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0:00:18 > 0:00:20- Good evening and welcome.
0:00:20 > 0:00:25- Not all that glitters is gold but - winning gold is everything in sport.
0:00:25 > 0:00:28- Imagine doing that on the Gold Coast - in Australia.
0:00:28 > 0:00:32- The Commonwealth Games - take place there next year.
0:00:32 > 0:00:36- All we need now is Spandau Ballet - singing Gold on the programme!
0:00:36 > 0:00:39- They're not here - but this is what we have for you.
0:00:41 > 0:00:44- Wales' big hope for Gold - at the Commonwealth Games.
0:00:45 > 0:00:48- A chat with Non Stanford, - Queen of the triathlon.
0:00:49 > 0:00:50- Plastic Fantastic.
0:00:51 > 0:00:53- Their pitches might be artificial...
0:00:53 > 0:00:56- ..but there's nothing fake - about Pontypridd and Merthyr.
0:00:58 > 0:01:02- After winning the Elite League - and the Challenge Cup...
0:01:02 > 0:01:05- ..Cardiff Devils have their eyes - on the treble.
0:01:08 > 0:01:10- From the tractor to the track.
0:01:10 > 0:01:14- The farm girl from Mid Wales - who's flying over the hurdles...
0:01:15 > 0:01:16- ..Lauren Williams.
0:01:19 > 0:01:22- Plenty to come but our main - attention goes to the fact...
0:01:22 > 0:01:27- ..that only a year remains until - the Gold Coast Commonwealth Games...
0:01:27 > 0:01:28- ..start in Australia.
0:01:28 > 0:01:32- Joining me is someone who - knows exactly when they start.
0:01:32 > 0:01:35- Cathy Williams is the Games Manager - for Wales.
0:01:35 > 0:01:36- Welcome, Cathy.
0:01:36 > 0:01:37- Welcome, Cathy.- - Thank you.
0:01:37 > 0:01:41- You probably have a countdown clock - in your house!
0:01:41 > 0:01:43- Post-it notes everywhere!
0:01:43 > 0:01:47- We have an exciting year ahead of - us. I look forward to the challenge.
0:01:47 > 0:01:51- Thanks for coming in - and we have plenty to discuss.
0:01:51 > 0:01:55- Firstly, we're going to look - at one of Wales' stars.
0:01:55 > 0:01:59- Non Stanford is one of Wales' - biggest hopes for a medal...
0:01:59 > 0:02:01- ..when the games begin in Australia.
0:02:02 > 0:02:05- She's a triathlete and Clwb 2 - went to meet her in Leeds.
0:02:10 > 0:02:13- I've been into sports - since I was a baby.
0:02:14 > 0:02:17- I was born into gymnastics.
0:02:17 > 0:02:21- My mother was a - British Gymnastics coach.
0:02:22 > 0:02:26- I've always been - surrounded by sports.
0:02:26 > 0:02:30- My first passion was swimming - with Swim Swansea in Swansea.
0:02:32 > 0:02:37- When I moved to secondary school I - started to do cross-country running.
0:02:38 > 0:02:42- I hadn't tried a triathlon - until I was 19 and at university.
0:02:42 > 0:02:47- After the first attempt, - I vowed never to do that again.
0:02:47 > 0:02:50- Somehow, I'm still doing it.
0:02:51 > 0:02:54- From the start it was clear - that Non was incredibly talented.
0:02:55 > 0:02:56- In the space of one year...
0:02:57 > 0:03:00- ..she went from being - the 2012 U23 world champion...
0:03:00 > 0:03:03- ..to being the outright - world champion a year later.
0:03:03 > 0:03:05- I couldn't really believe...
0:03:05 > 0:03:09- ..that I managed to progress - from U23 world champion...
0:03:09 > 0:03:12- ..to the senior world champion - in a single season.
0:03:12 > 0:03:17- I was the first woman to do that.
0:03:17 > 0:03:21- The only other person to do that - is Alistair Brownlee.
0:03:21 > 0:03:25- It was a dream come true - in 12 months.
0:03:26 > 0:03:29- Twelve months after that - the dream had become a nightmare.
0:03:29 > 0:03:32- She missed most of the season - with an injury.
0:03:32 > 0:03:37- I had a really bad injury.
0:03:37 > 0:03:41- I had to sit out the whole season.
0:03:41 > 0:03:44- That included - a Commonwealth Games...
0:03:44 > 0:03:47- ..where I had been excited - about wearing the Welsh shirt.
0:03:48 > 0:03:51- That was the low point of my career.
0:03:52 > 0:03:55- At the Rio Games I finished fourth.
0:03:55 > 0:03:58- I wanted the gold medal, of course.
0:03:58 > 0:04:04- I'll use that fourth place as - motivation for the next Olympics.
0:04:04 > 0:04:08- I loved seeing the Welsh - being successful in Rio.
0:04:08 > 0:04:12- A lot of the women - managed to win medals.
0:04:12 > 0:04:15- Hopefully, we can - build on those successes...
0:04:15 > 0:04:19- ..in the next Commonwealth Games - and bring back medals to Wales.
0:04:23 > 0:04:29- I'm looking forward to those games - and trying to get selected.
0:04:29 > 0:04:31- I intend going there to win gold.
