Scorpions first and second teams in Caerphilly this weekend

by Ian Golden,

There’s South Wales Scorpions Rugby League action to enjoy at Caerphilly RFC all weekend as both the club’s first and second teams are in action.

First up is the Scorpions’ under 20s as they take Oxford RLFC reserves on Saturday at Virginia Park (kick-off 3pm) while the first team take on Barrow Raiders in Kingstone Press League 1 on Sunday (kick-off 3pm).

Head of youth Paul Emanuelli, who is also expected to turn out against Barrow on Sunday, can’t wait for the big weekend at Virginia Park.

“I’m really looking forward to Saturday’s challenge against Oxford Reserves,” he said.

“Will Brewer at Oxford has been fantastic to deal with and I know he’s as enthusiastic about this fixture as I am.

“We’ve stepped training up this week and we now face three big tests in the next five weeks with Hemel reserves away and Salford academy to follow this one.

“The lads are really excited and hopefully these next three fixtures will provide a huge test for our young enthusiastic squad.

“It’s certainly going to be a big weekend with Barrow Raiders coming down from Cumbria to face the first team on Sunday. I hope we get a big crowd in for both games.”

Admission to Saturday’s reserve match is £3 from adults, £1 for juniors. Tickets for Scorpions v Barrow Raiders, priced £8 for adults, £5 concessions and £1 juniors are available from www.scorpionsrl.com.