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0:00:19 > 0:00:21- Good evening and welcome to Clwb 2.
0:00:21 > 0:00:24- We have a Chef de Mission - on the show tonight.
0:00:24 > 0:00:25- No, not Dudley.
0:00:25 > 0:00:28- We haven't turned into - a cookery programme.
0:00:28 > 0:00:31- Our guest will lead - the Welsh cycling team...
0:00:31 > 0:00:35- ..at the upcoming Commonwealth Youth - Games in the Bahamas next year.
0:00:35 > 0:00:38- We've got something tasty - for everyone on this show.
0:00:38 > 0:00:40- No more food jokes, I promise.
0:00:42 > 0:00:45- Wrexham taking on North - Ferriby United at The Racecourse.
0:00:45 > 0:00:47- The Dragons - were looking for their...
0:00:48 > 0:00:50- ..first back-to-back - league wins of the season.
0:00:51 > 0:00:54- Cardiff Devils were looking to avoid - back-to-back league defeats.
0:00:55 > 0:00:58- Clwb 2 features their ice hockey - encounter with Belfast Giants.
0:00:59 > 0:01:02- And if you haven't seen - enough ice this week...
0:01:02 > 0:01:04- ..we've also got figure skating.
0:01:04 > 0:01:07- That's the sport for - our featured club this week.
0:01:07 > 0:01:09- There's also Cyclo-cross.
0:01:09 > 0:01:11- We'll follow the Welsh cyclists...
0:01:12 > 0:01:16- ..competing for the British - Championship in Bradford last week.
0:01:18 > 0:01:23- Not a food chef but a Chef de - Mission joins me, Gerwyn Owen.
0:01:23 > 0:01:27- You will lead the Wales team - at the Commonwealth Youth Games.
0:01:27 > 0:01:28- Sorry for the bad jokes.
0:01:28 > 0:01:31- It sounds like an exciting year - for you.
0:01:31 > 0:01:34- Absolutely, to lead the team - to the Bahamas...
0:01:34 > 0:01:37- ..it's a good foundation - for young athletes.
0:01:37 > 0:01:40- We're hoping to take - around 40 athletes over.
0:01:40 > 0:01:41- I'm really looking forward.
0:01:41 > 0:01:43- I'm really looking forward.- - Thanks for joining us.
0:01:43 > 0:01:46- We start with rugby tonight.
0:01:46 > 0:01:49- The Scarlets suffered heartbreak - this afternoon.
0:01:50 > 0:01:52- Their game with Saracens - finished in a draw.
0:01:53 > 0:01:54- The final score was 22-22.
0:01:54 > 0:01:58- That means they're out of - the European Champions Cup.
0:02:01 > 0:02:04- Saracens scored a try in the - final minute to secure the draw.
0:02:04 > 0:02:07- We start with the - Foster's Challenge Cup on Clwb.
0:02:07 > 0:02:10- The pool games come to an end - next Wednesday.
0:02:10 > 0:02:12- It's quite a race to the semi-final.
0:02:18 > 0:02:22- A win for Cross Keys at Pandy Park - would give them the lead in Pool 1.
0:02:23 > 0:02:27- The home team got off to the - perfect start after just 60 seconds.
0:02:28 > 0:02:32- Fullback, James McCarthy, - with the well-timed little kick...
0:02:33 > 0:02:35- ..and Matthew Powell scoring.
0:02:37 > 0:02:39- Bedwas struck back - within five minutes.
0:02:40 > 0:02:42- Good passing by the forwards...
0:02:42 > 0:02:46- ..leading eventually to a try - for the centre James S Dixon.
0:02:47 > 0:02:50- The home side weren't going - to be denied though.
0:02:51 > 0:02:54- Leon Andrews set up this chance - for Phil Williams.
0:02:54 > 0:02:58- However, four tries for the visitors - meant they claimed...
0:02:58 > 0:03:01- ..two bonus points in defeat.
0:03:01 > 0:03:05- Despite that victory for Cross Keys, - Bedwas or Newport will progress.
0:03:05 > 0:03:09- That depends on the result of - the final pool match on Wednesday.
0:03:10 > 0:03:16- Llandovery started well with a try - for Joseff Powell under the posts.
0:03:20 > 0:03:24- A win for the home team - would have seen them progress...
0:03:24 > 0:03:27- ..but the visitors - had different ideas.
0:03:27 > 0:03:31- Richard Rees set up this chance - for Jack Price.
0:03:31 > 0:03:35- The centre crossed to frustrate - the hopes of the Quins.
0:03:37 > 0:03:41- These two were scrabbling about - at the bottom of Pool 2...
0:03:42 > 0:03:47- ..but Will Lewis intercepted and - scored to give Swansea the lead.
0:03:49 > 0:03:53- Llanelli bounced back taking - advantage of a Swansea mistake.
0:03:53 > 0:03:57- Good handling by the backs set up - Tom Howell for a sprint to the line.
0:03:57 > 0:04:00- That gave Llanelli - the lead at half-time.
0:04:02 > 0:04:06- The Scarlets were reduced to 14 - after a yellow card for Nathan Hart.
0:04:06 > 0:04:09- Swansea took full advantage.
0:04:09 > 0:04:13- A great run by Tudor Hughes - setting up Jon Bayliss...
0:04:13 > 0:04:17- ..who offloads to Rhodri Wells - for the score.
0:04:17 > 0:04:20- That ensured a win for the Whites.
0:04:21 > 0:04:25- That win for Llandovery means the - Quins still need to beat Llanelli...
0:04:25 > 0:04:28- ..to make sure of - reaching the knock-out rounds.
0:04:31 > 0:04:35- Ebbw were the visitors to The Wern - to take on the leaders in Pool 3.
0:04:35 > 0:04:42- Things looked promising for the - home team when Jake Crockett scored.
