The Regional Girls Players Presentation event took place after the WRU's National Skills Day held at Abercrave RFC on Sunday 11th July 2010
The Regional Girls Players Presentation event took place after the WRU's National Skills Day held at Abercrave RFC on Sunday 11th July 2010
The Blues Girls Team Manager, Alan Roberts, said "It was an honour to select both girls for their awards and well done to the whole team for a great season of rugby. We look forward to announcing next seasons squad in August and also look forward to another exciting season."
Cardiff Blues U15's Player of the Year - Megan Jones
"In a team full of talented players it is always difficult to pick one that has shone more than any others - the season brought twists and turns along the way and, in patches, some extremely good performances from a number of players." added Roberts.
"There was however one player that consistently performed in a Blues jersey. This is her first year at the age group and as such she was facing girls two years older, she was also occupying one the most, if not the most, pivotal positions on the pitch and her continual appetite for expansive attack and ferocious defence, which most 10's are not renowned for, belied her age."
"From the outset of the season her attitude and commitment to the team was commendable and despite playing in a position that she had never occupied before she showed maturity and leadership qualities that belied her age. Although she maybe in the fledgling stages of her rugby career we believe that it is quite apparent that this young lady has great potential and we hope to see her going on to bigger things in the future."
Cardiff Blues U18's Player of the Year - Brogan Jones
"This award goes to a player who this season made the step up from 15's to 18's with ease. She is a vital link between the forwards and backs ensuring continuity in our play. With the ball, we played with a wide expansive game plan and her awareness in match situations enabled her to consistently recognise, and helped the team exploit, any attacking opportunities."
"She kicked well at appropriate times, either relieving pressure and claiming territory, or used as another attacking option. In defence she naturally became our defensive organiser using clear communication for teammates and ensuring our defensive structures were in place. "
"Excellent performances throughout the season saw her recognised and rewarded with selection for the TDG group, and means that this years Cardiff Blues U18 player of the Season is Brogan Jones." concluded Roberts.