0:04:32 > 0:04:37- Any colour would be good but I want - the gold medal at the Gold Coast.
0:04:38 > 0:04:41- After I retire from triathlon...
0:04:41 > 0:04:45- ..I hope to return to Wales - and live in Swansea.
0:04:45 > 0:04:49- I'm a massive Swansea City fan. - I love watching them play.
0:04:49 > 0:04:52- I hope they stay up this season.
0:04:52 > 0:04:57- I'm always proud to say - that I come from Wales.
0:04:57 > 0:05:02- When I was growing up - my mum always emphasised...
0:05:02 > 0:05:06- ..how important it was - to be proud to be Welsh.
0:05:09 > 0:05:12- I'm desperate to go - to the Commonwealth Games...
0:05:12 > 0:05:14- ..so I can wear the Welsh shirt.
0:05:19 > 0:05:22- Non Stanford will surely be at the - Games.
0:05:22 > 0:05:27- She's a Swansea City fan and they - had a drab draw against 'Boro today.
0:05:27 > 0:05:30- I'm not sure she'll be happy with - that result.
0:05:30 > 0:05:33- There's still a way to go - in the league.
0:05:33 > 0:05:37- Cathy Williams is my guest. - She is the Games Manager for Wales.
0:05:37 > 0:05:40- Non Stanford is one - of Wales' big names.
0:05:40 > 0:05:42- There will be new names - there as well.
0:05:42 > 0:05:45- It must be exciting - to have them in the team.
0:05:45 > 0:05:49- It's important that people like Non - are in the team.
0:05:49 > 0:05:53- She lifts the confidence - of the younger athletes.
0:05:53 > 0:05:56- She can give tips and share - her experience of big events.
0:05:57 > 0:06:02- If Non is selected, it will be - her first Commonwealth Games.
0:06:03 > 0:06:05- She was injured for Glasgow.
0:06:05 > 0:06:08- She will want to get - onto that podium...
0:06:09 > 0:06:13- ..especially after missing out - in Rio last year.
0:06:13 > 0:06:19- A mix of young and experienced - athletes is important for the team.
0:06:19 > 0:06:22- They all mention wearing - the red of Wales.
0:06:22 > 0:06:24- It doesn't happen too often - for these athletes.
0:06:25 > 0:06:28- It's huge, - especially for those sports...
0:06:29 > 0:06:35- ..which don't get the coverage that - athletics or swimming might get.
0:06:35 > 0:06:38- It's allows them - to get some attention...
0:06:38 > 0:06:41- ..and show off the hard work - they do behind the scenes.
0:06:41 > 0:06:43- They train every day of every week.
0:06:44 > 0:06:46- It's their chance to shine - on the big stage.
0:06:47 > 0:06:50- It is quite a stage in Australia.
0:06:50 > 0:06:54- The Gold Coast awaits - in a year's time.
0:06:54 > 0:06:58- Let's see what's - coming up next year.
0:07:06 > 0:07:09- How would I describe the Gold Coast?
0:07:09 > 0:07:14- I would say probably one of the most - beautiful strips of coastline.
0:07:16 > 0:07:17- It's got all the attributes.
0:07:17 > 0:07:19- All the magic.
0:07:19 > 0:07:22- Just beauty. - It's beautiful wherever you look.
0:07:25 > 0:07:28- You can be surfing perfect waves - one minute...
0:07:28 > 0:07:32- ..and then get in a car and be - out in the hills in twenty minutes.
0:07:32 > 0:07:35- We love to show our city off - to the people.
0:07:35 > 0:07:37- We love to show - what we have to offer.
0:07:37 > 0:07:40- The Gold Coast has so much to offer.
0:07:46 > 0:07:50- It's young, energetic - and has a sense of anticipation...
0:07:50 > 0:07:52- ..for what the future holds.
0:07:53 > 0:07:56- Pearson will be - Commonwealth Champion.
0:07:56 > 0:08:00- The 2018 Commonwealth Games - will bring excitement...
0:08:00 > 0:08:02- ..and a new energy and - a new vibe to the city.
0:08:03 > 0:08:07- We're all going to come together - as one team and support each other.
0:08:08 > 0:08:10- It'll be amazing.
0:08:10 > 0:08:11- Exciting.
0:08:11 > 0:08:12- Exciting.- - Very exciting.
0:08:13 > 0:08:17- When we look back at 2018, we'll see - it as a game-changer for our city.
0:08:20 > 0:08:23- We love to share our culture with - the world and all of Australia.
0:08:25 > 0:08:28- I can't wait to show people around - our beautiful city.
0:08:32 > 0:08:34- It's an amazing place.
0:08:43 > 0:08:47- That promotional video says it all.
0:08:47 > 0:08:49- Can I come with you!
0:08:49 > 0:08:53- You have been there already. - Are they raring to go?
0:08:53 > 0:08:58- They are ready and you expect - nothing more from Australia.
0:08:58 > 0:09:03- It's the fifth Games they've hosted. - Everything is top-notch.
0:09:04 > 0:09:06- All the venues look fantastic.
0:09:06 > 0:09:09- The village for the athletes - looks amazing.
0:09:10 > 0:09:13- It has everything - you could think of.
0:09:13 > 0:09:17- There are four swimming pools, - hairdressers, a dentist...
0:09:17 > 0:09:19- ..a Post Office, everything!