0:04:45 > 0:04:49- There was a yellow card awarded - to both sides in this game...
0:04:49 > 0:04:53- ..but Merthyr won comfortably - with several tries to their name...
0:04:53 > 0:04:56- ..including this one for Matt Dwyer.
0:04:59 > 0:05:05- Bargoed beat Pontypridd which means - Merthyr have already won the pool.
0:05:05 > 0:05:09- Cardiff's final home fixture - of the competition...
0:05:09 > 0:05:12- ..ended in disappointment - for the Blue and Blacks.
0:05:13 > 0:05:17- Scrivens and Murphy combining - early on to score for Bridgend.
0:05:17 > 0:05:23- Cardiff responded with a try - thanks to the quick thinking...
0:05:23 > 0:05:27- ..of their debutant - fly half Oliver Jenkins.
0:05:27 > 0:05:29- A quick tap and a try.
0:05:32 > 0:05:37- However, Bridgend eventually emerged - as the victors.
0:05:37 > 0:05:40- They also scored the - best try of the game.
0:05:40 > 0:05:44- A searing run - down the middle by Joe Gatt.
0:05:44 > 0:05:48- Matthew Edwards was there to - give it back to him for the score.
0:05:51 > 0:05:54- Neath took the early lead - against Aberavon.
0:05:54 > 0:06:00- The Wizards struck back after a good - run by Matthew Jenkins on the wing.
0:06:00 > 0:06:04- Shaun Pearce took full advantage - to score under the posts.
0:06:09 > 0:06:11- Neath were the next to score.
0:06:12 > 0:06:16- Chris Morgans took a quick tap - and offloaded to Gavin Evans.
0:06:16 > 0:06:18- He was held up short of the line.
0:06:18 > 0:06:22- Scott Hicks was there to score - his second try of the game...
0:06:23 > 0:06:24- ..for the Welsh All Blacks.
0:06:26 > 0:06:29- The visitors weren't - going to be denied.
0:06:30 > 0:06:33- A kick by Steff Williams - found Shaun Pearce.
0:06:34 > 0:06:37- The winger sped away - for his second try.
0:06:37 > 0:06:40- That sealed the win for the Wizards.
0:06:41 > 0:06:44- It's all to play for in Pool 4.
0:06:44 > 0:06:47- One point separates - the two at the top.
0:06:51 > 0:06:56- Lowri Wynn there. The final round - will be on Clwb next week.
0:06:56 > 0:06:58- I'm joined by Gerwyn Owen.
0:06:58 > 0:07:01- He is the Chef de Mission - for the Welsh team...
0:07:01 > 0:07:03- ..at the Commonwealth Youth Games.
0:07:03 > 0:07:07- I remember we showed highlights - of the Commonwealth Youth Games...
0:07:07 > 0:07:09- ..from Samoa two years ago on Clwb.
0:07:10 > 0:07:12- It looks like a great occasion.
0:07:12 > 0:07:15- It's certainly a good foundation - for the young athletes.
0:07:16 > 0:07:19- It teaches them how to cope - in multi-sport events.
0:07:19 > 0:07:23- Usually, they go to some games - or competitions...
0:07:23 > 0:07:25- ..and it's just their sport.
0:07:25 > 0:07:33- To be multi-sport, going to the - Bahamas helps the trip too.
0:07:33 > 0:07:36- The experience they get - from these games...
0:07:36 > 0:07:38- ..helps them develop as athletes.
0:07:38 > 0:07:42- The names who have competed - there in the past say it all.
0:07:42 > 0:07:44- Geraint Thomas is one.
0:07:44 > 0:07:46- It's quite a stage - for young athletes.
0:07:47 > 0:07:49- Certainly, Geraint Thomas - as you say.
0:07:50 > 0:07:54- Elinor Barker, Jazz Carlin, - Chloe Tutton, I could go on.- - http://www.bbc.co.uk/sport/wales/37074108 - http://www.jazz-carlin.com/ - ht- - om/chloemtutton?lang=en-gb
0:07:54 > 0:07:57- We've competed at these games - seven times...
0:07:57 > 0:07:59- ..since the first - in Edinburgh in 2000.
0:08:00 > 0:08:02- The foundation - is the experience gained...
0:08:02 > 0:08:05- ..they can then develop - into experienced athletes.
0:08:06 > 0:08:10- That's particularly the case - on the senior level.
0:08:10 > 0:08:14- The people I've just named have all - been seen at the Olympics too.
0:08:14 > 0:08:18- They don't just compete for Wales - but for Great Britain too.
0:08:18 > 0:08:21- You're the Chef de Mission - so take care of the team.
0:08:22 > 0:08:25- What does that mean? - A little of everything?
0:08:26 > 0:08:28- Yes, I'm not Dudley, - I don't cook for them.
0:08:28 > 0:08:34- Chef de Mission means chief of - the mission or head of delegation.
0:08:34 > 0:08:35- You lead the team.
0:08:35 > 0:08:37- I ensure they get there safely...
0:08:37 > 0:08:41- ..compete to their best ability - and come home safely.
0:08:41 > 0:08:46- We ensure that the atmosphere - and environment is good for them.
0:08:46 > 0:08:49- That's how they perform - at their best.
0:08:49 > 0:08:53- We certainly try - to boost the athletes...
0:08:53 > 0:08:58- ..to ensure that they represent - Wales and believe in Wales too.
0:08:59 > 0:09:01- That's our hashtag, #creducymru...
0:09:01 > 0:09:04- ..it's to make sure they go there - believing in themselves.
0:09:05 > 0:09:06- I like that hashtag.
0:09:06 > 0:09:09- I'm sure there'll be a chance - for you to head...
0:09:09 > 0:09:11- ..to the Bahamas - to keep an eye on things.
0:09:12 > 0:09:14- Someone has to. - I get that privilege!
0:09:15 > 0:09:18- Unfortunately, I have to head out - at the end of this month.
