South Wales Ironmen are the only professional Rugby League club in South Wales. We compete in the Kingstone Press League,whic ... h sits just two divisions below the First Utility Super League. It is Europe’s most geographically diverse competition featuring clubs from Newcastle in North East England to Toulouse in France and Toronto in Canada from this season. We also compete in the IPRO Sport League 1 cup and the Ladbrokes Challenge Cup.We are rebranding for the coming 2017 season. A new ground, new name and new playing kit, which will feature the club’s new crest. A new website will be launched and we will have a new presence on social media.Our new name reflects the proud tradition and history of the region.Merthyr Tydfil is a town built on iron and, at one point, was the largest producer of iron in the world. We will play the 2017 season at Wern Sports Park home of Merthyr RFC. The season extends from March to September each year; rugby league is a great summer sport for those months.The ground has benefited from significant investment recently and is now one of the most impressive sporting arenas in Wales.The 4,500 capacity stadium has a new 4G surface taking pride of place. A new on site gymnasium is under construction. The stadium is amongst the best on offer outside of Super League.The recent changes at the club aren’t limited to a new playing base and a total rebrand. The club is delighted to announce that former Welsh Rugby Union and British Lions international,Lee Byrne, has joined the Management Board as Director of Rugby. read more