0:09:19 > 0:09:24- They are all so excited - to welcome us over there.
0:09:24 > 0:09:28- I haven't been anywhere - where I'd want to live...
0:09:28 > 0:09:31- ..apart from the Gold Coast.
0:09:32 > 0:09:36- We drive our car onto our drive and - go into the house.
0:09:36 > 0:09:39- They drive their boats into the - canal and to their houses!
0:09:40 > 0:09:41- It's bonkers but brilliant.
0:09:42 > 0:09:44- It's the lifestyle of Australia.
0:09:44 > 0:09:47- It's an outdoor lifestyle - where sport is important.
0:09:47 > 0:09:50- It feels like the perfect place - for these Games.
0:09:51 > 0:09:52- Perfect.
0:09:52 > 0:09:56- They are so relaxed and friendly.
0:09:56 > 0:10:02- When we went out there we chose a - surf club as the base for Wales.
0:10:03 > 0:10:08- Everyone on the team has a place on - the beach which screams 'Australia'!
0:10:09 > 0:10:13- Friends and family of the athletes - can also visit.
0:10:13 > 0:10:18- There are so many expats from Wales - who live out there.
0:10:18 > 0:10:21- I met up with quite a few of them.
0:10:21 > 0:10:26- Our Chef de Mission, Nicky Phillips, - is out there at the moment.
0:10:26 > 0:10:31- Earlier today, she was celebrating - that there's only a year to go.
0:10:31 > 0:10:34- It was an incredible occasion.
0:10:34 > 0:10:38- They'll give a warm welcome - but they'll also want to win!
0:10:39 > 0:10:43- We'll speak more later on - but we now turn to ice hockey.
0:10:43 > 0:10:46- Cardiff Devils - have had a superb season.
0:10:46 > 0:10:50- They've already won the Elite League - and the Challenge Cup.
0:10:50 > 0:10:51- Next, it's the play-offs.
0:10:51 > 0:10:55- It all started last evening - against Manchester Storm.
0:11:00 > 0:11:04- The dark clouds were gathering even - before the Devils and the Storm met.
0:11:04 > 0:11:08- Andrew Lord had made sure his team - were ready for the challenge.
0:11:09 > 0:11:11- They thought they had - an early lead too.
0:11:12 > 0:11:14- But Guillaume Doucet - had kicked the puck.
0:11:15 > 0:11:17- Disallowed goal.
0:11:17 > 0:11:21- The Manchester team - almost scored soon after.
0:11:21 > 0:11:25- Bowns denied them and - the game remained all square.
0:11:27 > 0:11:29- That didn't last for long.
0:11:29 > 0:11:34- Gleason Fournier with the perfect - pass for Patrick Asselin to score.
0:11:36 > 0:11:40- Fournier with the pass and the - Devils ahead after the first period.
0:11:42 > 0:11:45- Manchester struck back - in the second period.
0:11:45 > 0:11:47- Connor Varley hoodwinking Bowns.
0:11:48 > 0:11:52- The instant snap shot - flew into the top corner.
0:11:54 > 0:11:58- With the Devils in trouble, - Storm took the lead.
0:11:58 > 0:12:01- Mark Heatley - left his mark on the game.
0:12:01 > 0:12:03- That left the visitors ahead.
0:12:03 > 0:12:05- The team that finished eighth...
0:12:05 > 0:12:08- ..were ahead at the home - of the team that finished top.
0:12:09 > 0:12:12- Was there a shock on the cards - in the play-offs?
0:12:15 > 0:12:20- This game is so fast sometimes - it's hard to appreciate great goals.
0:12:20 > 0:12:24- However, the experts agreed that - this was a classic by Joey Haddad.
0:12:30 > 0:12:34- Haddad through the middle and making - an April Fool of the keeper too.
0:12:34 > 0:12:36- The Devils had equalized.
0:12:36 > 0:12:38- From there the Devils dominated.
0:12:39 > 0:12:43- After pressing and pressing and - shoving and all sorts of nonsense...
0:12:43 > 0:12:45- ..the goal finally arrived.
0:12:45 > 0:12:47- Scott Hotham forcing the puck home.
0:12:50 > 0:12:54- How crucial will that slight edge be - before the second leg?
0:12:57 > 0:12:58- Absolutely crucial.
0:12:59 > 0:13:02- The Devils are through - to finals weekend in Nottingham...
0:13:02 > 0:13:05- ..where the semi-finals - and final will be played.
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0:13:19 > 0:13:20- Welcome back.
0:13:20 > 0:13:25- Next, rugby and a big game at the - top of the Principality Premiership.
0:13:26 > 0:13:29- Pontypridd had won every game - since the mid-season split.
0:13:29 > 0:13:31- Three out of three.
0:13:31 > 0:13:35- That record was under threat as they - travelled to third-placed Merthyr.
0:13:35 > 0:13:37- Owain Gwynedd was watching.
0:13:46 > 0:13:51- Ponty versus Merthyr - always gets a lot of attention.
0:13:51 > 0:13:53- It's a game we all look forward to.
0:13:54 > 0:13:57- There's pride at stake - for Pontypridd and Merthyr.
0:13:57 > 0:14:00- We're the new boys on the block - and they've set the benchmark.
