Premier League Senior Men
Welsh Wanderers are the League Winners, and have already been presented with the Premier League Shield. City of Newport to be relegated to Division 1.
| Team | GP | Wins | Losses | Ties | Games Cancelled | GF | GA | GD | PTS |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Welsh Wanderers | 8 | 8 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 147 | 64 | 83 | 24 |
| City of Bristol | 8 | 4 | 3 | 1 | 0 | 114 | 88 | 26 | 17 |
| Exeter | 8 | 4 | 2 | 1 | 1 | 110 | 107 | 3 | 14 |
| City of Bristol Barbarians | 8 | 2 | 6 | 0 | 0 | 76 | 147 | -71 | 12 |
| City of Newport | 8 | 1 | 7 | 0 | 0 | 96 | 137 | -41 | 10 |
14th September: Exeter deducted two points for cancelling to Welsh Wanderers.
Division One Senior Men
Frome are the League Winners. Having applied the Competition Rules, the relegation position is decided by matches between Welsh Wanderers II and University of Bath. On April 27th, the result of the game played in Cardiff was 15-12 to Welsh Wanderers II, giving them a +3 advantage. In the return leg at Bath, University of Bath won 20-16, giving them a +4 goal advantage. Therefore it is Welsh Wanderers II who will be relegated to Division 2, and University of Bath will remain in Division One. This will be ratified at the next league committee meeting, by the league’s management committee.
| Team | GP | Wins | Losses | Ties | Games Cancelled | GF | GA | GD | PTS |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Frome | 10 | 7 | 2 | 1 | 0 | 122 | 92 | 30 | 25 |
| Newton Abbot | 10 | 5 | 5 | 0 | 0 | 108 | 101 | 7 | 20 |
| Devonport Royal | 10 | 4 | 5 | 1 | 0 | 131 | 129 | 2 | 19 |
| Weston-super-Mare | 10 | 4 | 6 | 0 | 0 | 98 | 148 | -50 | 18 |
| Welsh Wanderers II | 10 | 4 | 4 | 1 | 1 | 134 | 112 | 22 | 16 |
| University of Bath | 10 | 4 | 4 | 1 | 1 | 114 | 125 | -11 | 16 |
6th May: University of Bath deducted two points for cancelling to Weston-super-Mare.
7th June: Welsh Wanderers II deducted two points for cancelling to Frome.
Division Two Senior Men
Exeter II are the winners of the Division 2 Senior Men Competition.
| Team | GP | Wins | Losses | Ties | Games Cancelled | GF | GA | GD | PTS |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Exeter Seconds | 12 | 12 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 211 | 82 | 129 | 36 |
| Swindon Dolphin | 12 | 8 | 3 | 1 | 0 | 124 | 123 | 1 | 29 |
| Celtic Dragons | 12 | 7 | 3 | 2 | 0 | 133 | 103 | 30 | 28 |
| City of Bristol Harlequins | 12 | 5 | 5 | 1 | 1 | 123 | 121 | 2 | 20 |
| Swansea | 12 | 4 | 6 | 0 | 2 | 113 | 146 | -33 | 14 |
| Taunton Deane | 12 | 2 | 7 | 0 | 3 | 62 | 162 | -100 | 7 |
| Bradford on Avon | 12 | 2 | 7 | 0 | 3 | 96 | 125 | -29 | 7 |
5th March: Bradford on Avon deducted two points for cancelling to Taunton Deane.
19th March: Taunton Deane deducted two points for cancelling to Swansea.
23rd April: Bradford on Avon deducted two points for cancelling to Celtic Dragons.
14th May: Taunton Deane deducted two points for cancelling to Celtic Dragons.
30th June: Bradford on Avon deducted two points for cancelling to Exeter Seconds.
16th July: Taunton Deane deducted two points for cancelling to Swindon Dolphins.
21st July: City of Bristol Harlequins deducted two points for cancelling to Exeter II.
Women’s Division
Exeter are the winners of the Women’s Division.
| Team | GP | Wins | Losses | Ties | Games Cancelled | GF | GA | GD | PTS |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Exeter Women | 8 | 7 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 66 | 18 | 48 | 22 |
| City of Bristol Women | 8 | 7 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 79 | 33 | 46 | 19 |
| Welsh Wanderers Women | 8 | 4 | 3 | 0 | 1 | 63 | 45 | 18 | 13 |
| Newton Abbot Women | 8 | 2 | 4 | 0 | 2 | 28 | 64 | -36 | 6 |
| Cwm Draig Women | 8 | 0 | 2 | 0 | 6 | 5 | 81 | -76 | -10 |
19th April: Welsh Wanderers deducted two points for cancelling to Exeter.
20th April: Cwm Draig deducted two points for cancelling to City of Bristol.
4th May: Cwm Draig deducted two points for cancelling to Welsh Wanderers.