0:09:18 > 0:09:21- It sounds good, - but I fly in on Sunday night.
0:09:21 > 0:09:25- I'm there for two days. - I come back on Wednesday afternoon.
0:09:25 > 0:09:30- I've got two and a half days to make - sure everything's going to plan.
0:09:30 > 0:09:32- I'll need to make connections...
0:09:32 > 0:09:37- ..and make sure we get the best for - the team when we're there in July.
0:09:37 > 0:09:39- We won nine medals last time.
0:09:39 > 0:09:42- Everyone likes to count medals - in any competition.
0:09:42 > 0:09:45- Will Wales have a strong team - this time?
0:09:45 > 0:09:50- Absolutely, we don't give - the youngsters a medal target.
0:09:51 > 0:09:53- The experience they're gaining - is the target.
0:09:54 > 0:09:59- We took 15 athletes last time, - we've got 40 this time.
0:09:59 > 0:10:03- That includes - a Women's Rugby Sevens Team.
0:10:03 > 0:10:07- There are requirements for them...
0:10:07 > 0:10:11- ..to reach a certain standard - to play for Wales.
0:10:11 > 0:10:14- That's before they even - go out to the Bahamas.
0:10:14 > 0:10:17- Certainly there - will be medals coming home.
0:10:17 > 0:10:19- 40 heading out, that's a big team.
0:10:19 > 0:10:23- Thanks very much, we'll have more - from Gerwyn later on.
0:10:23 > 0:10:25- It's time for some ice hockey now.
0:10:26 > 0:10:29- It's been going well - for the Cardiff Devils this season.
0:10:29 > 0:10:31- They're in the Elite League.
0:10:31 > 0:10:34- Christmas and New Year - have not been so kind.
0:10:34 > 0:10:37- They had a huge game in the capital - last night.
0:10:38 > 0:10:41- It was 1st vs 2nd, - Belfast Giants were the visitors.
0:10:45 > 0:10:47- It was another big game - in a packed stadium.
0:10:48 > 0:10:51- Belfast got the first chance - but the Devils held their ground.
0:10:52 > 0:10:54- They scored one goal each - in the first period.
0:10:54 > 0:10:58- What a goal! Matthew Myers - with this wonderful strike.
0:10:58 > 0:11:00- It's no surprise - that they celebrated.
0:11:01 > 0:11:05- Myers had just stepped on to the ice - and made an impression instantly.
0:11:05 > 0:11:08- His puck whistled past the keeper, - Jackson Whistle.
0:11:08 > 0:11:11- The Devils picked up their second in - the second period.
0:11:11 > 0:11:14- Patrick Asselin - finished another slick move.
0:11:14 > 0:11:17- All was well in the capital city.
0:11:17 > 0:11:21- Things changed with Belfast hauling - them back within two minutes.
0:11:21 > 0:11:24- The visitors kept possession - for a long time.
0:11:24 > 0:11:26- They didn't really - threaten the Devils.
0:11:26 > 0:11:29- With the defence - dragged to the side...
0:11:29 > 0:11:32- ..there was space for Chris Higgins - to get one back.
0:11:34 > 0:11:37- Patrick Bordeleau was banned - for the Devils.
0:11:37 > 0:11:39- He's the usual enforcer.
0:11:39 > 0:11:42- It was still - a very competitive fixture.
0:11:42 > 0:11:47- The crowd of 3,000 were over the - moon with Gleason Fourmier here.
0:11:48 > 0:11:51- The defender clearly trying - to stamp his authority on the game.
0:11:51 > 0:11:53- I think he succeeded.
0:11:55 > 0:11:58- It's incredibly close between - the two teams in the table.
0:11:58 > 0:12:00- That was evident on the ice too.
0:12:00 > 0:12:03- Belfast were pressing at the start - of the final period.
0:12:03 > 0:12:06- Anything the Devils could do, - the Giants could too.
0:12:07 > 0:12:10- A shot from distance by Jonathan - Boxhill tied the game at 2-2.
0:12:10 > 0:12:13- A beautiful shot by Boxhill.
0:12:13 > 0:12:17- There was no doubt that Belfast - were in charge by now.
0:12:20 > 0:12:23- With the end of the game nearing, - the Giants really went for it.
0:12:23 > 0:12:27- They almost took the victory - before overtime.
0:12:27 > 0:12:30- The ice was red hot with the men - and sticks all over the place.
0:12:31 > 0:12:33- Somehow, the puck stayed out.
0:12:33 > 0:12:36- It was 2-2 at the end of the game - which meant overtime.
0:12:36 > 0:12:38- The Devils got a chance...
0:12:38 > 0:12:41- ..but goalkeeper Whistle - struck the right note.
0:12:41 > 0:12:45- After that, it was a race between - Fourmier and Chris Higgins.
0:12:45 > 0:12:48- Despite the Devils man looking - in control...
0:12:48 > 0:12:52- ..Higgins got to the puck - and Belfast took the game.
0:12:52 > 0:12:55- Despite us not wanting - to see the Devils lose...
0:12:55 > 0:12:57- ..who doesn't enjoy - seeing a moon walk?
0:12:57 > 0:13:00- The defence was criminal, - just not smooth enough.
0:13:00 > 0:13:03- In the end, this thriller - was bad for the Devils.
0:13:07 > 0:13:09- Sorry about the puns.
0:13:09 > 0:13:12- Despite the loss, - the Devils remain top.
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0:13:32 > 0:13:33- Welcome back.
0:13:33 > 0:13:35- Next up is cyclo-cross.
0:13:35 > 0:13:40- It's had quite a bit of attention - here on Clwb and S4C recently.
0:13:40 > 0:13:42- The races happen - on a cross-country course.
0:13:43 > 0:13:46- There was excitement - in Abergavenny last year.
0:13:46 > 0:13:49- You might remember that - the UK Series started in Wales.
