On the 04/03/10 a bus full of young people thoroughly enjoyed Menter Iaith’s trip to 'Tenpin' in Swansea where they had a fantastic time bowling, eating burger and chips, enjoying the arcade…let alone the sweets and candyfloss!! Congratulations to Oliver who achieved the highest score of the night. Menter Iaith has been hounded to arrange the trip again, as such a good time was had by all. Therefore check this space for details of the next trip ten pin bowling!

Thanks to Menter Iaith Castell Nedd Port Talbot 40 young people from the county were fortunate enough to be a part of the audience of the popular television programme ‘Jonathan’ filmed in the Pop Factory in Porth, Rhondda.

Jonathan Davies of course presented the programme along with his usual co-presenters Rowland Phillips, Nigel Owens and Alex Jones. The guests for this episode was the ex referee, author and commentator Alun Wyn Bevan and the presenter Gethin Jones. Gethin being one of the most prominent presenters on British television at the moment. The women in the audience were more than happy to have Gethin as one of the guests for obvious reasons….but the men were far from disappointed thanks to the presence of Alex Jones!

A good time was had by all on the trip, many succeeded in having photos taken with the stars and even having a rugby ball souvenir from the game ‘On the Pyst’! Even though it was a long night due to the filming, there was not one complaint and there was a lovely patriotic atmosphere felt until the end. As a result of the trip and participation in the programme everyone was looking forward to supporting and getting behind the Welsh team against Scotland on the weekend.

Thanks to Menter Iaith Castell Nedd Port Talbot 40 young people from the county were fortunate enough to be a part of the audience of the popular television programme ‘Jonathan’ filmed in the Pop Factory in Porth, Rhondda.

To read more about the trip click on 'Youth' on the left hand side.

Question & Answer
Name: Rhydian Roberts
D.O.B: 14/02/1983
Hometown: Sennybridge, Powys

1.How did you become interested in rugby?
I became interested rugby from about the age of 3. I think the desire to play was in the blood. My older brother played so I guess that helped. My Dad was also a huge fan of the sport.

2.What is your earliest memory of rugby?
Answer- watching Paul Thorburn kick a penalty from within his own half! I went outside into the nearest field to practice day and night, dreaming of one day playing for Wales!

3.Who were your rugby heroes whilst growing up?
I had a few role models over the years. I idolized Vainga Tuigamala, Jonah Lomu, Scott Gibbs. Basically all beef cakes with pace!

4.If you hadn’t had the injury that stopped your rugby career, where do you think you would be now?
Well I certainly would have continued to aspire to put on the red jersey! Whether it would of happened or not is another matter! Professional rugby player was the dream but then maybe I wouldn't have had the opportunity to be a singer, which I absolutely love doing. If the careers woman at school was anything to go by I would have ended being a nanny or a prison officer!!!

5.Will you be going to watch any of the 6 nation’s games this year?
I've left spaces in my diary to watch all of Wales’s matches. I had to cancel a gig I was supposed to be doing in California when I saw it clashed with Wales Vs England!

6.What do you think Wales’ chances are for the Grand Slam this year and who is their biggest threat?
As good as any I believe. So you think, so you act, so you become. We have the talent and a great coaching team so now it's a test of mental strength and the will to succeed. The Irish and the French are their biggest threat!

7.Who do you think will be Wales’ star player in this years’ tournament?
It doesn't really matter. As long as they play as a unit they'll all shine in the end when we pick up the trophy. That's all that counts!

8.How did it feel singing in front of thousands at the Millennium Stadium?
Amazing! Best arena in the world to sing. Nothing beats the millennium stadium!

9.Do you think the Ospreys have a chance of winning the league this year as well as the EDF and Heineken Cup?
I certainly hope so! I've put money on them this year!

10.Finally, and most importantly, who do you think will win today?
Apologies to any Leeds fans reading this but...Ospreys of course! I just hope it'll be a great game to watch for one and all.