0:14:01 > 0:14:05- They have done for the last five - to six years and we're chasing that.
0:14:05 > 0:14:08- If we can emulate that - winning culture of theirs...
0:14:08 > 0:14:11- ..I'm sure we'll - be successful in the future.
0:14:15 > 0:14:20- Shellard, on his 200th appearance - for the visitors.
0:14:20 > 0:14:24- Has he given a penalty away - in the tackle area?
0:14:24 > 0:14:28- Simon Rees is playing advantage - as the cross-field kick is made.
0:14:28 > 0:14:31- Kyle Evans is chasing - and he's under it.
0:14:31 > 0:14:34- He's won it and - he cuts inside and slips.
0:14:34 > 0:14:37- Kyle Evans is only inches short.
0:14:37 > 0:14:41- There are men left and right. - Jarvis has space on the right.
0:14:41 > 0:14:44- Acres of space.
0:14:45 > 0:14:50- Pontypridd storm back mob-handed - and they burrow in for the ball.
0:14:52 > 0:14:56- Somehow, Pontypridd have weathered - the storm without conceding.
0:15:05 > 0:15:10- Pontypridd get the decision.
0:15:11 > 0:15:16- Ben Jones, the Wales U20 fly half, - takes aim again.
0:15:19 > 0:15:23- It looks good this time. - The power and accuracy is there.
0:15:23 > 0:15:27- The first points of the afternoon - have been scored at The Wern.
0:15:27 > 0:15:30- Pontypridd 3-0 Merthyr.
0:15:31 > 0:15:36- Dane Blacker launches - the high box-kick.
0:15:38 > 0:15:42- Shellard and Dafi Davies are the men - trying to guess the bouncing ball.
0:15:42 > 0:15:46- Owen Howe was pulled back. - What's the decision here?
0:15:46 > 0:15:49- It's definitely a penalty.
0:15:49 > 0:15:53- If it was on purpose - then the yellow card will follow.
0:15:55 > 0:15:58- Pontypridd were under pressure.
0:16:00 > 0:16:04- Jarvis lands the easy penalty.
0:16:08 > 0:16:10- Rhys Williams drives forward.
0:16:12 > 0:16:14- He's supported - by his fellow forwards.
0:16:14 > 0:16:19- James fumbles around for the ball - in the ruck.
0:16:19 > 0:16:23- Out it goes but that - might have been crossing.
0:16:23 > 0:16:27- Play continues and the ball - is spread wide. Is it a try?
0:16:27 > 0:16:31- It has been scored by Kyle Evans - after a Jarvis pass.
0:16:31 > 0:16:34- Evans went so close - to scoring earlier.
0:16:34 > 0:16:36- He's done it this time.
0:16:36 > 0:16:40- He slipped earlier but he was - much more sure-footed this time.
0:16:40 > 0:16:45- He's crossed under the posts - and given Merthyr the lead....
0:16:45 > 0:16:49- ..in the final moments - of the first half.
0:16:50 > 0:16:51- SECOND HALF
0:16:52 > 0:16:55- Wayne Evans will want this one - out as soon as possible.
0:16:55 > 0:16:57- There's a penalty to come.
0:16:57 > 0:17:01- Williams tries to spread it - by missing out Lockyer.
0:17:01 > 0:17:05- The ball has been spilled - and Teri Gee will take advantage.
0:17:05 > 0:17:08- Teri Gee goes all the way.
0:17:09 > 0:17:13- The Pontypridd defence - was caught having a snooze.
0:17:14 > 0:17:16- They thought the whistle - was going to be blown.
0:17:17 > 0:17:20- Teri Gee was wide awake.
0:17:21 > 0:17:25- The sun is shining - on Merthyr this afternoon.
0:17:26 > 0:17:28- It was one of those games...
0:17:28 > 0:17:33- ..where the result was decided - in one or two incidents.
0:17:33 > 0:17:39- One try came from a dropped ball. - Small incidents like that.
0:17:39 > 0:17:42- It doesn't take much - to get you up to play Pontypridd.
0:17:43 > 0:17:45- We had a couple of sessions this - week.
0:17:45 > 0:17:48- Long ones that kept us here - late at night.
0:17:48 > 0:17:50- Worth it to win today.
0:17:50 > 0:17:52- In the only other game - this weekend...
0:17:53 > 0:17:55- ..Llanelli took on Swansea - at Parc Y Scarlets.
0:17:55 > 0:18:01- Ryan Davies crossed - for the first try.
0:18:01 > 0:18:06- The home team scored four tries - to claim a bonus point.
0:18:06 > 0:18:09- Kalum Evans scored this one - in the second half.
0:18:11 > 0:18:16- That one game in the top eight - has lifted Merthyr to the top.
0:18:16 > 0:18:18- It'll be quite a race for the title.
0:18:18 > 0:18:22- They only face each other once - in this phase of the competition.
0:18:22 > 0:18:24- Llanelli are third - in the bottom eight.
0:18:29 > 0:18:32- There was a rugby final played - yesterday as well.
0:18:33 > 0:18:35- The Fosters Cup final - took place in Bridgend.
0:18:35 > 0:18:39- Two Tier 1 Principality - Premiership teams were involved.
0:18:39 > 0:18:41- Carmarthen Quins and Bedwas...
0:18:41 > 0:18:45- ..who hoped for better luck - having lost in the final last year.