0:13:49 > 0:13:54- Wales was represented in Bradford - at last week's British Championship.
0:13:56 > 0:13:59- The Championships took place - in the Pennines.
0:13:59 > 0:14:03- There were races across two days - to challenge the old and the young.
0:14:03 > 0:14:07- The first Welsh rider to venture - into the mud was Eluned King.
0:14:07 > 0:14:12- The Queen of Towy Riders won silver - in the Girls Under 16 Championship.
0:14:12 > 0:14:15- It was good, better than I expected.
0:14:15 > 0:14:19- I thought maybe if I was lucky, - I could get top five.
0:14:19 > 0:14:22- This course is quite technical.
0:14:22 > 0:14:27- I'm not a technical rider but - I have been working on my skills.
0:14:27 > 0:14:32- It was only with half a lap to go - that I realised I had half a chance.
0:14:32 > 0:14:37- Second place in the race - for Towy Riders is Eluned King!
0:14:37 > 0:14:41- The race I did here last year - was a complete mudbath.
0:14:41 > 0:14:47- When I saw that the National - Championships were in Bradford...
0:14:47 > 0:14:50- ..I thought "Oh, God, not Bradford - again with all that mud".
0:14:51 > 0:14:53- But it was a good course this year.
0:14:55 > 0:14:58- Maddie Osborn from - the Abergavenny Road Club...
0:14:58 > 0:15:00- ..finished eighth - in the Girls U14 race.
0:15:00 > 0:15:04- However, she is only 12 and seen - as a future star of the sport.
0:15:04 > 0:15:07- I did really well. I felt like - I had a really good race today.
0:15:08 > 0:15:12- My cleats were loose, I couldn't get - clipped in and they kept slipping.
0:15:12 > 0:15:14- After that, I felt that - it went really well.
0:15:15 > 0:15:16- I'm only first year...
0:15:16 > 0:15:20- ..so it's good to get the experience - for my second year of U14s.
0:15:21 > 0:15:25- One of the founders of the - Abergavenny Club is Graham Edwards.
0:15:25 > 0:15:28- He has mentored some big names - including Rachel and Becky James.
0:15:29 > 0:15:33- He was competing too, in - the Men's Veteran 50+ Championship.
0:15:33 > 0:15:38- National Championships are always - good, wherever they're held.
0:15:38 > 0:15:41- People from all over - come together over two days.
0:15:41 > 0:15:45- It's an amazing atmosphere - and to ride in it is incredible.
0:15:45 > 0:15:48- You'd never believe how - tough it is out there today.
0:15:48 > 0:15:52- To see Maddie do so well is amazing. - She is only 12 years of age.
0:15:53 > 0:15:54- A stunning ride.
0:15:55 > 0:15:59- From the old to the young and - to another Abergavenny rider...
0:15:59 > 0:16:01- ..Tom Crapper, who is 13.
0:16:01 > 0:16:05- He loves riding his bike and - obviously loves competing too.
0:16:06 > 0:16:10- It was my kind of course because - I'm a technical kind of person.
0:16:10 > 0:16:13- We've got a lot of terrain by us.
0:16:15 > 0:16:20- I've competed in roughly eight now - and I'm really enjoying them.
0:16:21 > 0:16:26- The Holy Spirit wasn't in the mud - but the Son followed the Father.
0:16:26 > 0:16:29- Paul Crapper won - Community Coach of the Year...
0:16:29 > 0:16:32- ..at the 2016 Wales Sport Awards.
0:16:32 > 0:16:34- Two of his pupils were here too.
0:16:34 > 0:16:37- Two more from the James Dynasty, - Megan and Ffion.
0:16:39 > 0:16:43- It does suit me. I like the hills - and I like technical, muddy races.
0:16:43 > 0:16:46- It's pretty much - the perfect course for me.
0:16:46 > 0:16:48- I don't want to say too much - before tomorrow.
0:16:48 > 0:16:52- It suits Meg as well. - She is really good technically.
0:16:52 > 0:16:55- I think it's a great course - but I'm not sure if it suits me.
0:16:55 > 0:16:59- There's a couple too many hills. - I'm just going to do what I can.
0:16:59 > 0:17:04- Talking of the James family, doing - the dirty work behind the scenes...
0:17:05 > 0:17:08- ..and clearing up the mud - was the father, David.
0:17:08 > 0:17:12- If anything happens to our bikes, - he'll be there to change it.
0:17:12 > 0:17:15- If it gets wetter overnight - and gets muddier...
0:17:15 > 0:17:19- ..we'll have to change our bikes - every couple of laps.
0:17:19 > 0:17:22- He'll be in the pits - helping us out at all times.
0:17:22 > 0:17:26- The World Championships are - in Luxembourg later this month.
0:17:26 > 0:17:28- A lot of it goes - on how we do tomorrow.
0:17:28 > 0:17:33- If we get a really good result, - we've a chance of being selected.
0:17:33 > 0:17:34- That's the aim.
0:17:35 > 0:17:40- The women are ready - for the U23 race.
0:17:40 > 0:17:46- This Bradford course, according - to the men who raced earlier...
0:17:46 > 0:17:48- ..is a very technical one.
0:17:49 > 0:17:54- Ffion and Megan James, the two - sisters in the red of Abergavenny...
0:17:54 > 0:17:56- ..are at the front - early in this race.
0:17:57 > 0:18:03- In cyclo-cross, - so much can change so quickly.
0:18:04 > 0:18:09- Evie Richards has Ffion James - right on her back wheel.
0:18:12 > 0:18:16- Evie gets off her bike - to go up the hill.
0:18:17 > 0:18:20- She gets back on much quicker - than Ffion.
0:18:20 > 0:18:23- That shows the strength - of Evie Richards...
0:18:24 > 0:18:28- ..who is wearing the rainbow colours - of a world champion.
