandwich.
0:20:08 > 0:20:11- Congratulations to the three of you.
0:20:11 > 0:20:15- You've been great. - I'm looking forward to the ceremony.
0:20:18 > 0:20:21- The tasks have been completed - and the waiting is almost over.
0:20:22 > 0:20:24- We're waiting now for the result.
0:20:24 > 0:20:29- It's been an exciting journey - for Sophie, Rebecca and Kayleigh.
0:20:29 > 0:20:33- Who will win the Learners' Medal - in the pavilion? Let's find out.
0:20:34 > 0:20:37- Welcome to the - Learners' Medal ceremony...
0:20:37 > 0:20:41- ..at the - 2017 Urdd National Eisteddfod.
0:20:42 > 0:20:47- Three have been invited - to the final.
0:20:48 > 0:20:50- Sophie James.
0:20:51 > 0:20:53- Rebecca Alice Jones.
0:20:54 > 0:20:56- Kayleigh Marie Elaine Jones.
0:20:58 > 0:21:03- I can announce that the person - who will stand up is...
0:21:03 > 0:21:06- ..Rebecca Alice Jones.
0:21:21 > 0:21:23- Huge congratulations.
0:21:25 > 0:21:27- The smile says it all.
0:21:27 > 0:21:30- Yes, I'm grinning - like a Cheshire cat.
0:21:30 > 0:21:33- It was an incredible experience.
0:21:33 > 0:21:34- A great experience.
0:21:35 > 0:21:36- Were your legs trembling?
0:21:37 > 0:21:41- Yes, they were trembling, - I was scared to stand up.
0:21:41 > 0:21:44- What does this mean to you?
0:21:44 > 0:21:48- It caps an incredible four years.
0:21:49 > 0:21:52- After all the hard work - I've put into it...
0:21:53 > 0:21:57- There have been a lot of exams - and essays along the way.
0:21:57 > 0:22:01- Of course, this hasn't been the work - of just one person.
0:22:01 > 0:22:05- I have to pay tribute - to my teachers at school...
0:22:05 > 0:22:09- ..and the Welsh department - of Swansea University.
0:22:09 > 0:22:13- Without them I would never - have been able to compete.
0:22:13 > 0:22:16- You've got some excellent content - for your blog.
0:22:16 > 0:22:18- You'll have to blog about this.
0:22:18 > 0:22:20- You'll have to blog about this.- - I'll be doing that tonight.
0:22:20 > 0:22:24- Great. Congratulations to you, - Rebecca, well done.
0:22:31 > 0:22:33- That's it for another year.
0:22:34 > 0:22:40- Huge congratulations to the learners - in Llangrannog and here on the maes.
0:22:40 > 0:22:42- They all deserve medals.
0:22:42 > 0:22:47- I hope you'll agree that their - passion towards the language...
0:22:47 > 0:22:49- ..is something to admire.
0:22:49 > 0:22:53- Congratulations to Rebecca - for winning that medal.
0:22:53 > 0:22:58- From me, from the Bridgend - Taff Ely Urdd Eisteddfod, cheerio.
0:23:21 > 0:23:23- S4C Subtitles by Adnod Cyf.
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