0:18:59 > 0:19:02- Carmarthen Quins are pressing here.
0:19:02 > 0:19:05- It takes three men - to stop the prop, Javan Sebastian.
0:19:05 > 0:19:10- The forwards tidy up and present - clean ball for Connor Lloyd.
0:19:11 > 0:19:13- The backs can spread the ball here.
0:19:13 > 0:19:16- Banfield gets the ball - to Shaun Evans.
0:19:17 > 0:19:22- Great play by the flanker finishing - that move like a genuine winger.
0:19:23 > 0:19:27- Quins went for it despite having - a man on the ground with an injury.
0:19:27 > 0:19:31- They've scored the first try.
0:19:31 > 0:19:35- There's 30 minutes on the clock - in this final. It's a close match.
0:19:35 > 0:19:39- Mike Callow finds the gap and Nicky - Griffiths is available on the right.
0:19:39 > 0:19:45- Griffiths sets it up and - Pat Lewis will score the try.
0:19:46 > 0:19:50- Bedwas lost in the final last year - but they lead this season.
0:19:51 > 0:19:53- Mike Callow set up the chance.
0:19:53 > 0:19:59- Griffiths was there in support - and the winger, Pat Lewis, scored.
0:19:59 > 0:20:05- Quins eschew the chance to clear - for a more adventurous approach.
0:20:05 > 0:20:10- Quins are very confident and they've - creates something from nothing.
0:20:10 > 0:20:15- Banfield is striding away - with Lee Williams in support.
0:20:15 > 0:20:19- Williams has been dragged down.
0:20:20 > 0:20:25- Williams held onto the ball. Bedwas - did well to save themselves there.
0:20:28 > 0:20:30- Griffiths to Richard Powell.
0:20:31 > 0:20:34- Mike Callow has - timed his run to perfection.
0:20:35 > 0:20:38- Callow cuts inside - and scores under the posts.
0:20:39 > 0:20:43- The centre set up - the first try for Bedwas.
0:20:43 > 0:20:47- He's made and scored - their second try.
0:20:47 > 0:20:50- Great play by Mike Callow.
0:20:51 > 0:20:54- The Quins are inches short - and the ball will come back.
0:20:55 > 0:20:57- Iolo Evans with the pass - that missed out a man.
0:20:58 > 0:21:00- Can Andrew Green - drive it over the line?
0:21:00 > 0:21:04- He has and the Quins - are back in the game.
0:21:04 > 0:21:07- The substitute, Andrew Green, - received the ball on the wing.
0:21:07 > 0:21:10- He was strong enough - to score in the corner.
0:21:15 > 0:21:18- We've played the full 80 minutes - and the Quins have it.
0:21:19 > 0:21:21- Bedwas are claiming an infringement.
0:21:21 > 0:21:24- Quins didn't release the ball.
0:21:24 > 0:21:29- Bedwas are the Fosters Cup - Champions. Congratulations to them.
0:21:30 > 0:21:32- It means a lot to the club - and a lot to the boys.
0:21:32 > 0:21:37- At the moment, we also fighting - for the play-offs in Tier 1.
0:21:37 > 0:21:42- We need to keep - the confidence and momentum going.
0:21:42 > 0:21:47- We'll enjoy tonight and then work - hard for Llandovery on Saturday.
0:21:51 > 0:21:53- Many congratulations to Bedwas.
0:21:53 > 0:21:57- Back to athletics now and a chance - to meet a young female athlete.
0:21:57 > 0:22:00- She's from Mid Wales - and is a hurdler.
0:22:00 > 0:22:03- It shouldn't be a problem - for a farmer's daughter.
0:22:03 > 0:22:04- This is Lauren Williams.
0:22:05 > 0:22:10- When I was young I was sure - I wanted to be a dancer.
0:22:10 > 0:22:14- I started doing cross-country - running at my junior school.
0:22:14 > 0:22:16- I always did quite well.
0:22:16 > 0:22:21- Then I joined Maldwyn Harriers - and I've never looked back.
0:22:21 > 0:22:27- Lauren Williams of Maldwyn Harriers - in Newtown is very determined.
0:22:27 > 0:22:32- A 200-mile round trip from - her home in Trefeglwys in Powys...
0:22:32 > 0:22:35- ..for specialist training - doesn't daunt her either.
0:22:36 > 0:22:39- It's not easy being - an athlete from Mid Wales.
0:22:40 > 0:22:46- I come down to Swansea to train with - Wyn because he has great facilities.
0:22:47 > 0:22:51- Wynford Leyshon has vast experience - of coaching at the highest levels.
0:22:51 > 0:22:54- 400M Hurdlers, - Dai Greene and Rhys Williams...
0:22:55 > 0:22:59- ..are amongst those to emerge - from his stable of athletes.
0:22:59 > 0:23:05- Lauren joined Swansea Harriers - a couple of years ago.
0:23:05 > 0:23:11- She had just won the British - championship in the 300M Hurdles.
0:23:11 > 0:23:14- She was clearly talented.
0:23:14 > 0:23:18- She lives a long way away - so I don't coach her all the time.
0:23:18 > 0:23:24- We give her advice and do sessions - with her only when it's convenient.
0:23:26 > 0:23:29- Athletics isn't the only thing - keeping Lauren busy.