0:18:28 > 0:18:30- She is starting to open up a gap.
0:18:31 > 0:18:33- Here's a chance to see Megan James.
0:18:33 > 0:18:36- Oh, she's fallen - at the bottom of the hill.
0:18:37 > 0:18:43- Maybe that is the end of Megan's - hopes in the Junior race.
0:18:44 > 0:18:47- She is back on and pushing hard...
0:18:47 > 0:18:51- ..but is it too late - for a podium place?
0:18:52 > 0:18:57- Despite the conditions, Evie - Richards is showing her experience.
0:18:57 > 0:19:02- She leads the way and Ffion James - is now in third place.
0:19:02 > 0:19:07- The blue shirt of Amira Mellor - disappears around the corner.
0:19:07 > 0:19:13- Evie Richards defends her British - Championship here in Bradford.
0:19:13 > 0:19:18- She'll defend the rainbow jersey in - Luxembourg at the end of the month.
0:19:18 > 0:19:22- I wonder if there will be a place - in the team for Ffion James.
0:19:23 > 0:19:25- She finishes third.
0:19:27 > 0:19:31- It was a really tough course, - both physically and technically.
0:19:31 > 0:19:33- There was no rest on the descents...
0:19:33 > 0:19:37- ..because you were concentrating - so hard to stay on your bike.
0:19:37 > 0:19:40- Evie is the U23 World Champion - and going really fast.
0:19:41 > 0:19:44- She ended up getting away so I - had a battle with Amira Mellor...
0:19:44 > 0:19:46- ..who ended up getting second.
0:19:46 > 0:19:49- I got third so I was relatively - pleased with that.
0:19:55 > 0:19:58- There we go, plenty of excitement - in the cyclo-cross.
0:19:58 > 0:20:02- Ffion James mentioned hoping - to be chosen for the British team.
0:20:02 > 0:20:05- She has been chosen - for the World Championship team.
0:20:05 > 0:20:09- She'll be competing in Luxembourg - at the end of the month.
0:20:09 > 0:20:10- Good luck to her.
0:20:10 > 0:20:12- I'm joined by Gerwyn Owen.
0:20:12 > 0:20:15- He is in charge of the Wales team - at the Commonwealth Youth Games.
0:20:16 > 0:20:19- Gerwyn, we saw some cycling there.
0:20:19 > 0:20:22- Geraint Thomas - is one of Wales' stars.
0:20:22 > 0:20:24- Disappointing news that next year...
0:20:25 > 0:20:28- ..he won't be competing at the - Commonwealth Games due to a clash.
0:20:29 > 0:20:31- No, it's a disappointment - for the team.
0:20:31 > 0:20:35- The good thing is that Welsh cycling - has some good depth.
0:20:35 > 0:20:38- What happened over the weekend - showed that.
0:20:38 > 0:20:42- I think it will be the women's turn - on the Gold Coast.
0:20:42 > 0:20:47- Elinor Barker and Becky James in - particular will be going for medals.
0:20:47 > 0:20:53- It's a shame but, I think - there's strength in Welsh Cycling.
0:20:53 > 0:20:57- I think we'll still make the podium - at the Gold Coast games.
0:20:57 > 0:21:01- You will be there too. Bahamas - this year, Gold Coast next year.
0:21:01 > 0:21:03- How close are the two competitions?
0:21:03 > 0:21:06- You work on one and go - to the other too...
0:21:06 > 0:21:08- ..how much help is that - in your role?
0:21:08 > 0:21:10- It's important.
0:21:10 > 0:21:14- What we try to do with the Wales - team is ensure that the image...
0:21:14 > 0:21:17- ..atmosphere and environment - are good for the team.
0:21:17 > 0:21:21- We're hoping whoever goes - to the Bahamas...
0:21:21 > 0:21:25- ..and maybe break through - to the Gold Coast...
0:21:25 > 0:21:30- ..can get the same support - and atmosphere from Team Wales...
0:21:30 > 0:21:33- ..to ensure they perform - at their best.
0:21:33 > 0:21:35- We're trying to carry that image on.
0:21:36 > 0:21:40- Our main aim is the Commonwealth - Games on the Gold Coast.
0:21:41 > 0:21:43- But every games is a stepping stone.
0:21:43 > 0:21:46- But every games is a stepping stone.- - We're looking forward to that.
0:21:48 > 0:21:53- We're off on the ocean waves now - and the Vendee Globe sailing race.
0:21:53 > 0:21:58- We've followed it since they set off - around the world in November.
0:21:58 > 0:22:01- Welshman Alex Thomson - is hoping to create history...
0:22:02 > 0:22:05- ..as the first British sailor - to win the race.
0:22:07 > 0:22:08- In the Vendee Globe...
0:22:09 > 0:22:12- ..it's still a battle between - Armel Le Cleac'h and Alex Thomson.
0:22:13 > 0:22:15- The Frenchman - crossed the Equator first...
0:22:15 > 0:22:17- ..but the Welshman was closing in.
0:22:17 > 0:22:21- Champagne day at the moment, - we're going pretty fast.
0:22:21 > 0:22:24- It's a bit patchy - but still going pretty good.
0:22:24 > 0:22:27- Still working on the foil. - You can see that down here.
0:22:27 > 0:22:32- The routing is saying it's about 11 - or 12 days into the Sables d'Olonne.
0:22:32 > 0:22:36- Hopefully, there will be - an opportunity to catch up.
0:22:36 > 0:22:39- Hopefully, Armel will be - slowing down shortly...
0:22:39 > 0:22:42- ..and I will be still going strong.
0:22:42 > 0:22:46- Keep your fingers crossed. - I'm working hard. See what happens.
0:22:47 > 0:22:50- Alex wasn't the only one - in good spirits.
0:22:50 > 0:22:52- Jeremie Beyon, in third place...
0:22:52 > 0:22:56- ..had cut 500 miles on the top two - in three days...