9th May: Welsh Wanderers deducted two points for abandoning game against Exeter.
7th June: Cwm Draig deducted two points for cancelling to Exeter.
1st July: Cwm Draig deducted two points for cancelling to Newton Abbot.
6th September: City of Bristol deducted two points for cancelling to Exeter.
14th October: Cwm Draig deducted two points for cancelling to Exeter.
21st October: Cwm Draig deducted two points for cancelling to Newton Abbot
Under-17s Northern Region
| Team | GP | Wins | Losses | Ties | Games Cancelled | GF | GA | GD | PTS |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Welsh Wanderers U17s | 8 | 8 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 145 | 68 | 77 | 24 |
| City of Bristol U17s | 8 | 5 | 3 | 0 | 0 | 157 | 70 | 87 | 18 |
| Swansea U17s | 8 | 5 | 2 | 0 | 1 | 106 | 68 | 38 | 15 |
| Weston-super-Mare U17s | 8 | 1 | 7 | 0 | 0 | 65 | 159 | -94 | 10 |
| City of Newport U17s | 8 | 1 | 7 | 0 | 0 | 60 | 168 | -108 | 10 |
19th February: Swansea deducted two points for cancelling to Welsh Wanderers.
Under-17s Southern Region
| Team | GP | Wins | Losses | Ties | Games Cancelled | GF | GA | GD | PTS |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Exeter Under-17s | 2 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 49 | 8 | 41 | 6 |
| Newton Abbot Under 17s | 2 | 0 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 18 | 30 | -12 | 3 |
| Devonport Royal U17s | 2 | 0 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 16 | 45 | -29 | 3 |
Under-17s Finals
The finals were played at Millfield on 14th May 2023 between the two top teams from the Northern Region versus the two top teams from the Southern Region. Exeter were the winners.
| Team | Played | Won | Lost | Drawn | For | Against | Goal Difference | Points |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Exeter U17s | 2 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 24 | 4 | 20 | 4 |
| Welsh Wanderers U17s | 2 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 29 | 24 | 5 | 2 |
| City of Bristol U17s | 2 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 14 | 33 | -19 | 2 |
| Newton Abbot U17s | 2 | 0 | 2 | 0 | 16 | 31 | -15 | 0 |
Under-15s Finals
Again this competition was run over two regions, the Northern Region and the Southern Region. City of Bristol won the Northern Region, and Exeter won the Southern Region. The finals were then run over a home and away basis, with Exeter coming out on top with two wins, and so were awarded the Under-15s Division.
Senior Men, Senior Women, Under 17s Northern Region & Under-15s Northern Region
President’s Cup, Knockout Competition
The draw for the 2023 President’s Cup Knockout Handicap Competition was made at the AGM in January. Eight teams have entered, Frome, Weston-super-Mare, City of Bristol Harlequins, Taunton Deane, Swansea, Swindon and Newton Abbot. The first round matches need to be completed by June 30th 2023.
Frome v University of Bath – 1st March 2023 – 14-25 Final Score
Wednesday 1st March. A six-goal lead has been awarded to the University of Bath for their away fixture at Frome Leisure Centre, starting at 8.45 pm. Referees are Mike Coles and Chris Selby.
Frome failed to contain Tom Hunt, who has recently been selected to represent Great Britain, in their home tie of the BWWPL President’s Cup Knockout Competition. The Students had been awarded a six goal start over the Somerset team, who finished in the runners-up spot of Division 1 last year.
Tom scored six goals and assisted in many more, but top scorer for the University Students was Ceri Griffiths, who netted seven goals, and Frome were defeated 14-25.
Frome were without their regular and stalwart goalkeeper, Andy Perry, who has recently undergone a hip operation, and we all wish him well in his recovery.
Taunton v Swansea – 23rd April 2023 – Final Score 15 – 20 (8). Swansea progress to Semi-final.
A St George’s Day encounter for the Somerset-based team at Taunton against Welsh side Swansea. The fixture will be played at Taunton Swimming Pool, at 8pm. Swansea have been awarded an eight goal lead over the home side.
Swindon Dolphins v Newton Abbot – 14th May 2023 – Final Scorer: 24 (12) – 8. Swindon progress to Semi-final.
Swindon Dolphins are hosts to Division 1 side, Newton Abbot, at Marlborough College, 12:15 Swim Off.
The handicap committee have given Swindon a 12 goal start for this game.
Weston-super-Mare v City of Bristol Harlequins – 21st May 2023 – Final Score: 10 – 8 (3). Weston-super-Mare progress to Semi-final
The draw produced a repeat of last year’s semi-final which was played in the Marine Lake in Weston-super-Mare. This year’s fixture is earlier in the year, so it was thought better to play at Hutton Moor Leisure Centre on Sunday 21st May, at 6.30 pm. Based on last year’s result, the Harlequin’s side, that went on to be the 2022 victors in the competition, have been awarded a three goal start.