0:23:29 > 0:23:34- There's work to do on the farm near - Llanidloes during lambing season.
0:23:34 > 0:23:36- And she's revising for A Levels.
0:23:36 > 0:23:39- It's a surprise there are - enough hours in the day.
0:23:39 > 0:23:43- Right from the time she learnt - to walk, Lauren always ran.
0:23:44 > 0:23:48- Whenever there was work to do - with the sheep or the stock...
0:23:49 > 0:23:54- ..Lauren would opt to run instead - of the Land Rover or the bike.
0:23:54 > 0:23:58- All that running turned out - to be excellent training...
0:23:58 > 0:24:03- ..when Lauren pulled off a stunning - victory in a 300M hurdles race...
0:24:03 > 0:24:07- ..in the British Schools - Championships in Bedford in 2015.
0:24:07 > 0:24:09- She proved she had potential.
0:24:09 > 0:24:11- It came as a complete surprise.
0:24:11 > 0:24:14- We knew that summer, - she'd been running well.
0:24:14 > 0:24:19- Her times were improving. - She just ran a tremendous race.
0:24:19 > 0:24:22- She held on - across the line in first.
0:24:24 > 0:24:27- Lauren travels to Swansea and - Shrewsbury of technical training.
0:24:27 > 0:24:32- However, the local club in Newtown - still plays a crucial role.
0:24:32 > 0:24:35- The coaches at Maldwyn - have been wonderful.
0:24:35 > 0:24:38- They all give up their time - to train with Lauren.
0:24:38 > 0:24:40- She thinks the world of them.
0:24:41 > 0:24:43- Everybody has been supportive.
0:24:43 > 0:24:47- However, ultimately, - our farm works seven days a week.
0:24:47 > 0:24:50- There are times - when I have to ask her for help.
0:24:50 > 0:24:55- I try to keep it to a minimum. This - time of year with lambing it's 24/7.
0:24:56 > 0:25:01- We do need to fulfil Lauren's dreams - of getting to university...
0:25:01 > 0:25:05- ..so the athletics - can go to the next level...
0:25:05 > 0:25:09- ..where she has a track - and facilities close to hand.
0:25:09 > 0:25:14- This year is tough because I have - to fit the training and competing...
0:25:14 > 0:25:17- ..around my studies for A Levels.
0:25:18 > 0:25:21- I can't wait to get to university.
0:25:21 > 0:25:25- Over the winter, Lauren has been - concentrating on the 400M race...
0:25:25 > 0:25:29- ..in preparation for hurdles' races - in the outdoor season.
0:25:29 > 0:25:33- She was selected as the captain of - the Welsh Women U20 Athletics team.
0:25:33 > 0:25:35- They took on England recently.
0:25:35 > 0:25:39- The start of my races - are always really strong.
0:25:39 > 0:25:45- I got out of the blocks really well - and everything went to plan...
0:25:45 > 0:25:49- ..with me reaching the bell - in first place...
0:25:49 > 0:25:52- ..and crossing the lanes in front...
0:25:52 > 0:25:55- ..but I couldn't quite hang on - at the end.
0:25:55 > 0:25:59- I'm pleased I was able to execute - the majority of the race plan well.
0:26:00 > 0:26:05- She ran really well but she was - chased down right at the end.
0:26:05 > 0:26:08- It was neck on the block stuff.
0:26:10 > 0:26:14- We can sort that out with a - bit more speed endurance training.
0:26:14 > 0:26:19- The aims for this season are for her - to win the Welsh championship.
0:26:19 > 0:26:23- We also want her to do well - in the British Championships.
0:26:24 > 0:26:25- We hope she'll be picked...
0:26:25 > 0:26:29- ..to represent Britain at - the U20 European Championships.
0:26:30 > 0:26:34- My long-term goal is to compete - in the Commonwealth Games.
0:26:34 > 0:26:39- Like all athletes, my dream - is to go to an Olympic Games.
0:26:39 > 0:26:44- That's my biggest long-term goal.
0:26:47 > 0:26:51- It was great to meet Lauren - Williams. Good luck to her.
0:26:51 > 0:26:54- Cathy, great to see - a determined young athlete...
0:26:54 > 0:26:58- ..talking about the Commonwealth - Games and the Olympics.
0:26:58 > 0:27:00- Great to hear that ambition.
0:27:00 > 0:27:04- It's good to see new faces - like Lauren breaking through.
0:27:04 > 0:27:07- It's important to give them - some coverage...
0:27:07 > 0:27:11- ..because they put in so many hours - at such a young age.
0:27:11 > 0:27:12- Before and after school.
0:27:13 > 0:27:19- We must also thank their parents - and grandparents for helping.
0:27:19 > 0:27:22- It's a real team effort.
0:27:23 > 0:27:27- Especially when they're driving - them around every weekend.
0:27:27 > 0:27:32- When they are called into the Wales - team or get on a podium...
0:27:32 > 0:27:35- ..it means a lot - to more than one person.
0:27:35 > 0:27:37- It's a family affair.
0:27:37 > 0:27:40- They all have their own personal - story.
0:27:40 > 0:27:42- Lauren is from the Llanidloes area.
0:27:43 > 0:27:46- Facilities are a factor - as is all the travelling.