0:22:56 > 0:22:58- ..before the weather - slowed him down.
0:22:59 > 0:23:00- It was a tough night.
0:23:00 > 0:23:04- I watched the clouds gather above me - and in time...
0:23:05 > 0:23:07- ..I was at a standstill - for many hours.
0:23:08 > 0:23:11- No wind at all. - It wasn't an easy journey.
0:23:11 > 0:23:15- Armel and Alex now - have to conquer the Doldrums.
0:23:15 > 0:23:18- It's another physical - and mental challenge.
0:23:18 > 0:23:21- Not all plain sailing at the moment.
0:23:21 > 0:23:24- Had a terrible night last night.
0:23:24 > 0:23:29- I did one or two knots for most of - the night and into this morning.
0:23:29 > 0:23:33- Today's not been too bad. - There's been some wind.
0:23:33 > 0:23:38- Hopefully, the next 24 hours won't - be as painful as the model suggests.
0:23:38 > 0:23:40- Fingers crossed.
0:23:40 > 0:23:45- With Alex Thomson's Hugo Boss within - 64 miles of Banque Populaire...
0:23:45 > 0:23:47- ..Armel Le Cleac'h - is getting worried.
0:23:48 > 0:23:54- Nothing is easy. It's an unusual - situation which is also worrying.
0:23:54 > 0:24:00- I am at my wits' end as far as the - weather forecasts are concerned.
0:24:00 > 0:24:05- If things went Alex's way, - it would be hard to take, mentally.
0:24:05 > 0:24:07- But that's the way it is.
0:24:09 > 0:24:12- Despite the fierce racing, - Alex takes a moment...
0:24:12 > 0:24:16- ..to watch his new friend - showing off his skills.
0:24:18 > 0:24:22- This is my bird friend - who is a flying fish hunter.
0:24:22 > 0:24:26- There he goes, - he'll dive down to a flying fish.
0:24:26 > 0:24:28- Go on. Go on.
0:24:28 > 0:24:29- Like a bird of prey.
0:24:34 > 0:24:36- Oh, there he goes.
0:24:41 > 0:24:45- Almost as remarkable is the fact - that only about 100 miles...
0:24:45 > 0:24:48- ..separate Armel and Alex - after 70 days of racing.
0:24:48 > 0:24:51- There is less than - a week's sailing...
0:24:51 > 0:24:54- ..before they return - to Les Sables d'Olonne.
0:24:54 > 0:24:58- Only a brave man would predict - whether the Welsh or the French...
0:24:58 > 0:25:01- ..will be the first - to cross the finishing line.
0:25:07 > 0:25:10- Good luck to Alex Thomson - as that race nears its conclusion.
0:25:11 > 0:25:15- Gerwyn Owen will be at the Youth - Commonwealth Games this summer.
0:25:15 > 0:25:19- You'll be there as a volunteer but - your main job is at Plas Menai...
0:25:20 > 0:25:23- ..as Academy Manager - for Disability Sport Wales.
0:25:23 > 0:25:27- Your officials are always on - the lookout for talent in Wales...
0:25:27 > 0:25:29- ..even when shopping - at the supermarket.
0:25:29 > 0:25:32- Definitely. - We've been looking at sailing.
0:25:33 > 0:25:37- Stephen Thomas has been - to the last three Paralympic Games.
0:25:37 > 0:25:40- We found him - whilst shopping at Tesco.
0:25:40 > 0:25:46- Someone noticed that he - had prosthetic legs.
0:25:46 > 0:25:48- Here he is out in Rio.
0:25:50 > 0:25:53- He was a rugby player before - he suffered from meningitis.
0:25:53 > 0:25:56- He had to have both legs amputated.
0:25:56 > 0:26:00- We knew there was potential.
0:26:00 > 0:26:03- He was over six feet tall - and very muscly.
0:26:03 > 0:26:08- Sailing was looking for someone - with Stephen Thomas' profile.
0:26:08 > 0:26:12- We went up to him and asked if he - would like to try sailing.
0:26:12 > 0:26:14- He said he'd never even - been in a boat!
0:26:15 > 0:26:19- He didn't like going on the water - because it made him feel sick.
0:26:19 > 0:26:25- We put him in touch with the British - team and the rest is history.
0:26:26 > 0:26:29- It strikes me that they achieve - so much in the world of sport...
0:26:29 > 0:26:33- ..but every day is a battle - for people with disabilities.
0:26:33 > 0:26:37- It's a huge leap for them - to step into the sporting world.
0:26:38 > 0:26:43- They have many hurdles to overcome, - whatever their disability...
0:26:43 > 0:26:47- ..just to live from day to day.
0:26:47 > 0:26:50- When we at Disability Sport Wales - ask them to take up sport...
0:26:51 > 0:26:52- ..it can be difficult for them.
0:26:53 > 0:26:58- There is so much on the horizon and - it's great to hear about your work.
0:26:59 > 0:27:04- Gerwyn will stay with us and after - the break, we have some football.
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0:27:14 > 0:27:18- Welcome back. - Clwb Ni is next on the show.
0:27:18 > 0:27:22- This week it's - Deeside Ice Skating Club.
0:27:23 > 0:27:28- The club was formed back in 1974. - The year I was born.
0:27:28 > 0:27:30- That's over 40 years ago.
0:27:39 > 0:27:42- I started skating at the age of 11.
0:27:42 > 0:27:45- Not long after the club started.
0:27:45 > 0:27:47- It was started - by a group of parents.
0:27:47 > 0:27:49- We've gone on to do shows.
0:27:49 > 0:27:53- I've gone from being in the shows - to choreographing numbers...
0:27:54 > 0:27:57- ..and then on to directing - the show for a number of years.
0:27:58 > 0:28:01- It's great for the kids to - get some experience of skating...
