Author: Rhys Gregory

Abandon the monotony of urban running and take your first step into the great outdoors with trail running. This unique running discipline combines the thrill of adventurous exploration with a high-intensity workout. Trail running allows you to immerse yourself in stunning scenery, test your endurance against varied terrains, and truly connect with the beauty of nature. This article will provide a beginner-friendly guide to starting your own trail running journey, highlighting the indispensable tactics, skills, and equipment you’ll need. Why Choose Trail Running? Traditional running on pavements and treadmills can often become a repetitive chore. Break the mould and set…

Louis Rees-Zammit says he is returning to rugby union “bigger and faster” than ever before as the world class winger begins his next chapter with Bristol Bears. Bears announced the signing of the Welsh international star with immediate effect after his 18-month adventure in the NFL with Kansas City Chiefs and Jacksonville Jaguars. The 24-year-old speedster left rugby union in January 2024 to pursue a career in American football, but he arrives in Bear Country with 14 tries in 32 Tests for Wales having also toured with the British & Irish Lions on the 2021 Tour of South Africa. And…

Cardiff and Vale College is celebrating another record year of success with more students than ever before achieving their AS and A Level, BTEC and other Level 3 qualifications. As a popular destination for A Levels, around 900 learners have studied A Levels at CAVC this year across a wide range of 40 subjects. A wide range of subjects from Photography, Dance, Drama, Business Studies, Digital Technology, English Language and Literature, Film Studies, French, Further Maths, Geography, Government and Politics, History, Media, PE, Spanish and Welsh seeing 100% pass rates. The College also celebrated the achievements of learners taking a…

Coleg y Cymoedd is once again celebrating exceptional achievements across both A level and vocational courses as learners from across Caerphilly and Rhondda Cynon Taf collect their results and take the next steps in their education and careers. The college, the largest provider of A levels in Caerphilly and RCT, has reported another year of excellent academic outcomes, including a 99.7% pass rate and continued strong A*-C grades across its academic provision, as well as high pass rates across vocational qualifications. Hundreds of learners have now confirmed places at top universities, training providers, and employers across the UK. Following the…

A young athlete has secured a scholarship to study in the United States after impressive performances on the golf course and in the classroom. Callum Hook achieved three merits in his BTEC Level Three Sport and Coaching course at The College Merthyr Tydfil but had already earned himself a place at Murray State College in Tishomingo, Oklahoma, to study Psychology. The 18-year-old will receive support through Murray State’s golf scholarship to help pay his tuition fees after strong recent performances on the circuit. Earlier this year, Callum, who plays with an impressive handicap of +2.8, won The Intercollegiate Tour Championship…

A science-loving learner from Taff’s Well is celebrating an impressive academic comeback after choosing to resit his A levels to achieve the results he knew he was capable of – a decision that’s now led to a coveted place at University College London (UCL) to study a specialist medical science degree. 19-year-old George Bourton, a learner at Coleg y Cymoedd, will be heading to UCL in September to study Infection and Immunity – a field he’s grown passionate about in recent years, particularly following the pandemic after achieving AAAB in his Biology, Chemistry, Physics and Maths a levels. It’s a…

Students at Coleg Gwent – one of Wales’s largest further education colleges – are collecting BTEC, AS and A-Level results at the college’s campuses today (14 August). 98.2% of students at the college achieved A*-E A-level grades, while 87% of BTEC students achieved a pass grade or higher across 56 different vocational subject areas. These outstanding results will enable learners to take their first steps into bright futures, with many students securing university places, apprenticeships, and jobs across Wales and beyond. Among them is Carys Morgan, whose exceptional grades (A*AAA) in Art, Chemistry, Maths, Physics, have earned her a place…

STUDENTS are celebrating “exceptional” A Level and BTEC results after another remarkable year marked by hard work, ambition, and exciting developments at Coleg Cambria. Chief Executive Yana Williams and Principal Sue Price today (Thursday) congratulated learners across Cambria’s sites in Deeside, Wrexham, Northop and Llysfasi for their commitment, focus and determination over the last 12 months. “This has been a truly inspiring and exceptional year at Coleg Cambria,” said Ms Williams. “Our learners have worked incredibly hard, supported each other, and taken every opportunity to succeed. The results we’ve seen are a reflection of their effort, discipline, and passion for…

A STUDENT-ATHLETE is on track to achieve a remarkable milestone after securing a full scholarship to study and compete in the United States. Lilly Noble, an A Level learner at Coleg Cambria Deeside, has been awarded a 100% scholarship to attend Murray State University in Kentucky. There, she will study Physiotherapy while competing for the University’s prestigious track and field team. The 17 year-old, who completed A Levels in Physical Education, Psychology, and Biology at Deeside Sixth Form Centre, was scouted shortly after turning 16 by Onfield, a specialist sports recruitment agency. Following a series of calls and interviews with…

WHEN Megan Astbury left Elfed High School to begin her A Level journey at Coleg Cambria she had no idea just how transformative the next two years would be. Now, with university offers from top institutions including Manchester Metropolitan, Liverpool John Moores, and Cardiff Met, the 18 year-old is proudly heading to Bangor University to study Primary Teaching — ready to inspire the next generation in the same way she has been. “I’ve absolutely loved being part of the community at Deeside Sixth Form, from day one, I felt supported, welcomed, and pushed to achieve my best, even when things…