0:27:46 > 0:27:48- She has to travel a long way - to train.
0:27:49 > 0:27:51- You need to be a strong character - to do that.
0:27:51 > 0:27:54- They also have so much passion.
0:27:54 > 0:27:58- They're not paid to train or - compete.
0:27:58 > 0:28:03- The passion is also shared - by the volunteers who help out.
0:28:03 > 0:28:06- Parents and grandparents - are involved...
0:28:07 > 0:28:10- ..because of their passion - for the sport.
0:28:10 > 0:28:12- They love what they do.
0:28:12 > 0:28:15- People accuse young people - of being lazy.
0:28:15 > 0:28:19- Lauren is doing her A levels, - helps out on the farm...
0:28:19 > 0:28:21- ..and travels for training.
0:28:21 > 0:28:22- They're not lazy!
0:28:22 > 0:28:24- Definitely not.
0:28:24 > 0:28:27- She has had so much natural - training.
0:28:27 > 0:28:31- Facilities in Mid Wales are poor - but she worked on the farm.
0:28:31 > 0:28:35- In Australia, they have - an outdoor sporting lifestyle.
0:28:35 > 0:28:39- It would be nice to see that here - but the Welsh rain doesn't help!
0:28:40 > 0:28:42- They start at a very young age.
0:28:42 > 0:28:46- The most recent newcomer is Anna - Hursey, a table tennis player.
0:28:47 > 0:28:51- She is only ten years old - and in the Wales senior team.
0:28:51 > 0:28:55- If the passion is there - you can achieve whatever you want.
0:28:55 > 0:28:59- Anna Hursey, ten years old, - quite amazing.
0:28:59 > 0:29:02- Quite a table tennis story - and an old one on Clwb.
0:29:02 > 0:29:07- After the break, we take a look - at Antur Stiniog. Stay tuned.
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0:29:21 > 0:29:25- Welcome back. It's five years - since Antur Stiniog opened.
0:29:25 > 0:29:29- The mountain bike course has gone - from strength to strength.
0:29:29 > 0:29:32- There has been some exciting - developments there recently.
0:29:33 > 0:29:37- We'll learn more about that and - about Clwb Beicio Mynydd Eryri...
0:29:37 > 0:29:39- ..as we return - to Blaenau Ffestiniog.
0:29:44 > 0:29:47- Stiniog has a lot of similar track.
0:29:47 > 0:29:53- We listen to what cyclists like - and what the current trends are.
0:29:53 > 0:29:59- We're working with Dyffryn Conwy - Trail Crew to break in a new run.
0:29:59 > 0:30:01- It's a mud trail.
0:30:02 > 0:30:04- We're here today on behalf of DTC.
0:30:04 > 0:30:09- It's a small group of lads who are - keen mountain-bikers from Snowdonia.
0:30:09 > 0:30:15- We thought we'd get together - to overhaul trails...
0:30:15 > 0:30:17- ..and maybe build new lines.
0:30:18 > 0:30:22- When we were first approached - and given the opportunity...
0:30:22 > 0:30:23- ..we were all buzzing...
0:30:24 > 0:30:27- ..to be able to get up there - and build what we wanted.
0:30:27 > 0:30:29- It's like - a hand-made ornament really.
0:30:29 > 0:30:32- You appreciate it more - because you've built it.
0:30:34 > 0:30:37- I've known some of the lads - for quite a few years.
0:30:37 > 0:30:41- They are real characters.
0:30:41 > 0:30:45- It was a great experience - to work with them.
0:30:45 > 0:30:47- The guys turn up early - for breakfast...
0:30:47 > 0:30:51- ..get the uplifts for free, - they spend the day cutting trails...
0:30:52 > 0:30:55- ..they try it out and ride it and - see what works and what doesn't.
0:30:55 > 0:30:58- It's good to interact - with the community.
0:30:58 > 0:31:03- It keeps them out of mischief - cutting trails in other forests.
0:31:03 > 0:31:07- These lads are so keen - about riding their bikes.
0:31:07 > 0:31:10- It's good to see young lads...
0:31:10 > 0:31:14- ..putting their efforts - into something worthwhile.
0:31:15 > 0:31:17- See you on the trail.
0:31:26 > 0:31:30- I ride for Snowdonia Mountain Bike - Club based around Llanberis.
0:31:31 > 0:31:33- We meet monthly - for a large club ride.
0:31:33 > 0:31:36- We meet weekly - for evening rides after work.
0:31:36 > 0:31:40- It's made up of loads of people who - enjoy all different kinds of biking.
0:31:40 > 0:31:43- Trail-biking, - cross-country or down-hilling.
0:31:43 > 0:31:46- It's a very good way of - being outdoors around Snowdonia.
0:31:46 > 0:31:49- We are here in Blaenau Ffestiniog.
0:31:49 > 0:31:52- We'll be riding - the new track, Bendy G.
0:31:52 > 0:31:54- It'll be fun.
0:31:55 > 0:31:59- I started riding with the club - some four or five years ago.
0:31:59 > 0:32:02- They showed me the local tracks.
0:32:03 > 0:32:06- Sometimes we'll just ride after work - and then go and meet...
0:32:06 > 0:32:09- ..at a local pub or whatever - and have a film night.
0:32:09 > 0:32:11- People can have tea together.