0:28:01 > 0:28:04- ..in front of audiences - and getting more confidence.
0:28:05 > 0:28:08- It's the first stage - they'll have ever been on...
0:28:08 > 0:28:10- ..and it's a big stage to fill.
0:28:11 > 0:28:15- When Dancing on Ice was on skaters - just kept walking through the door.
0:28:15 > 0:28:19- Now, it's a lot harder and you have - to fight for every bit of business.
0:28:19 > 0:28:22- We've done a lot of promotion this - year.
0:28:22 > 0:28:26- At the end of March we had 36 - skaters going into the new season.
0:28:26 > 0:28:29- We've now got 75.
0:28:29 > 0:28:34- We started an on-ice cheer-leading - team for the Dragons hockey team.
0:28:34 > 0:28:37- We are definitely the first in Wales - and as far as we know...
0:28:37 > 0:28:40- ..the first on-ice cheer-leading - team in the country.
0:28:45 > 0:28:51- We started the synchronised skating - a couple of months ago.
0:28:51 > 0:28:54- Skating together and doing - the same steps at the same time.
0:28:55 > 0:28:58- It's proved quite popular.
0:28:58 > 0:29:02- We're hoping to form teams - and compete later on in the year.
0:29:04 > 0:29:09- I saw some skating - and I just wanted to try it.
0:29:09 > 0:29:12- I started when I was eight.
0:29:12 > 0:29:17- It's fun because it's totally - different to everything else.
0:29:17 > 0:29:21- You make friends quite quickly.
0:29:22 > 0:29:26- I got a little bit nervous - but then I made lots of friends.
0:29:26 > 0:29:30- Then I got really good at ice - skating and I just loved it.
0:29:30 > 0:29:32- It's a getaway from it all.
0:29:32 > 0:29:37- If you're getting upset about - other people from school...
0:29:37 > 0:29:40- ..it's a nice place - to get away from that.
0:29:40 > 0:29:43- You get to see - all your true friends.
0:29:43 > 0:29:47- When you do comps - you get cheers from everyone.
0:29:48 > 0:29:49- The parents are fabulous.
0:29:49 > 0:29:52- They run the committee and - put in so much time and effort.
0:29:53 > 0:29:57- There's aunties, uncles, - grandmas and grandads.
0:29:57 > 0:29:58- They all help out.
0:29:58 > 0:30:02- It makes it a nice, - friendly place to be.
0:30:03 > 0:30:05- It's a great community for kids.
0:30:11 > 0:30:15- Thanks to the Deeside Ice Skating - Club for the warm welcome.
0:30:16 > 0:30:19- They weren't at all frosty.
0:30:19 > 0:30:22- We aren't moving - very far away either.
0:30:22 > 0:30:24- It's off to Wrexham next - and The Racecourse.
0:30:25 > 0:30:28- North Ferriby United - were the visitors yesterday.
0:30:37 > 0:30:39- Hare to Armstrong.
0:30:39 > 0:30:42- Oliver is in support.
0:30:42 > 0:30:44- Oliver got the ball back.
0:30:45 > 0:30:47- He found Bateson in space.
0:30:48 > 0:30:49- Bateson beat his man.
0:30:49 > 0:30:52- That was an important tackle - from Riley.
0:30:56 > 0:30:59- Carrington to McLeod.
0:30:59 > 0:31:01- Carrington continues his run.
0:31:01 > 0:31:03- He gets the ball back.
0:31:03 > 0:31:07- The cross and the header out - falls to Rooney!
0:31:07 > 0:31:09- Watson with the save.
0:31:15 > 0:31:17- Penn to McLeod.
0:31:18 > 0:31:21- McLeod's first touch found - Carrington in space.
0:31:22 > 0:31:24- Carrington to White.
0:31:24 > 0:31:27- The ball falls for Rutherford.
0:31:27 > 0:31:29- Back to McLeod!
0:31:29 > 0:31:31- What a wonderful goal.
0:31:31 > 0:31:36- That's a great first goal - for Wrexham by Izale McLeod.
0:31:37 > 0:31:41- After thirty minutes, - the home team are ahead.
0:31:41 > 0:31:45- I doubt you'll see a better shot - than this one this weekend.
0:31:48 > 0:31:50- Jennings.
0:31:50 > 0:31:53- He spreads it to Carrington - once more.
0:31:53 > 0:31:54- Barry.
0:31:55 > 0:31:57- Carrington collects the pass.
0:31:57 > 0:32:00- The cross went in to the far post.
0:32:00 > 0:32:02- It came out to Rooney!
0:32:02 > 0:32:04- That's another outstanding save...
0:32:05 > 0:32:07- ..from the young goalkeeper - Rory Watson.
0:32:09 > 0:32:11- Penn to Carrington.
0:32:13 > 0:32:16- Rooney had more than enough time - to turn.
0:32:16 > 0:32:19- Rooney, he feints - and almost fools himself!
0:32:19 > 0:32:24- The shot was pretty simple - for Watson in the end.
0:32:24 > 0:32:26- SECOND HALF
0:32:26 > 0:32:28- Carrington to Barry.
0:32:29 > 0:32:31- McLeod offers himself.
0:32:31 > 0:32:33- Barry gets the space.
0:32:33 > 0:32:34- This is Rooney. Rooney.
0:32:34 > 0:32:36- He shoots!
0:32:36 > 0:32:38- Watson collects it.
0:32:43 > 0:32:46- Jennings found White in space.
0:32:47 > 0:32:50- Rutherford makes a run, - the ball rebounds to White.
0:32:50 > 0:32:54- It's an outstanding save - by Rory Watson.
0:32:55 > 0:32:58- At the moment, the young goalkeeper - is the only thing...
0:32:58 > 0:33:01- ..between North Ferriby - and a hammering by Wrexham.
0:33:04 > 0:33:08- Rooney with the ball forward - to Massanka.