University of Bath v Weston-super-Mare. Semi-Final.
The match for the first semi-final drew Weston-super-Mare away to University of Bath. The Handicap Committee awarded University of Bath a five goal advantage, and the match was scheduled to be played on 22nd July. However, University of Bath were unable to field a side and conceded, therefore Weston-super-Mare proceeded to the Final.
Swindon Dolphins v Swansea. Semi-Final
This game was scheduled for 10th September at Swindon’s HQ, Marlborough College Pool. Swansea were awarded a three goal start over Swindon. However, Swansea were unable to field a side and conceded. Therefore Swindon Dolphins progress to the final with Weston-super-Mare, on a date to decided.
Swindon Dolphins v Weston-super-Mare Final
The Final was played at Marlborough College by mutual consent of the teams. Swindon were awarded a six goal start over The Seasiders, an in a closely fought game, Weston could not overcome the deficit and finished three goal short with the final score being 13-11 to Swindon.
2023 Under-13s Tournament
Held at Millfield School on Sunday 7th May 2023
| Game | White Hats | Blue Hats | Result | Match Sheet | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Exeter B | 0 | Newton Abbot | 11 | Match Sheet Game 1 |
| 2 | Weymouth & Portland | 9 | Taunton Deane | 0 | Match Sheet Game 2 |
| 3 | Cheltenham | 4 | City of Bristol | 0 | Match Sheet Game 3 |
| 4 | Taunton Deane | 4 | Exeter B | 4 | Match Sheet Game 4 |
| 5 | Newton Abbot | 0 | Weymouth & Portland | 5 | Match Sheet Game 5 |
| 6 | Cheltenham | 2 | Exeter A | 5 | Match sheet Game 6 |
| 7 | Weymouth & Portland | 12 | Exeter B | 0 | Match Sheet Game 7 |
| 8 | City of Bristol | 1 | Exeter A | 12 | Match Sheet Game 8 |
| 9 | Newton Abbot | 6 | Taunton Deane | 2 | Match Sheet Game 9 |
| Semi-Final 1 | Exeter A | 5 | Newton Abbot | 1 | Match Sheet First Semi-final |
| Semi-final 2 | Weymouth & Portland | 3 | Cheltenham | 0 | Match Sheet Second Semi-final |
| Plate Playoff | City of Bristol | 5 | Taunton Deane | 2 | Match Sheet Plate Competition |
| Final | Exeter A | 8 | Weymouth & Portland | 7 | Match Sheet Final |
2023 Under-15s Tournament
Held at Millfield School on Sunday 7th May 2023
| Game | White Hats | Score | Blue Hats | Score | Match Sheet |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Cheltenham | 7 | City of Bristol | 1 | Game 1 Match Sheet |
| 2 | Exeter | 5 | Newton Abbot | 3 | Game 2 Match Sheet |
| 3 | Paignton | 6 | Taunton Deane | 8 | Game 3 Match Sheet |
| 4 | Cheltenham | 3 | Exeter | 9 | Game 4 Match Sheet |
| 5 | City of Bristol | 2 | Newton Abbot | 8 | Game 5 Match Sheet |
| 6 | Paignton | 4 | Cheltenham | 12 | Game 6 Match Sheet |
| 7 | Taunton Deane | 5 | City of Bristol | 5 | Game 7 Match Sheet |
| 8 | Exeter | 11 | Paignton | 1 | Game 8 Match Sheet |
| 9 | Newton Abbot | 8 | Cheltenham | 6 | Game 9 Match Sheet |
| 10 | City of Bristol | 0 | Exeter | 13 | Game 10 Match Sheet |
| 11 | Taunton Deane | 2 | Newton Abbot | 9 | Game 11 Match Sheet |
| 12 | Paignton | 5 | City of Bristol | 4 | Game 12 Match Sheet |
| 13 | Exeter | 11 | Taunton Deane | 2 | Game 13 Match Sheet |
| 14 | Newton Abbot | 11 | Paignton | 2 | Game 14 Match Sheet |
| 15 | Cheltenham | 9 | Taunton Deane | 1 | Game 15 Match Sheet |
Under-15s Tournament Table
| Team | Played | W | L | D | For | Against | Difference | Pts |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Exeter | 5 | 5 | 0 | 0 | 49 | 9 | 40 | 10 |
| Newton Abbot | 5 | 4 | 1 | 0 | 39 | 19 | 20 | 8 |
| Cheltenham | 5 | 3 | 2 | 0 | 37 | 22 | 15 | 6 |
| Taunton Deane | 5 | 1 | 3 | 1 | 18 | 40 | -22 | 3 |
| Paignton | 5 | 1 | 4 | 0 | 18 | 46 | -28 | 2 |
| City of Bristol | 5 | 0 | 5 | 0 | 12 | 38 | -26 | 0 |