0:32:11 > 0:32:15- It's about socialising just - as much as the mountain-biking.
0:32:15 > 0:32:19- We've been riding here - with the Dyffryn Trail Crew.
0:32:19 > 0:32:20- They've built a new track.
0:32:21 > 0:32:25- It starts with a few jumps then - works its way down with a new route.
0:32:25 > 0:32:27- It was pretty tough to ride it.
0:32:28 > 0:32:32- When it dries out - I expect it will be much better.
0:32:32 > 0:32:36- The club does all kinds - of mountain-biking.
0:32:37 > 0:32:41- There are the man-made trails - like the Marin and Penmachno ones.
0:32:42 > 0:32:45- We've been down-hilling - here in Antur Stiniog today.
0:32:45 > 0:32:49- There's everything here from - trails for those just starting...
0:32:49 > 0:32:53- ..all the way up to the most - proficient sponsored mountain-biker.
0:32:53 > 0:32:55- The club also hosts - that whole range.
0:32:55 > 0:32:57- It's just a buzz. A great hobby.
0:32:58 > 0:33:00- Meeting new people is just great.
0:33:06 > 0:33:11- Antur Stiniog has had - a positive effect on the area.
0:33:11 > 0:33:16- We get between 10 and 12,000 people - coming here to ride the trails.
0:33:16 > 0:33:22- That means we can employ more people - especially in the summer.
0:33:22 > 0:33:26- We take on more drivers - and more staff at the cafe.
0:33:27 > 0:33:31- We have become famous - in the mountain-biking world.
0:33:31 > 0:33:35- We've held huge races - like the British championships.
0:33:35 > 0:33:41- Many stay locally, eat locally - and spend money locally.
0:33:42 > 0:33:44- That's good for the area.
0:33:50 > 0:33:52- Superb scenery at Antur Stiniog.
0:33:53 > 0:33:56- We'll have more mountain biking - on next week's show.
0:33:56 > 0:34:01- The first round of the UK National - Downhill has been in Nant Gwrtheyrn.
0:34:01 > 0:34:03- Emyr Davies will be my studio guest.
0:34:03 > 0:34:05- Cathy Williams is my guest today.
0:34:06 > 0:34:09- A year to go before the Commonwealth - Games begin in Australia.
0:34:10 > 0:34:12- Let's take a rough guide - of the faces...
0:34:12 > 0:34:16- ..we need to keep a close eye on - over the next 12 months.
0:34:31 > 0:34:35- HURDLES
0:34:37 > 0:34:41- POLE VAULT
0:34:43 > 0:34:44- SHOT PUT
0:34:45 > 0:34:46- DISCUS
0:34:48 > 0:34:52- SHOT PUT
0:35:00 > 0:35:05- TRIPLE JUMP
0:35:10 > 0:35:15- Some familiar faces - as well as some new ones.
0:35:17 > 0:35:21- I hadn't quite realised how many - will be going out to Australia.
0:35:22 > 0:35:24- There were over 200 - at the last Games.
0:35:25 > 0:35:29- There will be plenty of Welsh - over there.
0:35:29 > 0:35:32- There are many Welsh living over - there already.
0:35:33 > 0:35:37- Having that support so far from home - will be very important.
0:35:38 > 0:35:42- They are excited about having - the Wales team over there.
0:35:42 > 0:35:47- We'll be showing what we're about - and the passion we have for sport.
0:35:48 > 0:35:52- I've mentioned that there's only - a year to go a few times tonight.
0:35:52 > 0:35:56- What does that mean in practical - terms for you as Games Manager?
0:35:57 > 0:36:00- I am very busy at the moment - with different elements.
0:36:00 > 0:36:03- It's like assembling a jigsaw.
0:36:05 > 0:36:10- I'm making sure everything runs - as smoothly as possible next year.
0:36:11 > 0:36:14- At the moment, - we're looking at transport.
0:36:14 > 0:36:19- When the athletes, swimmers and - other sportsmen and women...
0:36:19 > 0:36:22- ..will be travelling over there.
0:36:22 > 0:36:27- Some will go out at the start of - February right up to the Games.
0:36:27 > 0:36:32- We're also looking at accommodation - and the kit which is very crucial.
0:36:33 > 0:36:36- We are visiting - all the different sports...
0:36:36 > 0:36:39- ..to measure up the athletes - and coaches.
0:36:40 > 0:36:43- Obviously, the teams - haven't been selected yet...
0:36:43 > 0:36:45- ..but we know the long list.
0:36:46 > 0:36:50- The costumes for the opening - ceremony is also a lot of fun.
0:36:50 > 0:36:54- It sounds very exciting and you'll - get a warm welcome in Australia.
0:36:54 > 0:36:57- Thanks for joining us today - at a busy time for you.
0:36:57 > 0:36:58- Good luck over the coming year.
0:36:59 > 0:37:01- I look forward - to the Commonwealth Games.
0:37:01 > 0:37:03- That's all for this evening.
0:37:03 > 0:37:07- We'll be back next week with more - mountain biking from Nant Gwrtheyrn.
0:37:07 > 0:37:11- It's the first round of National - Downhill Championships.
0:37:11 > 0:37:14- Watch this, hold on tight - or hide behind the sofa.
0:37:14 > 0:37:16- This lot really go for it. - Goodnight.
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