0:33:08 > 0:33:10- Massanka against Watson.
0:33:11 > 0:33:15- Once again, Watson, who's having - a stormer, makes the save.
0:33:17 > 0:33:19- Rooney takes it short.
0:33:19 > 0:33:21- He gets the pass back.
0:33:21 > 0:33:23- Rooney crosses to Jennings.
0:33:25 > 0:33:27- Jennings mistimed his run.
0:33:28 > 0:33:30- He almost scored with his chest.
0:33:32 > 0:33:35- Hare, that's pretty slack - from North Ferriby.
0:33:35 > 0:33:38- Massanka has a chance to - run at the defence.
0:33:40 > 0:33:41- Massanka turns.
0:33:41 > 0:33:42- He shoots!
0:33:43 > 0:33:44- It's hit the post!
0:33:44 > 0:33:48- Dear me, that would have been - a wonderful goal on his debut.
0:33:49 > 0:33:50- Rooney!
0:33:50 > 0:33:51- His shot goes wide.
0:33:52 > 0:33:54- Two more great chances for Wrexham.
0:33:55 > 0:33:59- Massanka's shot - was pushed out to the post.
0:33:59 > 0:34:02- Rooney's curled effort - just missed the target.
0:34:04 > 0:34:06- Rooney has bags of room.
0:34:07 > 0:34:09- He is enjoying himself - this afternoon.
0:34:09 > 0:34:11- He goes past the defence.
0:34:11 > 0:34:13- The save from Watson.
0:34:14 > 0:34:17- He's determined to try for a goal.
0:34:17 > 0:34:22- Maybe he should have passed it, he - did have a free red shirt near by.
0:34:23 > 0:34:28- We asked the lads before the game - for three points and a clean sheet.
0:34:28 > 0:34:32- It was a chance to get back-to-back - wins for the first time this season.
0:34:32 > 0:34:34- They've gone and done it.
0:34:34 > 0:34:38- If the goal had been scored - in the Premiership...
0:34:38 > 0:34:40- ..you'd see it a few times.
0:34:40 > 0:34:43- He needs to get match fit and sharp.
0:34:43 > 0:34:46- I hope he's scoring goals - like that on a regular basis...
0:34:47 > 0:34:49- ..before the end of the season.
0:34:49 > 0:34:52- Wrexham are finally closer - to the play-offs than relegation.
0:34:53 > 0:34:55- They have a derby - in Chester on Saturday.
0:34:57 > 0:35:01- That huge derby match will be - on Clwb 2 next Sunday night.
0:35:01 > 0:35:04- Wrexham versus Chester, - I can't wait.
0:35:04 > 0:35:07- Gerwyn Owen has been - keeping us company on Clwb 2.
0:35:07 > 0:35:10- Thank you for sharing - your valuable time with us.
0:35:10 > 0:35:14- You're preparing for that big youth - event with Wales in the Bahamas.
0:35:15 > 0:35:18- The success of athletes - like Tanni Grey-Thompson...
0:35:18 > 0:35:22- ..and Aled Sion Davies has - given the impression that Wales...
0:35:22 > 0:35:24- ..is a leading light - in the paralympic world.
0:35:25 > 0:35:26- Do you agree with that opinion?
0:35:27 > 0:35:31- Our aim is to make - all sport inclusive.
0:35:31 > 0:35:35- The challenge is to - make it all-inclusive.
0:35:39 > 0:35:42- Both at the lowest levels - and at the very top.
0:35:42 > 0:35:46- People like Tanni and Aled - have been there waving the flag...
0:35:46 > 0:35:49- ..for people with disabilities.
0:35:50 > 0:35:54- You have these - exciting events coming up now.
0:35:54 > 0:36:00- Aled Sion is an inspiration in - either British or Welsh colours.
0:36:02 > 0:36:06- Most athletes who have competed at - that level tell me that they were...
0:36:07 > 0:36:11- ..most proud when they - turned out in Welsh colours.
0:36:11 > 0:36:14- I think we all feel - something a bit special...
0:36:15 > 0:36:18- ..when we go out there - and wave the Welsh flag.
0:36:20 > 0:36:25- Aled Sion is quite a character. - Tanni Grey was there first though.
0:36:25 > 0:36:29- But you need role models and - characters like Aled Sion Davies.
0:36:30 > 0:36:33- A character is - the best description of Aled.
0:36:33 > 0:36:38- He never forgets his roots.
0:36:38 > 0:36:41- He really encourages - other athletes to excel...
0:36:42 > 0:36:46- ..and they don't have to be - paralympic athletes either.
0:36:46 > 0:36:50- He conveys a strong character.
0:36:50 > 0:36:56- We have to cherish him and because - of his particular discipline...
0:36:57 > 0:37:02- ..he could still be out there - competing for twenty years.
0:37:03 > 0:37:05- He's someone to be proud of.
0:37:05 > 0:37:10- He certainly one of our current - stars that children look up to.
0:37:10 > 0:37:13- I know there's - a lot of work still to do...
0:37:13 > 0:37:17- ..but do you see the landscape - changing for Paralympic athletes?
0:37:17 > 0:37:19- Absolutely.
0:37:19 > 0:37:24- After we came back from Rio, - everyone was proud of the team.
0:37:24 > 0:37:27- The Paralympic team - and the Olympic team.
0:37:28 > 0:37:31- They are athletes - at the end of the day.
0:37:32 > 0:37:34- Thanks very much for joining us.
0:37:34 > 0:37:37- Good luck this year and next year.
0:37:37 > 0:37:39- It's a busy period for Gerwyn.
0:37:39 > 0:37:41- It's a busy period of sport - for S4C too.
0:37:41 > 0:37:44- Sgorio is back tomorrow night - and next Saturday.
0:37:44 > 0:37:46- We'll see you next Sunday on Clwb.
0:37:47 > 0:37:48- Goodnight.
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